New BMW 3 Series to launch on March 28

KUALA LUMPUR: Only a few days to go before BMW launches the all-new G20 3 Series in Malaysia, with the official date set on March 28. This will be the 7th generation 3 Series model. There is also a dedicated website where customers can show their interest.

Recently, a bunch of the new 3 Series models were spotted on a transport vehicle carrying the 330i M Sport variant. So, this model is a certainty, no details on other variants are available though. A 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine powers this 330i model. It makes 258 PS between 5,000-6,500 rpm and 400 Nm of torque. The 0-100 time comes in at 5.8 seconds with power being delivered to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The cars were also fitted with 18-inch dual color Orbit Grey double spoke M alloy wheels and an M sport body kit. The kit features more aggressive bumpers and other design elements to set itself apart from the other models. LED headlights were also observed with U-shaped DRLs.

According to BMW, the G20 3 Series features a new design language and sporting prowess. The styling cues follow from the latest BMW 7, 5, and 6 Series cars. You get the typical BMW long bonnet, short boot look with a broad shouldered stance. BMW has also managed to improve aerodynamic efficiency in the new 3 Series. The drag coefficient has been reduced from 0.26 to 0.23. This is achieved by a new active air flap control, air curtains, and an almost completely sealed underbody. There is also a big improvement in comfort, premium ambience, and individualisation according to BMW.

We are only a few days away from getting complete details on the new 3 Series and it will be interesting to see how it stacks up against the W205 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which will be its main rival.