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BMW is extending the 1 Series line-up in the UK with a new model consisting of a brace of high performance twin-turbocharged engines and a diesel capable of a frugal 58.9mpg. The new BMW 1 Series Coupe goes on sale in the UK in November and will be available in 120d, 123d and135i guises.

Peugeot has released the limited series 207 CC Roland Garros. The yellow coupe convertible is latest in a line of special models released in conjunction with the tourney, and uses edition-specific badging, interior trim, color, plus features such as A/C and navigation. Power comes from the NA 1.6i 120-horsepower four-cylinder co-developed with BMW Group. Turbocharged and diesel engines are, of course, offered for the regular 207 CC.

BMW's 3-litre twin turbo has today been crowned International Engine of the Year 2007 at the ninth annual International Engine of the Year Awards, which were presented at Engine Expo.

The acclaimed all-new Volvo S80 will soon be available with a new six-cylinder, 285 bhp T6 performance engine with All Wheel Drive.