Since launching in 2015, BMW’s B58 inline-six has become a true backbone for the brand—and beyond. Across 41 distinct model applications, it has powered everything from the 3 Series to the 7 Series, and even…
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BMW engines in Mercedes cars? It sounds unlikely, but reports of a potential BMW–Mercedes alliance suggest that’s exactly what could happen later this decade. The deal — still far from finalized — would see Mercedes…
The BMW B47 is a turbocharged inline-four diesel engine that debuted in 2014 as part of BMW’s modular B-series engine family, replacing the N47. It’s a versatile unit found in a wide range of models:…
The BMW S50 is one of the most legendary straight-six engines to come from BMW M. Produced in the 1990s, it powered the E36 M3 in Europe and other markets, delivering a mix of high-revving…
At a time when many performance brands are reconfiguring their powertrains to meet stricter emissions regulations, BMW M is taking a different path. According to a recent Autocar interview with M division boss Frank van…
In an industry sprinting toward electrified vehicles, BMW is taking a cautious approach. While rivals scramble to reshape their entire product lineups to balance out EVs and ICE models, BMW is doubling down on their…
Pitting BMW, Audi, and Mercedes-Benz against one another is basically tradition. And when it comes to reliability, each brand has had its ups and downs. Today, Carwow takes a break from drag races and car…
When BMW introduced the N20 engine in 2011, it marked a significant pivot in the brand’s approach to powertrain design. Downsizing from naturally aspirated six-cylinders to a turbocharged four-cylinder, the N20 was BMW’s answer to…
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