BMW 3 Series (facelift) car previewed in spy shots
What's the story
German automaker BMW will unveil its facelifted 3 Series sedan in early 2022. In the latest development, a test mule of the four-wheeler with minimal camouflage has been found testing on the roads in Germany, revealing important design details. The pictures suggest it will have a sloping roofline, a large radiator grille, redesigned bumper, and multi-spoke wheels. Here are more details.
Exteriors
The car will have sleek headlamps and dual exhaust tips
BMW 3 Series (facelift) will have a sloping roofline, a sculpted hood, narrow headlights with new LED DRLs, and a bumper with redesigned air intakes. It will be flanked by blacked-out B-pillars, indicator-mounted ORVMs, sharp body lines, and designer multi-spoke wheels. A shark-fin antenna, L-shaped taillights, and twin exhaust tips will be available on the rear. Dimensions-wise, it should have a wheelbase of 2,810mm.
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Multiple powertrain choices will be offered
The new BMW 3 Series should run on a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol mill that makes 258hp/400Nm and a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel motor that generates 190hp/400Nm. A plug-in hybrid, as well as an electric powertrain, will also be available.
Interiors
It will get five seats and a curved display
The BMW 3 Series (facelift) will have a luxurious 5-seater cabin, featuring auto climate control, parking sensors, key-less entry, and a multifunctional power steering wheel with cruise control. It will house a curved display for the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. Multiple airbags, a rear-view camera, crash sensors, an engine immobilizer, and ABS with EBD should ensure the safety of the passengers.
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How much will it cost?
Details related to the pricing and availability of the new BMW 3 Series will be announced at the time of unveiling. When it comes to India, it will carry a premium over the current-generation model, which begins at Rs. 44.90 lakh (ex-showroom).