
ITS ROOTS HAVE BRANCHED
OUT. Since introducing the sports sedan
concept to the world more than 35 years ago, the BMW 3 series has been a
perennial favorite of owners, enthusiasts and critics. But
there has never been a 3 Series like the all-new, sixth-generation 3 Series for 2012. For the first time, in addition to the 3
Series Sedan, BMW offers three compelling optional ways to experience
this legendary vehicle: the Sport Line, the Modern Line, and the Luxury
Line. Each highlights a distinctive facet of the 3 Series
personality. Yet all share the same award-winning DNA, with
fuel-efficient, high-performance BMW engines and transmissions,
supported by groundbreaking engineering advances. A wealth of
new features and options inside and out enhance the look, the
functionality, and driver and passenger comfort. Get ready to
discover the all-new 3 Series - in a completely new
way. |
![]() The Luxury Line 328i Sedan |
THREEDOM OF
CHOICE. Moving beyond
the tradition of
ordering packages, the optional Sport, Luxury and Modern Lines each
present the 3 Series in ways designed to thoroughly satisfy owners of
various stripes. The Sport Line advances the model's legacy as
a dynamic race-winner, from the more aggressive front fascia and
18-inch wheels to the exclusive track-inspired trim inside and
out. The Luxury Line offers the utmost in elegance and
sophistication - the leather-upholstered cabin is accented with bespoke
stitching and rich wood trim; the exterior is enhanced with gleaming
chrome trim. And the Modern Line is distinguished by its
serene light interior, complete with mood lighting; the outside is
accented with satin aluminum trim. Each Line delivers its own
unique twist on the classic 3 Series formula: high performance, powerful
stance, confident contours and elegant appointments. No
matter which Line you choose, the all-new 3 Series brings a whole new
level of personalized luxury and performance to the BMW
brand. |
![]() The Modern Line 328i Sedan |
A TWIN POWER TURBO DUET. Just as the
all-new 3 Series honors its performance-driven legacy, the
new inline four-cylinder engine under the hood of the 328i follows a
time-honored BMW configuration, updated for today's driving
needs. This TwinPower Turbo dynamo produces a whopping 240
horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque - part of the reason the 0-60 time is
a full second faster than the previous-generation 328i model when
equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Peak torque
arrives at 1250 rpm and pours on all the way to 4800 rpm - all with fewer
emissions and greater efficiency. The 335i delivers the
award-winning TwinPower Turbo muscle that's won over legions of drivers,
with 300 horsepower, 300 lb-ft of torque, and a 7000-rpm
redline. Both engine choices offer more of what BMW
owners demand: impressive performance paired with maximum
efficiency. Coupled with a standard 6-speed manual
transmission or an optional 8-speed automatic - a first for the class -
both deliver supremely smooth shifting and control over all this
impressive
power. |
![]() The Sport Line 328i Sedan |
PERSONALIZED PERSONALITY. Along with the
redesign and an elegant, customized interior, BMW added a
tremendous number of new technologies and enhancements throughout the 3
Series. For example, the list of standard equipment has grown
in every 3 Series model. Inside, there's the iDrive
Controller with 6.5-inch color monitor, which is upgraded to an 8.8-inch
screen when equipped with the optional Navigation System - as well as
the high-tech convenience of Bluetooth® and USB/iPod® adapters.
Outside, add optional Comfort Access and enjoy the ease of an
automatic-opening trunk-lid. The list of standard features
also extends to advanced driving technologies. Auto Start-Stop
and Brake Energy regeneration both work to conserve fuel and increase
efficiency, as does the new ECO PRO mode. A part of Driving
Dynamics Control, this feature optimizes power usage throughout the
vehicle, from engine management to climate control. Along with
these impressive standard features, there is a variety of personalizing
options, from Heads-up Display and Surround View Camera display, to
Lane Departure Warning and Parking Assistant. The 2012 3
Series: a return to innovative form, as only BMW could
deliver. |
![]() The Luxury Line 328i Sedan Interior |