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1 Series on March 25th, 2008
The New York International Auto show saw the presentation of the world’s greenest car of the year (WGCOY)to the BMW 118d.
A panel of 47 automotive journalists representing over 24 countries voted for the BMW over the Mercedes Benz Smart fortwo cdi and the Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDI.
Tom Purves, chairman and chief executive officer of […]
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1 Series on July 03rd, 2007
BMW has revealed its new 1-Series coupe range, with the world’s most powerful production four-cylinder diesel engine among the highlights.
This unit will power the 123d model, which delivers 204bhp and hits a top speed of 148mph while offering a combined economy rate of 54.3mpg.
Two other engine choices will be available – the 120d’s unit […]
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1 Series on March 27th, 2007
The latest petrol and diesel versions of the BMW 1-Series feature a system designed to reduce fuel consumption and cut carbon dioxide emissions.
Created by Bosch, the ’stop-start’ technology will cut out the car’s engine when the vehicle is waiting in traffic or has stopped at lights. It will immediately reignite when the clutch pedal […]
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1 Series on January 16th, 2007
A three-door and a revised five-door model of the BMW 1-Series have been revealed to car buyers, with the manufacturer touting the 118d model as its most economical production car.
This version of the 1-Series is capable of 60.1 miles per gallon, according to BMW, an achievement made possible by new technology which cuts fuel […]
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