Facelifted BMW 3-Series

Facelifted BMW 3-Series - arriving in September

New look inside and out, plus EfficientDynamics for best-in-class emissions and economy

Three and a half years after its launch, the current BMW 3-Series has been revised for September, featuring a new interior and exterior as well as the full complement of BMW’s EfficientDynamics technologies for best-in-class economy and emissions.

The revised BMW 3-Series is offered with a range of powerplants - five petrol and five diesel derivatives - from launch. All BMW 3-Series powerplants feature direct injection technology and the extensive use of lightweight materials to improve engine efficiency, reduce emissions and in some cases result in a drop in VED band.

The facelifted 3-Series now features two additional raised precision lines on the bonnet for a more muscular look. The iconic BMW kidney grille has been re-profiled, while the headlights feature twin corona side lights as standard.

At the side, the valance now features a new crease line for a more sporting look and the wing mirrors have been increased in size for better visibility. The track of the car has been increased by 24mm for enhanced driving dynamics. The rear light cluster has been changed and is now monochrome in colour with LED technology as standard, while the rear valance and boot lid have been re-styled. In addition to these changes seven new styles of alloy wheel designs are offered, including a sports-oriented 17-inch V-spoke alloy wheel as standard on four-cylinder SE specification cars.

M Sport models also feature the new bonnet, front and rear lights and new M Aerodynamic body styling to further set the car apart.

All 3-Series Saloon and Touring models come as standard with six airbags, front and rear ISOFIX child seat mounts (including front airbag deactivation) and one of the most advanced stability control systems in the world to guard against accidents. For the first time on a 3-Series the model now comes as standard with active head restraints. In the event of a rear-end collision the front section of the head restraint moves forward by 60mm and up by 40mm to reduce the distance between head rest and the occupants’ heads thus reducing the risk of spinal injury.

The new BMW 3-Series Saloon and Touring go on sale on 20 September, 2008, with pricing announced at a later date.