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      01-14-2013, 01:18 PM   #66
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Originally Posted by ATS View Post
The fuel consumption figures are really disappointing. BMW was able to de-tune the N20 engine (60hp less) and they can't get it to be more fuel efficient?

What the hell happened with the Efficient Dynamics BS they keep shoving down our throats?
It's to get the MSRP down to compete with cars like the ATS 2.5, the MPG is not the issue.

It physically is likely 99% identical to the full output N20. I also bet it does not make 180hp, but more like 200+.
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