BMW has officially launched its New Gen 3 Series. This sedan comes with the company’s new classy design language and it also includes petrol versions along with the fully electric BMW i3. The electric lineup consists of i3 40 xDrive and i3 50 xDrive, with the i3 50 xDrive claiming a range of up to 912 km under WLTP. A four-cylinder option and the new six-cylinder M350 xDrive flagship will be available to petrol buyers.
A plug-in hybrid version will join the range in 2027. This new 3 Series has brought major changes in design, cabin and powertrain options. Specifications have been released for the German market while the India launch time and price are not yet clear. These models are going to set a new benchmark in the segment.
design details
New class styling has been adopted in it. The look of both electric and petrol versions is almost similar. The silhouette is said to have a 2.5 box design with a long wheelbase, short overhangs and a rear-set glasshouse. Flared wheel arches and flush-fitting door handles add to the new look. At the front, the kidney grille and twin headlights form a visual unit.
Horizontal lighting is provided in the rear, while the M Performance version has yellow lighting elements. Wheel options will be 19 to 21 inches for the i3 and 18 to 20 inches for the petrol model. M Sport and M Sport Pro packages will also be available.
Cabin and Comfort
The interior features the BMW Panoramic iDrive system, which includes Panoramic Vision, a 17.9-inch driver-oriented central display, multifunction steering wheel and an optional 3D head-up display. BMW Operating System X supports software updates and digital services. Amazon Alexa+ technology will improve voice control. Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function are standard. M Sport seats, rear seat heating and Harman Kardon audio system are available as options.
Features and safety
In terms of features and safety, Level 2 ADAS system has been provided. Motorway Assistant supports hands-free driving up to 130 km/h in some markets where driver supervision is required. Navigation guided urban assistance functions will also come from 2027.
Powertrain and performance
Both launch versions have dual motor and all-wheel drive. The i3 50 xDrive supports DC charging up to 400 kW and can add up to 423 km of range in 10 minutes. A more powerful i3 M60 xDrive will also arrive in 2027.
On the petrol side, the 3.0 liter turbocharged inline-six engine in the M350 xDrive with 48V mild hybrid technology produces about 437 horsepower and 580 Newton meters of torque. 0-100 km/h takes just 4.1 seconds and top speed is limited to 250 km/h. The 2.0 liter four cylinder engine in 330 and 330 xDrive has 255 horsepower.
