F30 LCI...

[Le Clue]

Here she is!

As is expected, LED lights... looks much more modern...

 

[CocoPops]

BMW 340i model

New B58 3.0L inline 6 cylinder turbo engine
320hp @ 5500 - 6500 RPM
330 lb-ft @ 1380 RPM
0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds (8 speed auto)
0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds (8 speed auto + xDrive)


BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid

250hp / 310 lb-ft (preliminary)
0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds and 140mph top speed (preliminary)
22 mile range in all-electric mode


Track Handling Package

Variable Sport Steering
Adaptive M Suspension
M Sport Brakes
18" light alloy wheels in orbit grey with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires
19" wheels optional on 340i models


New Premium Package

Standard on 340i
Comfort Access, LED Headlights, Lumbar Support, Moonroof and Sirius radio


Transmissions

6 speed manual (no-cost option)
Rev matching function
Features dual-mass flywheel w/ centrifugal pendulum absorbers for smooth gear changes

8 speed steptronic w/ paddle shifters (standard on 328i, 328d, 340i)
Enhanced efficiency
Wider gear ratio
Reduced torque converter slip during gear shifts


Steering / Suspension

Redesigned electric power steering
New front struts with five bolt upper anchor points (versus 3 previously)
New rear damper technology
Updated Dynamic Stability Control
Retuned suspension reduces roll and improves directional stability (applies to standard, M Sport and Adaptive M Suspension)


Technology

Head-Up Display now available option
Optional latest generation Navigation System with automatic map updates (free for 3 years)
Parking Assistant


Exterior

New halogen headlight design with LED daytime running lights
Full LED headlights now an option (standard on 340i)
Headlights have moved further apart
Daytime running lights feature upper and lower edge of LED light tubes with LED bar connecting to kidney grille
Optional Adaptive Full LED Headlights with Auto High-Beam System
Broader side air intakes in front apron
New, more intricate styling of central air intake
New full LED tail lights
LED brake lights


Interior

Center console now comes in high-gloss black
New ambient lighting
New chrome accents - seat adjustments, window controls, air vents
Trim finisher in instrument panel expands into all four doors
Cupholders now have sliding cover


New Colors

Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Platinum Silver Metallic
Jabot Brown Metallic

BMW Power.

 

[Teezy_F30]

basically just a lights upgrade on the cosmetic side ...

the colour on this one looks great though!

 

[ChrisBrand]

More of a Tech-lift than a Facelift.

 

[ChrisBrand]

More of a Tech-lift than a Facelift

 

[ChrisBrand]

merging with other existing thread

 

[cOlDFuSiOn]

This one must an individual.. That color + interior screams individual :clapper:

Yeah I like the subtle upgrades.. Still think the MPerf model might have a few more up its sleeve as I've seen a pic or 2 that has a different rear diffuser design.. We shall see soon! Evolution as always :coolShake:

 

[Le Clue]

And that B58 is impressive... 15kw and 50nm more than the N55 while being more economical...

 

[335i Lci]

Not as good a change as was the lci in the e90!!a bit disappointing i feel, would still love to have one though:cartel:

And on this bombshell... RIP N55

 

[cOlDFuSiOn]

Yes indeed Bye Bye N55... :chef: Glad I had the opportunity to buy one before the LCI!

The 340i's backbox looks different too... Note the pipe joining the box at the mid right, mine on the 335i sits higher.. Or am I going mad.. :skit:

 

[S1NGH 911]

Farewell N55


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[prospect]

So what did they change? :shakehead:

 

[NS406]

One of the most subtle 'LCI's' in recent memory...

Also 330i? That used to get the pulse racing (visions of smooth 6-cylinder power), no so much anymore unfortunately...

I wish BMW would make an 'affordable' 6 again, why not a 2.3 or 2.5 'small 6' that is turbocharged? That would differentiate it from the competition, all with almost identical turbo fours... We can only dream.

 

[cOlDFuSiOn]

I take it these lights will be an easy retrofit to the existing models too.. Eager to go drive a B58 ...

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I distinctly remember by the time the F30 originally launched the majority of E90s on the roads were the LCIs and indeed they were the ones traded in too..

Will be interesting to see what pattern can be spotted this time round, with the general public consensus being that they changed the lights and the motor.. I guess for the 340i's part at least it comes down to how good that motor is.. How many will go trade in their current F30s for this one.. Let's see! :=):

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So in my mind.. The next generation G chassis ? will be a very interesting car.. Seeing as they are not giving us much clues as to where the design is going like they subtly also did with the E90 LCI..

 

[OppositeLockMT]

"340i" will take a bit of getting used to. Usually associate 40i with a V8 engine under the hood.

330i being a 2.0l is also a bit weird, this change was inevitable anyway.

 

[Le Clue]

I take it these lights will be an easy retrofit to the existing models too.. Eager to go drive a B58 ...

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I distinctly remember by the time the F30 originally launched the majority of E90s on the roads were the LCIs and indeed they were the ones traded in too..

Will be interesting to see what pattern can be spotted this time round, with the general public consensus being that they changed the lights and the motor.. I guess for the 340i's part at least it comes down to how good that motor is.. How many will go trade in their current F30s for this one.. Let's see! :=):

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So in my mind.. The next generation G chassis ? will be a very interesting car.. Seeing as they are not giving us much clues as to where the design is going like they subtly also did with the E90 LCI..

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As I understand the Gx 3 series is going full on electric throughout the range due to euro emission laws... so we might be looking at the very last petrol powered 3 series models ever :blueCry:

 

[NoFear]

Jip its more a tech lift than a facelift, at least all the new models will all have the LED lights standard now and thus all the bimmers will look awesome. Other than that the the 8 speed box is also fitted as standard now.

In any event with all the extra standard features I guess the price increases will be quite significant as well.

 

[Jeremy]

That colour is freaking beautiful

 

[moesaley]

wow new head and tail lights, lets throw it at the masses and call it an LCI
:RedNo:

 

[RAArmstrong]

Hey it looks the same...