BMW 3 Series 3 Series Sedan (G20 LCI, facelift 2022)
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BMW - 3 Series Sedan (G20 LCI, facelift 2022)

Details-
BrandBMW
Model3 Series
Generation3 Series Sedan (G20 LCI, facelift 2022)
ModificationM340i (386 Hp) Mild Hybrid Steptronic
Start Of ProductionJuly, 2024 year

Performance

The BMW 3 Series is a high-performance sedan with a top speed of 210 km/h (electronically limited) and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds.

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Rating
Max Speed210 km/h, Electronically limited 130.49 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph4.4 sec

Body & Dimensions

The BMW 3 Series Sedan is a compact luxury car with a length of 185.94 inches, width of 71.93 inches, and height of 56.42 inches. It has a wheelbase of 112.24 inches, front and rear tracks of 62.2-62.28 inches and 61.69 inches, respectively, and a minimum turning circle of 37.4 feet. It has a ride height of 5.31 inches and a width including mirrors of 81.42 inches.

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Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4723 mm 185.94 in.
Width1827 mm 71.93 in.
Width Including Mirrors2068 mm 81.42 in.
Height1433 mm 56.42 in.
Wheelbase2851 mm 112.24 in.
Front Track1580-1582 mm 62.2 - 62.28 in.
Rear Track1567 mm 61.69 in.
Min Turning Circle11.4 m 37.4 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance135 mm 5.31 in.

Fuel Consumption

The BMW 3 Series is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption economy of 8.7 l/100 km in urban areas, 7.1 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 8.1 l/100 km in combined driving conditions, according to the EPA.

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Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Economy Urban Epa8.7 l/100 km 27.04 US mpg 32.47 UK mpg 11.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Extra Urban Epa7.1 l/100 km 33.13 US mpg 39.79 UK mpg 14.08 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Combined Epa8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The BMW 3 Series MHEV features a 2.0L inline-6 engine with twin-power turbo and intercooler, producing 386 horsepower and 540 Nm of torque. It comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The car has a mild hybrid electric vehicle powertrain, with the ability to work only in mixed mode. It also features a Start & Stop system and VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS valvetrain systems.

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Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureMHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeB58B30M2
Engine Displacement2998 cm3 182.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke94.6 mm 3.72 in.
Compression Ratio11:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationTwin-power turbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainVALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / BMW Longlife-17 FE+
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox8 gears, automatic transmission Steptronic
Front SuspensionSpring Strut, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
System Power386 Hp @ 5200-6250 rpm.
System Torque540 Nm @ 1900-4800 rpm. 398.28 lb.-ft. @ 1900-4800 rpm.
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The BMW 3 Series features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, electric power steering, and a range of tire sizes. It also comes equipped with advanced assisting systems, including ABS, and has a steering rack and pinion system. The wheels are available in various sizes, including 18, 19, and 20 inches.

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Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 225/45 R18; 225/40 R19 Rear wheel tires: 225/45 R18; 225/40 R19; 255/35 R19
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 7.5J x 18; 8J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 7.5J x 18; 8J x 19; 8.5J x 19

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury sedan with a mild hybrid powertrain, featuring a 0.4 kWh lithium-ion battery, 11 horsepower electric motor, and 25 Nm torque. The battery is located under the front hood and the electric motor is positioned longitudinally at the front.

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Rating
Gross Battery Capacity0.4 kWh
Battery TechnologyLithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery LocationUnder the front hood
Electric Motor Power11 Hp
Electric Motor Torque25 Nm 18.44 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor LocationFront, Longitudinal
Battery Voltage48 V

Weight & Capacity

The BMW 3 Series has a impressive weight-to-power ratio of 4.5 kg/Hp, 222 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.2 kg/Nm, 310.5 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1739-1767 kg and a maximum weight of 2260 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 59 l and the trunk boot space is minimum 480 l.

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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio4.5 kg/Hp, 222 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.2 kg/Nm, 310.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1739-1767 kg 3833.84 - 3895.57 lbs.
Max Weight2260 kg 4982.45 lbs.
Max Load493-521 kg 1086.88 - 1148.61 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum480 l 16.95 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity59 l 15.59 US gal | 12.98 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for BMW - 3 Series Sedan (G20 LCI, facelift 2022)

The length of the BMW 3 Series Sedan is 185.94 inches.

The BMW 3 Series Sedan has 4 doors.

The wheelbase of the BMW 3 Series Sedan is 112.24 inches.

The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is 210 km/h (electronically limited), which is approximately 130.49 mph.

The BMW 3 Series can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds.

Yes, the BMW 3 Series's top speed is electronically limited to 210 km/h (130.49 mph) for safety reasons.

The BMW 3 Series is a petrol-powered car.

The fuel consumption economy of the BMW 3 Series in urban areas is 8.7 l/100 km, which is equivalent to 27.04 US mpg, 32.47 UK mpg, and 11.49 km/l.

The combined fuel consumption economy of the BMW 3 Series is 8.1 l/100 km, which is equivalent to 29.04 US mpg, 34.87 UK mpg, and 12.35 km/l.

The BMW 3 Series MHEV has a mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) powertrain.

The BMW 3 Series MHEV has an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The BMW 3 Series MHEV uses a direct injection fuel injection system.

The BMW 3 Series has ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The BMW 3 Series has electric power steering.

The BMW 3 Series has ABS (Anti-lock braking system) as one of its assisting systems.

The battery capacity is 0.4 kWh.

The electric motor power is 11 horsepower.

The battery is located under the front hood.

The weight-to-power ratio is 4.5 kg/Hp, 222 Hp/tonne.

The fuel tank capacity is 59 l.

The minimum trunk boot space is 480 l.