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BMW considers low-emission supermini as part of fleet review

By John Reed,Motor Industry Correspondent

Published: August 1 2007 03:00 | Last updated: August 1 2007 03:00

BMW is considering developing a new car smaller than its Mini model as part of a review of its market position and car portfolio, the Financial Times has learnt.

If built, the vehicle would help the German carmaker lower its mostly large-engined fleet's average carbon dioxide emissions as European Union lawmakers push ahead with CO{{2}-}cutting laws.

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