Overall Evaluation of the BMW 3 Series

 

The German automaker BMW had lifted the bar with its 3-Series benchmark sedan unveiled in India in March 2007. Acclaimed for its combination of engineering, technological advancements and impressive performance, the BMW 3-Series is one of the most respected sport-sedans on Indian roads today. Enlarging its worth and appeal, the new BMW 3-Series comes with redefined physical dimensions and cutting-edge interiors. Designed with engineered ecstasy, it sets new standards for brilliant styling and phenomenal performance.

Reflecting intense and sporty attitude, the new BMW 3-Series is pitted against Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, with a price tag of the car that starts from Rs 26.95 lakh (approx).

 

The BMW 3-series zooms its way to the Indian auto market with four variants, two with petrol engine and other two with diesel engine

                                                                                                                       

Engine & Specifications of the BMW 3-Series

 

BMW 3 Series is offered in four variants, two being petrol engine while the other two are diesel engines.

BMW 3 Series 320i, 1995cc petrol engine, gives a maximum torque of 200Nm at 3600rpm and power of 115KW at 6400rpm. The petrol 330i is armed with a petrol engine, and yields a power of 190KW at 6600 rpm, with top-most torque of 300Nm at 2500-4000rpm.

The diesel variant of BMW 3 Series 320D Corporate and 320D Highline gives a power of 130KW at 4000rpm and a peak torque of 350Nm at 1750-3000rpm.

 

Exterior of the BMW 3-Series

 

The sporty art-work of BMW 3 Series discriminates it from other vehicles in its class. The exterior is underlined with two rousing character lines tapering towards the BMW logo, sporty kidney grille, flowing shoulder lines from the groovy headlights, engraved wheel arches, and expressive surfaces to provide a perfect sports sedan. Its bold looks make heads turn and muscular designs leaves jaws dropped. Fog lights, exterior mirrors with anti-dazzle function, automatic sun blinds for rear windows, windscreen with green shade band, electric glass roof and headlight washer system complete the BMW 3-Series.

 

Interiors of the BMW 3-Series

 

The interiors of BMW 3 Series are executed to offer the fusion of luxury and practicality. The car's interior is flawlessly crafted with finest quality materials, new generation BMW iDrive concept, impressive dashboard, advanced car audio system with multimedia interfaces like auxi-in and USB port, sports leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles, multi-function controls, and elegant chrome trims highlight the ambience. The innovative lighting technology with 3D effects, ergonomic seat belt system at the rear, on board computer with TV function further adds value and grace to the 3-Series' interior.

 

The state-of-art safety features in the BMW 3-series include dynamic stability control, new generation of BMW iDrive system, cornering brake control, intelligent airbags and run-flat tyre feature.

 

Mileage of the BMW 3-Series

 

BMW 3 Series 320i and 330i offer 6.6kmpl-7.2kmpl in city while giving ai mileage of 10.2kmpl-10.9kmpl on highway. Both 320D Corporate Edition and 320D Highline render a mileage of 8.5kmpl in city and 12.8kmpl on highway.