Face-lifted BMW 3 Series launched

BMW brings in the refreshed 3 Series ahead of its auto expo debut with prices starting at Rs. 35.90 lakh, ex-showroom

BMW has launched the refreshed 3 Series saloon ahead of the 2016 Auto Expo at Greater Noida. The face-lifted model gets new LED head lamps, LED turn indicators on the ORVMs, sleeker L-shaped LED tail lamps are also new along with restyled front and rear bumpers. The updated BMW 3 Series has been launched a choice of three trim versions, namely, Prestige, Sport Line, Luxury Line and M Sport. Like earlier, the 3 Series is only available in diesel spec with a two litre, four cylinder diesel engine in 320d spec.

The BMW 320d develops 190bhp of max power and 400Nm of peak torque. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. This combination allows the 320d to go from 0 – 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 230 km/h.

Philipp von Sahr, President, BMW Group India said, “40 years ago, the BMW 3 Series established the modern sports sedan segment and is the world’s most widely sold premium vehicle. With its sporty character, the BMW 3 Series epitomises the heart of the BMW brand more than any other model. The new BMW 3 Series will continue to lead this legacy with its sporty design, powerful performance and unmatched efficiency. With its everyday usability, dynamic characteristics and attractive design, the new BMW 3 Series will establish a new benchmark in the Indian luxury car segment. The BMW 360º program further provides exceptional flexibility and affordability to our discerning customers.”

BMW is also offering their BMW 360 degree program option for customers that provides a wide range of services to benefit customers as well as an assured buy back initiative that allows customers to either retain their 320d or upgrade to a new model at a later point in time.

Prices for the face-lifted BMW 3 Series are as follows;

BMW 320d Prestige       – Rs. 35.90 lakh

BMW 320d Sport Line   – Rs. 41.50 lakh

BMW 320d Luxury Line – Rs. 41.50 lakh

BMW 320d M Sport       – Rs. 44.50 lakh

All prices are indicative of ex-showroom pan India.

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