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BMW, like most automakers these days, is shifting more attention towards efficiency. But, while fuel economy is now a larger part of BMW’s focus, they still are very concerned with performance as well. BMW recently announced the return of the four-cylinder powertrain, something which has been out of their lineup since 1997. This follows a similar announcement by Porsche, who recently unveiled plans to release a turbocharged flat-four for the first time since 1995.

BMW’s new inline 4-cylinder will displace 2 liters, produce 240 horsepower, and 260 pounds-feet of torque. It will combine twin-scroll turbocharging, direct injection, and BMW’s Valvetronic proprietary variable valve timing system.

While it is still unclear which models will be equipped with the 4-cylinder, one can suspect likely candidates include the 1 Series, 3 Series, and X1 once it launches in the United States. BM’s engine will likely arrive in select models later this year.

In a related story, BMW is also working to make your car key more functional through advanced wireless technology. Technology called NFC, short for Near Field Communications, is planned to be included in next generation Android phones and the iPhone 5. BMW, however, is ahead of the curve. They plan to utilize NFC technology in the next generation ConnectedDrive to expand the functions of car keys.

Soon, BMW hopes, you will be opening gates, viewing your vehicles’ details, unlocking hotel room doors, purchasing tickets, booking reservations, and making payments all with the help of your advanced car key. You can watch a video about the technology below.

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