Once you&;ve set eyes on the BMW 1 Series 3-door, you won&;t forget it. This striking compact model is characterised by a spirited elegance and a sporty character that is borne out by its athletic design. Powerful engines ensure unforgettable, dynamic moments, with the portfolio ranging from the sporty and efficient BMW TwinPower Turbo 3-cylinder petrol and diesel engines to spirited BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engines and culminating in the M Performance TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine in the BMW M135i.

Whichever engine you choose, you&;ll be sure to have a drive train that is unequalled in the compact class. This is due in no small part to the BMW EfficientDynamics technologies, including the Automatic Start/Stop function, Optimum Shift Indicator and Brake Energy Regeneration.

The same engines are used in the BMW 1 Series 5-door, which, thanks to its ergonomic interior with countless storage possibilities as well as a flexible luggage

The latest generation of the A4, which shares its platform with Audi‘s sportier A5 coupe and convertible models, was launched in 2008, and received a facelift mid-way through 2011. The updates included new shaped head-lamps and LED running lights, a reshaped grille and revised taillights to fit it with Audi‘s new look. The main upgrade to the interior was a more intuitive MMI infotainment system.

DETROIT -- BMW will get 50 percent more i8 plug-in hybrids -- 1,000-plus cars -- in the U.S. this year than in 2014, but that still won‘t be enough to fill the order bank.