BMW Reveals New eDrive Plug-In Hybrid Systems

BMW has unveiled new plug-in hybrid systems at its annual ‘BMW Group Innovation Days’ event in Europe this week.

As part of the carmaker’s eDrive program, the new system will begin to make its way into BMW’s ‘mainstream’ models soon - starting with the updated 3 Series.

The system draws on current plug-in technologies used in the i3 and i8 models.

But while the i3 is available as all-electric or range-extended variants, the new eDrive system will be more of a ‘traditional’ plug-in hybrid in some models.

The 3 Series PHEV will feature a TwinPower turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, matched with an electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission.