BMW Quad-Turbo Diesel Engines For Top-Spec Models: Report

BMW is looking to cram more turbochargers under the bonnet of some of its diesel-powered models, according to reports out of Europe.

The UK’s Autocar reports no less than four turbochargers could motive the new line of diesels, which would be available initially in BMW’s range-topping models.

The engines are all in-line six-cylinder units, and BMW customers may see the first of them in showrooms from next year.

BMW’s M750d from the luxury 7 Series range will reportedly be first in line, featuring a 3.0 litre engine producing more than 298kW and 800Nm.

The new engines are believed to be based on BMW’s tri-turbo diesel design, and two of the four turbochargers in the new layout could be electrically driven.

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