3 Series (F30) [Official] BMW F30 3-Series LCI [2015-2019]

[W201]

@klier
It is, if you spec the dashboard with leather (which was possible on pre-LCI as well). Note that I've said rivals, not C Class.

But even then, when you compare Avantgarde vs Sport Line and AMG Line vs M Sport, C Class is simply more luxurious looking than 3 Series.

 

[Rolf]

It looks like tears at the bottom of those headlights!!! The bottom of the halogen headlights look like they filled with water LOL!!

 

[SKY]

I am pretty sure when the next 3er comes the interior will be on a complete different level. Right now there is no contest.

 

[W201]

I am pretty sure when the next 3er comes the interior will be on a complete different level. Right now there is no contest.

It better be closer to the 5 Series, than to 1 Series. Eni or Scott mentioned that will be the case with the next gen 3er

 

[Rainer271]

It looks like tears at the bottom of those headlights!!! The bottom of the halogen headlights look like they filled with water LOL!!

You are absolute right.

 

[Rainer271]

I am pretty sure when the next 3er comes the interior will be on a complete different level.

That's my thought too.

 

[SKY]

That's the good thing about the competition, and what makes every next car better than the previous one. Making thenext 1er FWD is the best for the 3er.

 

[klier]

@klier
It is, if you spec the dashboard with leather (which was possible on pre-LCI as well). Note that I've said rivals, not C Class.

What other rivals? 3er only has the C class as true rival.

But even then, when you compare Avantgarde vs Sport Line and AMG Line vs M Sport, C Class is simply more luxurious looking than 3 Series.

And the 3er is far more sporty looking. Nothing new.

Making the next 1er FWD is the best for the 3er.

That has yet to be decided. Nothing official on that at all.

 

[Zafiro]

 

[Rainer271]

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[Zafiro]

 

[Centurion]

Better quality springs and retuned dampers without a compromise in ride quality.

Fixed it for you

This is probably the biggest news since the many owners and magazines have voiced that the F30s without sports suspension exhibit more body roll than you could expect from BMW. I'm glad BMW have taken a big step towards addressing the feedback.

 

[SKY]

Woah those rims are to die for...

 

[Rainer271]

NEW MODELS / PACKAGES

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

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

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

STYLING HIGHLIGHTS

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

 

[klier]

The M3 doesn't come with the one piece HVAC control unit. Weird.

 

[Rolf]

I think that pic is the current M3/M4 dash and not LCI as it still has the 2 piece HVAC surround trim and HVAC display is red/orange instead of light blue/white.

 

[Zafiro]

I think that pic is the current M3/M4 dash and not LCI as it still has the 2 piece HVAC surround trim and HVAC display is red/orange instead of light blue/white.

No idea but the photos are taken from BMW's own pressphotos about facelift.

 

[klier]

I think that pic is the current M3/M4 dash and not LCI as it still has the 2 piece HVAC surround trim and HVAC display is red/orange instead of light blue/white.

No check the chrome added pieces, it's the LCI. This is the pre LCI:

Like I said in post #77, the M3 doesn't appear to come with the one piece HVAC unit.
And the lights are red because that's the nighttime color.

But it looks like it's the exact same picture only photoshopped, so maybe they just forgot to add the new HVAC controls.

 

[Rainer271]

 

[Rainer271]

2015 BMW 3-Series facelift goes official with three-cylinder engine and hybrid version

2015 BMW 3-Series facelift

Only minor cosmetic updates
After this morning’s leak, BMW has officially taken the wraps off the 3-Series LCI.

The exterior tweaks are subtle at best, but the Bavarian marque says they have updated the front aprons with new air intakes along with revised headlights that are optionally available with full LEDs. The rear end hosts a revised apron with a specific trim element depending on the Line version while the taillights come as standard with LED technology. BMW is providing a wide array of exterior paint schemes along with fresh alloy wheel designs.

Stepping inside the cabin, there are new materials, extra chrome accents for the air vents and central control panel, along with a new sliding cover for the cup holders. There's also a new full color head-up display and a revised Navigation Professional system faster than before and with more realistic 3D graphics and free map updates for three years.

BMW says the 3-Series facelift is the first model in its segment to benefit from LTE and they are also introducing a revised Parking Assistant granting automatic parallel parking. There iss also an Auto PDC system which will automatically turn on the front parking sensors whenever necessary.

There are four gasoline and seven diesel Euro 6 compliant engines to choose from, with output ranging from 136 PS (100 kW) to 326 PS (240 kW) for gasoline units and from 116 PS (85 kW) to 313 PS (230 kW) for the diesels. The 320i now has a new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with 184 PS (134 kW) and 290 Nm (214 lb-ft) of torque. In the beefier 330i (replacing 328i), it churns 252 PS (185 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).

An important engine change is the addition of an all-new 6-cylinder 3.0-liter all-aluminum motor powering the 340i (replaces 335i) where it develops 326 PS (240 kW) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft). It works with an 8-speed Steptronic gearbox and sprints to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.1 seconds before topping out at an electronically-limited 155 mph (250 km/h). Another modification in the engine department is a 6 PS power bump for the 320d to 190 PS (140 kW).

BMW is adding a 330e plug-in hybrid model with a 252 PS (185 kW) and 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) combined output, enough for a 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) run in 6.3 seconds and a 140 mph (225 km/h) top speed. It consumes just 2.1 liters / 100 km (134.5 mpg UK or 112 mpg US) and has 49 g/km of CO2 emissions and can be driven in electric mode for up to 22 miles (35 km).

The entry-level 318i is now equipped with a three-cylinder turbocharged 1.5-liter gasoline engine developing 136 PS (100 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft). It will do the sprint in 8.9 seconds and hit a maximum speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).

BMW says xDrive will be optionally available for the 320i, 330i, 340i, 318d, 320d and 330d models while gearbox choices include a six-speed manual and the aforementioned Steptronic box.

The facelifted BMW 3-Series will go on sale in the second half of the year.

Source: BMW