2011 is shaping up to be a big year for BMW, as the engine of the BMW 335i has been named on Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2011, says Irvine BMW. The engine of the MINI Cooper S also made the list.

Irvine, CA -- (SBWire) -- 02/15/2011 -- Irvine BMW, a BMW dealer serving Irvine and Orange County BMW shoppers, is pleased to announce two award-wining engines from BMW.

BMW’s 3.0-liter N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6 on the BMW 335i was recognized for its efficiency and power and engine of the MINI Cooper S has been named on Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2011, says Irvine BMW.

“The BMW 3 Series engines offer drivers incredible power, we’re thrilled that the 335i’s engine has been recognized as one of the best engines of 2011,” said Steven Rudkin, General Manager of Irvine BMW.

The engines that were recognized utilized one or more of BorgWarner's leading technologies including turbochargers, engine timing systems, variable cam timing (VCT) systems with Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) technology, spark plugs, glow plugs, electric air pumps and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) coolers and tubes.

BorgWarner Inc. is a product leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide. Yearly they recognize seven engines they consider to be the best engines of the year.

Irvine BMW has models of the 2011 BMW 335i available now for BMW shoppers in Orange County. Their entire inventory, including the BMW 335i, can be viewed online at http://www.irvinebmw.com/vehicle/search/new/.

For more information on this powerful car, visit the dealership online or call 949-777-6489.

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Irvine BMW
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