An update has been implemented in the BMW 3 Series sedans of 2015 — 2016

New BMW 3 Series cars in 2016 come with new engines. Moreover, with a whole series. The vehicles are available with different types of drives: traditional or all-wheel drive. They pose a worthy competition to Mercedes-Benz cars. The machines feature updated designs. They are primarily available to American and Asian drivers.

What changes have occurred with the bodies of BMW 3 Series 2016

The attractive cars now have long, sculpted hoods. Headlights shaped as headlights, as if aiding the dynamic design of the bodies. The lighting of the rear parts of the cars allows one to appreciate their sporty appearance.

The front parts of the body are fitted with new aprons. Also, they revised and made new air intakes with optional cruise control sensors. There is a breadth to the cars. The rear sculpted bumpers have specific add-on elements. The LED rear lighting also serves to emphasize the width and sportiness of the cars.

Innovation touched the lighting:

• They developed headlights;
• Running lights, of an LED nature.

The Bavarians have gone all out to convey the powerful visual appeal of the cars. The LED lighting is optional.

What's inside

In the interiors of the 3 Series cars, new materials have appeared.

Elements made of chrome for controls, ventilation, central control panel.

The center consoles of the BMW 3 Series 2016 have sliding covers. This feature helps fully utilize the spaces and gear shifting. The cars are ergonomic. Various personalization options have emerged. Starting from upholstery and finishing elements, to new wheel designs, body shades, equipment in various BMW 3 variations.

Main dimensions

In the BMW 3 Series 2015—2016 cars, the dimensions are:

• length — 4624 mm;
• width — 2031 mm;
• height — 1429 mm.

With these dimensions, these models compete firmly with: Jaguars XF, Kia Optima, and Lexus ES.

Technological features of the BMW 3 Series 2016 and equipment

Cars with a wide range of power units

Four gasoline units ranging from 100 kW with 136 hp to 240 kW with 326 hp.

Seven diesel engines, starting from 85 kW with 116 hp up to 230 kW with 313 hp, with fuel consumption of 7.9 — 3.8 liters per 100 km.

Gasoline with three, four, six cylinders.

With four cylinders — diesels. These units have recently been developed for BMW 320d, 318d as well. All gasoline units are manufactured with an integrated exhaust manifold-turbocharger. The 320d cars received bearings, which led to a reduction in internal friction. Now the car heats up quickly, and thus, fuel consumption is reduced.

Gasoline engines of the BMW 3 Series 2016

• 318i with three-cylinder engines, 136 hp, with a torque of 220 Nm, 8.9 sec/100 hours, with a maximum speed of 210 km/h. Consumes 5.3 — 5.5 liters of fuel, with a mixed driving cycle.
• 320i with four cylinders, 184 hp, consumes 5.3 — 6.3 liters on various types of trips.
• 330i with four cylinders, 252 hp, with a torque of 350 Nm. Handles excellently with an automatic transmission. Consumes 5.5 — 6.7/100 km with mixed cycles. Acceleration 0-100 km in 5.8 sec. Declared max speed of 250 km/h.
• 340i, 326 hp, with a torque of 350 Nm. Max speed — 250 km/h, 5.1 sec/100 km. Fuel consumption 6.5 — 7.7 liters/100 km.

Diesel engines

With 4-cylinder units:

1. 316d, with 116 hp.
2. 318d with 150 hp.
3. 320d «EfficientDynamics Edition» with 163 hp.
4. 320d, with 190 hp.

325d, 330d, 335d six-cylinder units and powers, respectively 218, 258, 313 hp.

Hybrid engines

In early 2016, European car enthusiasts received new 330e cars. This is a hybrid version, with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with 184 hp. And with an 80 kW electric power unit.

Altogether, it amounts to 252 hp, with a torque of 420 Nm. Gasoline versions reach 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, with a top speed of 225 km/h. With the electric motor, it travels 35 km.

Cost of BMW 3 Series 2016

The cost of base models with automatic transmission — 1.68 million rubles. With a gasoline unit, with 184 hp — 1.71 million rubles.

Diesel 320d — 2.04 million rubles. For all-wheel drive, a surcharge of 90 thousand rubles.

Conclusion

The year 2015 marked the release of the 3 Series family. Designers worked hard and created a visually low and wide model. They elongated the horizontal lines of the bumpers. Made the front and rear optics LED. Cars can be ordered with different body colors. The same design ordering option is acceptable for wheels.

BMW 3 Series 2015—2016 sedans, besides rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, were released with modifications:

• xDrive;
• 2.0L and 3.0L gasoline units;
• 2.0L diesel.

The finish also varies. With different shades and styles.