TODAY 23 FEB Exclusive BMW News

...model. Headliningathree-modellineupwill be thesix-cylinder225kW/400NmTwinPower Turbo335ithatis priced from $91,900. This representsa reduction in the Manufacturers Recommended List Price of over 15 per cent compared with the previous 335i M Sport model. The new mid-range328iispriced from$66,900, a full $5000 less thanthe 325i it replaces. Not only is the new model substantially more affordable, it benefits from a new four cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine that increases power and torque over its predecessor’s 2.5-litre six cylinder engine by 20kW and 100Nm to peak outputs of 180kW/350Nm. At the same time, the combined fuel consumptionhas been reduced by a massive 30 per cent to just 6.3l/100km. The third model in theline-up, the 320d, is priced from $60,900. Thenew 135kW/380Nm 2.0-litreturbo diesel320d gains such luxury features as fully electric front seats, keyless start/stop and front Park Distance Control while improving its already frugal fuel consumption at a class leading 4.5l/100km. BMW Group Australia Managing Director, Phil Horton said that as a coremodel in the BMW range, this latest3 Series Sedan sets a new benchmark for value in thepremiummid-sized market.

“The new generation 3 Series Sedanimprovesupon BMW’s reputation for sportydriving dynamics, stylish design, advanced technologyand safety, powerful and fuelefficientdrivetrains and luxury features,” Mr Horton said.

“But more than anything, with reduced pricing for therangetopping 335i and new 328i and a huge increase in standard equipment for the 320d, it offers a substantial improvement in value, both compared with its predecessor and its direct rivals in the market,”he said.

In addition to the lower prices, the new generationBMW 3 Series Sedan is lighter, largerin all dimensions, more spacious andfuel-efficientand features a vast array of advanced technology.

In a first for the class, BMW has introducedan eight-speed Sports Automatic transmission with gearshift paddles as standard across therange.Combined with other BMW EfficientDynamics technologies including the standard Auto Stop/Start, Brake Energy Regeneration and ECO PRO mode for the new Driving Experience Control, this highly efficient transmission helps ensure each of the new 3 SeriesSedanmodelsdeliversthe lowest fuel consumption and CO2 emissions whencompared to their respective direct rivals.

The new DrivingExperienceControl offers drivers a four-mode adjustment– Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and ECO PRO -for drivetrain and suspension settings to deliver arangeof drivingexperiences froma comfortable and highly economical cruise to a sporty dynamic drive for the enthusiast.

With a 50mm longer wheelbase, wider track and increase in overall length of 93mm, the new 3 Series Sedan offers more interior space, especially in the rear whereimprovedfunctionality includes a 40/20/40 split folding rear seat back with folding rear headrests. The boot capacity has also been increased to 480 litres.

Safety is always a high priority in all BMW vehicles andfor the new 3 Series Sedan BMW introduces a new Active Protection system that initiates a range of protective measures if an accident is imminent. In addition to this, all models are fitted standard withsix airbags, and Dynamic Stability Control that includes ABS, Brake Assistant, Cornering Brake Control and Dynamic Traction Control.

Standard comfort andluxury featuresacross the rangeincludedual-zone climate control, cruise control with brake function, electric front seatswith memory function,power-operated windows andexteriormirrors, automatic lights and windscreen wipers, front and rear Park Distance Control, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free mobile phone use withcompatibledevices,Dakota leather upholstery (320d,Sensatec man-made leather)andMP3 compatible CDaudio systems withAuxiliaryand USB inputs.

As therangetopping model, the new BMW335i features a premiumentertainment, communication and information system that includes, Navigation System Professional - witha 12GB hard disc storage for audio files-enhanced Bluetooth features such as audio streaming, voice control andinternet functionality and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System.Exterior distinctions include Bi-Xenonheadlights and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The new 328i mid-rangemodel also features an extensive array ofcommunicationsequipment with standard fitment of the Navigation System Business and a nine-speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System.The 328i and 320d both feature 17-inch alloy wheels.

The value packed 320d also offers plenty of entertainment fordriverswith a Radio BMWProfessionalthat incorporates a 6.5-inch colour display linked to the iDrive controller,six speakers and an MP3 compatible CD player.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Australian Pricing:

BMW 320d - $60,900*

BMW 328i - $66,900*

BMW 335i - $91,900*

Trim / Equipment options

BMW 320d - Modern Line - $3100*, Sport / Luxury Line - $4100*

BMW 328i / 335i – Modern Line - $1000*, Sport / Luxury Line - $2000*

Manufacturer’s Recommended List Price is shown and includes GST and Luxury Car Tax (LCT) but excludes dealer charges, stamp duty, statutory charges and on-roadcharges, whichare additional and vary between dealers and States/Territories. Contact your nearest BMW dealer for all pricing inquiries.