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BMW to refresh 1 Series; hatchback variant becomes the first model to get full revamp

The BMW 1 Series Hatchback Concept will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011

BMW enthusiasts have some exciting news to be ecstatic with joy. The BMW 1 Series is all set to refresh the line-up and testing trials towards this are already underway. As per the reports received at Brian Harris BMW, your favorite BMW dealer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the first model to receive a complete overhaul is the hatchback variant of 2012 BMW 1 Series. The report also indicates that 1 Series Hatchback Concept will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011. Brian Harris BMW is eager to welcome the new 1 Series revamped variants and add them to the new BMW car inventory.

The new modular/expendable platform to be used across the 1 Series models is the major breakthrough that's to be implemented in the overhauling process. The new approach will allow BMW to reduce the production costs. The new BMW 1 Series is expected to be offered in three and five door variants even as coupe and convertible variants are also in the production phase.

In the engine department, new three and four turbo engines will be used across the 1 Series models, from a 1.3 liter engine with 136 horsepower to a new 1.3-liter turbo powerplant developing 177 horsepower. The gasoline version, dubbed N30, comes in displacements of 1.2 and 1.5 liters with power output of ranging from 70 to 184 horsepower. At the high-end of the line-up, the 135i will be using the N55 Twin-Scroll engine. The new BMW 1 Series will have a slightly longer wheelbase and wider track than the current model. It will also borrow some of the interior features from the current 5 Series to make it more luxurious.

In the diesel segment, a new three-cylinder 1.5 liter N37 engine will have a power output ranging from 110 to 125 horsepower. The threes-cylinder engines will use about 10 percent less fuel. Visit Brian Harris BMW to learn more about the new BMW 1 Series. Also check out the special offers on new BMW cars and used cars available at Brian Harris BMW.

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Brian Harris BMW is one of the prominent BMW car dealers in the Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Louisiana County Area. Being an authorized full-service dealership and showroom for new, used and certified pre-owned BMW Vehicles in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (LA), the dealership specializes in BMW Sales, BMW Service and Parts/Accessories, and BMW Finance.