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Niju06
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No guys, it looks like there is more to the upgrade than just cosmetic.
Just read this IOL article:
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/cars/bmw/3-series-gets-facelift-new-engines-1.1855368#.VUyomvmqqkp
"The big news here is that, for the first time ever, the 3 Series is available with a three-cylinder engine. The previous 316i makes way for the 318i at the bottom of the range and, bearing in mind that those badges no longer correspond to engine size, this new entry model is powered by BMW's 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. Outputs are unchanged, however, with the downsized motor delivering 100kW and 220Nm, or 230Nm in overboost. According to BMW, the new 318i will pounce from 0-100km/h in 8.9 seconds and sip 13 percent more fuel - 5.5 litres per 100km on average.
Too tame? BMW has also introduced a more frugal, new-generation 2-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol, which makes slightly less power but more torque in 320i form - 134kW/290Nm, versus the previous version's 135kW/270Nm outputs. A more powerful version of this engine makes its way into the new 330i model, which replaces the 328i and pushes 185kW and 350Nm, up from 180kW.
NEW SIX-CYLINDER 340i
The excitement continues in the six-cylinder camp, where a new 340i model replaces the previous 335i. The 340i also marks the debut of an all-new three-litre six-cylinder turbopetrol that develops 240kW and 450Nm, up from 225kW/400Nm. Expect this heavy hitter to sprint from 0-100km/h in just 5.1 seconds.
On the diesel front, the engines have been tinkered with to improve efficiency and there's an output gain in the case of the 320d, which is up from 135kW/380Nm to 140kW/400Nm. BMW has also upgraded the six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic gearboxes fitted to the various 3 Series models."
Just read this IOL article:
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/cars/bmw/3-series-gets-facelift-new-engines-1.1855368#.VUyomvmqqkp
"The big news here is that, for the first time ever, the 3 Series is available with a three-cylinder engine. The previous 316i makes way for the 318i at the bottom of the range and, bearing in mind that those badges no longer correspond to engine size, this new entry model is powered by BMW's 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. Outputs are unchanged, however, with the downsized motor delivering 100kW and 220Nm, or 230Nm in overboost. According to BMW, the new 318i will pounce from 0-100km/h in 8.9 seconds and sip 13 percent more fuel - 5.5 litres per 100km on average.
Too tame? BMW has also introduced a more frugal, new-generation 2-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol, which makes slightly less power but more torque in 320i form - 134kW/290Nm, versus the previous version's 135kW/270Nm outputs. A more powerful version of this engine makes its way into the new 330i model, which replaces the 328i and pushes 185kW and 350Nm, up from 180kW.
NEW SIX-CYLINDER 340i
The excitement continues in the six-cylinder camp, where a new 340i model replaces the previous 335i. The 340i also marks the debut of an all-new three-litre six-cylinder turbopetrol that develops 240kW and 450Nm, up from 225kW/400Nm. Expect this heavy hitter to sprint from 0-100km/h in just 5.1 seconds.
On the diesel front, the engines have been tinkered with to improve efficiency and there's an output gain in the case of the 320d, which is up from 135kW/380Nm to 140kW/400Nm. BMW has also upgraded the six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic gearboxes fitted to the various 3 Series models."
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Junz said:
No man.. Don't stress it.. They are all awesome :cartel:
cOlDFuSiOn
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Junz said:
Good stuff, enjoy your 328i!! :coolShake:
cOlDFuSiOn
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MaX said:
I have been trolling trying to get more specs on the B58 but can't find much.. Really want to see if it has a water to air intercooler like the S55, we shall see!
Man, I can't afford to buy any of these, but I just have to say f**k turbopetrol. I know, they're modern, more efficient bla bla but I'm so sad BMW no longer makes a n/a 6cyl. It's what we all know BMW for. And the numbering pisses me off too, a 330i is a 2.0T? And now there's a 3cyl? Gerrafakourrahere. 3cyl's are Daihatsus.
Given the choice I'd have the 320d over the fake turbopetrols, imo.
Given the choice I'd have the 320d over the fake turbopetrols, imo.
cOlDFuSiOn
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Very sad but the average BMW driver does not know/care what's under the bonnet.. It's mass sales.. If they maybe stopped their deals on the entry level models it would stop those sales and thus the smaller engines.. I don't know.. My 2c on it (besides the mass move for eco-environmentalism, etc..)
DUB-EDITION
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I'm definitely going to retrofit the Taillights :rollsmile:
I'm just wondering what will BMW use to differentiate their product?( traditionally peerless 6-cylinders and rear wheel drive). If Everybody makes high-performance turbo four, why would you pay a premium for a BMW with objectively similar engines, but much higer price? And they are also not as commited to rear wheel drive as they were traditionally... It is becoming harder to justify these new BMW's to myself unfortunately...
