BMW and Toyota have announced a technology-sharing partnership that will see Toyota cars fitted with BMW diesel engines in Europe.
In return for access to BMW’s ‘clean diesel’ engines in 1.6- and 2.0-litre guises, Toyota will provide technology and technical knowhow with hybrid and battery technology for BMW to use in Japan.
Ian Robertson, a member of the BMW sales and marketing managerial board said: “As we see it, both companies set the benchmark in complementary fields. Toyota has a wealth of experience to offer when it comes to battery technology. And the BMW Group has long been at the forefront developing some of the most technologically advanced clean diesel engines available.
“We see our partnership as an important step forward,” he said. “It will help both companies bring even more sophisticated hybrid and clean diesel vehicles to customers.”