BMW to offer 3-bangers in the U.S.

BMW's Ian Robertson: “Hybrids with a three-cylinder engine are coming rapidly.”

DT

By:

Diana T. Kurylko

October 01, 2012 05:00 AM

PARIS -- BMW, known for high-performance engines, is considering a three-cylinder powerplant for vehicles sold in the United States.

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