2012 F30 BMW 3 series unveiled in Munich

The luxury car manufacturer BMW has reportedly unveiled the sixth generation 3 Series sedan at an event in Munich. The new BMW 3 Series sedan is said to be considerably larger in dimensions than its predecessor offering roomy interior space. The F30 BMW 3 Series is now longer by 93 mm and 1.5 inch wider that its older version. The wheelbase of the car is larger by 2 inch according to the reports that came in.

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The BMW 3 Series project has been underway for almost four years, which the BMW R&D chief Klaus Draeger refers as the BMWs most ambitious project till date. BMW, the top selling luxury brand in India, apparently wishes to continue its dominance in the luxury segment against its most challenging competitors in India like Mercedes-Benz C Class, Volvo S60 and Audi A4 with the latest 3 Series. The new BMW 3 Series drops its current angular looks to adorn a heavier look in the likes of BMW 5 Series attributing to its broader frame and high rear end of the car. Despite the larger size of the car, the metal used in the manufacturing has contributed to the lower weight by 40 kg.

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The engines of the car are nevertheless retained in the new version with improved efficiency and performance. The BMW 3 Series sedan is expected to be launched in 4 variants, with three engine variations. The high on performance and fuel efficient engines are in the pipe-line to see a 2012 launch. The F30 BMW 3 Series is expected to be offered with 2 turbocharged petrol engines and one turbo diesel engine. The 2.0 L twin-turbo 328i petrol engine has the capacity to generate a peak power of 245 Bhp and a peak torque of 350 nm at mere 1,250 rpm.

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The acceleration of the car is quite impressive with 0-100 kmph in just 6 seconds. The other petrol engine is a further improvement with a 3.0 L petrol engine with a peak power output of 306 Bhp and 400 Nm peak torque at just 1200 rpm. The 0-100 km sprint time is achieved in a flat 5.5 seconds by this powerful engine. A 2.0L twin turbo diesel engine delivers a peak power of 184 Bhp and a top torque of 380 Nm. The same diesel engine in its EfficientDynamics variation gives a top power output of 161 Bhp and 380 Nm of peak torque, but promises high on fuel efficiency. 

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