The German-based carmaker BMW has prepared a host of models intended for the Chinese market alone, some of them being officially introduced at the upcoming 2016 Guangzhou Auto Show, later on this month.

One of the models that will arrive in China will be the all-new 2017 BMW 1-Series Sedan, the lineup comprising up to three versions, the 118i, 120i as well as the 125i.

Ahead the Chinese Auto Show, Chinese media have released the first image with the interior of the 1-Series Sedan, the cabin being equipped with the latest technology and gizmos, all seen on BMW`s new models in Europe or in the United States.

Seen in the photo bellow is a high-end version of the 1-Series Sedan, possibly the 125i, the interior featuring a standout design for the new infotainment system with a rotary-knob control, adding multi-function steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, leather trim throughout the cabin, sunroof and aluminum inserts.

Once arriving on the Chinese market, the all-new 2017 BMW 1-Series Sedan will share the same UKL platform, also underpinning the upcoming 2-Series Active Tourer, Gran Tourer or the new BMW X1.

All three versions will also come with their own choice of engines: the 118i will get the 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo engine with 136 horsepower, the 120i will arrive with a 2.0-liter engine with 192 horsepower, while the top of the line will be equipped with the same 2.0-liter mill but with an increase 231 horsepower.

Full details and prices with the all-new 2017 BMW 1-Series Sedan will be revealed at the 2016 Guangzhou Auto Show.

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With all the fuss revolving around BMW`s new planning of new plug-in hybrid versions, it was just a matter of time until MINI subsidiary would also create its first plug-in hybrid model. And below, we have the chance of previewing in a premiere the British carmaker`s first plugger, the model coming with low fuel-consumption and CO2 emissions.

The MINI Plug-in Hybrid was recently previewed at a special event in Munich, Germany, by two important figures responsible for the creation of the model: Sebastian Mackensen, brand manager, as well as Peter Wolf, Head of MINI series management.

Mackensen started the car`s presentation stating that the MINI Plug-in Hybrid is the perfect hybrid version for the company to start convincing “MINI customers of the benefits of hybrid drive”, and also impressing “everyone who already has hybrid driving experience with MINI`s unique go-kart driving feel”.

Also, both CEOs agreed that the MINI`s first plug-in hybrid is a fun driving car “with zero tailpipes emissions”, as it features a combustion engine and an electric motor, with zero emissions for about 20 miles. This is possible thanks to the new technology that allows the engine to take over when the batteries will have been completely drained. This is actually the same technology that BMW is using on its current i8 plug-in hybrid.

Besides the low CO2 emissions, the MINI Plug-in Hybrid is also capable to deliver impressive acceleration, and that thanks to the electric motor`s good torque. Also, in the AUTO eDrive mode, the plug-in hybrid`s high-voltage battery pack found beneath the rear seats, can achieve speeds up to 50 mph, while in the MAX eDrive mode, the speeds can increase up to 75 mph. The carmaker will announce full details on the MINI plug-in Hybrid later on this year.

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