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^ Right.
To really "replace" the N52 in my mind, BMW would need to come out with the world's first Inline-4 engine that's powerful, fuel efficient, AND both smooth running, great sounding, and free-revving all at the same time. And I just don't believe they're going to be able to do that. They'll get the power and the fuel efficiency, but I'm guessing it's not going to sound nearly as nice, and that to keep "perceived" vibration and nasty sound down they're going to keep the engine "constrained" and below 3000rpm as much of the time as possible. It will drive completely different than an N52 will. Some will love it, others will hate it. I also will drive it before coming to a decision and final opinion on it, but am similarly prepared to be disappointed. I've been told I have particularly sensitive ears, and have also found just about every modern I-4 I've driven to be pretty nasty sounding and feeling, hence my lack of optimism. BMW isn't immune to the laws of physics.
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