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All-New BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon
Fri Jul 06 00:00:00 CEST 2012 Press Kit
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 5, 2012 6:00pm EDT… The favorite wagon of enthusiasts, the all-new 3 Series Sports Wagon will again offer the flexibility and utility one would expect from a premium wagon combined with the driving dynamics of the quintessential sport sedan, the BMW 3 Series. The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon will launch in Europe later this year and is set to arrive in US showrooms in the Spring of 2013 with the award winning N20 4-cylinder TwinTurbo engine, 8-speed automatic transmission and the equipment Lines shared with its recently introduced 328i sedan sibling.
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Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 5, 2012 6:00pm EDT… The favorite wagon of enthusiasts, the all-new 3 Series Sports Wagon will again offer the flexibility and utility one would expect from a premium wagon combined with the driving dynamics of the quintessential sport sedan, the BMW 3 Series. The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon will launch in Europe later this year and is set to arrive in US showrooms in the Spring of 2013 with the award winning N20 4-cylinder TwinTurbo engine, 8-speed automatic transmission and the equipment Lines shared with its recently introduced 328i sedan sibling.
The new 3 Series Sports Wagon is slightly larger than its
predecessor, most notably its wider track (front + 37 mm/1.46 in.,
rear + 48 mm/1.85 in.). The car’s length (+ 97 mm/3.66 in.) and
wheelbase (+ 50 mm/1.96 in.) also accentuate its sporting character.
Inside, the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon, rear passengers will
appreciate the noticeable increase in space made possible by the
larger dimensions. These larger dimensions also pay dividends in
utility with nearly ten percent more cargo volume both with the rear
seats up and when folded.
The new 3 Series Sports Wagon will be the next model to offer
BMW Lines as a way to tailor the car to individual tastes, just as
with the Sedan, by choosing from a quartet of trim and equipment
variants – the Sport Line, Luxury Line, Modern Line and M Sport Line
Each presents its own individual take on the character of the Sports
wagon, with exclusive, high-quality trim and material combinations.
For the enthusiast who wants to go beyond even the Sport Line, the M
Sport Line will also be offered from launch because it is, after all,
a BMW 3 Series at its heart.
BMW 328i Sports Wagon: new 4-cylinder gasoline engine with
TwinPower Turbo technology sets a new benchmark for driving dynamics
and efficiency. With the launch of the new sports wagon, an
ultra-modern 4-cylinder engine makes its debut in a BMW sports wagon.
In keeping with the dynamic overall theme of the new BMW sports sedan,
this new-generation of turbocharged engines offers plenty of power and
performance, responsive acceleration, powerful torque, a high rpm
ceiling and low weight. The new 4-cylinder engine, provides noticeably
livelier power for maximum driving enjoyment, also comes with lower
fuel consumption than its predecessor.
The state-of-the-art, lively 2.0-litre engine marks a return to
the popular sports wagon’s roots – it was with lightweight,
high-performance 4-cylinder engines in a similar vein that the BMW 3
Series made its debut back in 1975, with the first 6-cylinder engines
for this series making their appearance at the 1977 Frankfurt Motor Show.
The significant upgrade in power and efficiency is chiefly down to
the use of BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, which combines High
Precision Direct Petrol Injection, Double-Vanos variable camshaft
timing and VALVETRONIC variable valve timing along with twin-scroll
turbocharging. On the new-generation 4-cylinder engine, this
world-exclusive technology package from BMW again provides a very
efficient way to extract more power from the engine, rather than
taking the route of a much larger displacement and, in the process,
adding to the weight and therefore to fuel consumption. This explains
why the more dynamic performance and driving enjoyment does not come
at the expense of higher fuel consumption and emissions.
The new BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder’s displacement of 1,997
cc delivers maximum power of 180 kW/ 240 hp at 5,000 rpm while, thanks
to twin-scroll turbocharging, the maximum torque of 255 lb-ft is
developed at just 1,250 rpm and remains constant up to 4,800 rpm.
These statistics translate to commensurately dynamic performance: the
new BMW 328i accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 6.0
seconds, on its way to an electronically governed top speed of 155 mph
with Sport Line. The engine responds instantly when the driver demands
more throttle, and the vigorous and almost linear power delivery from
only slightly above idle, which continues all the way into the higher
rpm range, is duly impressive.
BMW TwinPower Turbo technology in the new 4-cylinder engine.
This new engine is the most powerful in a new generation of
4-cylinder engines designed in accordance with the BMW
EfficientDynamics strategy, which aims to combine increased driving
enjoyment with reduced fuel consumption and emissions. In technical
terms, this new 4-cylinder engine is modeled on the current
multi-award-winning 6-cylinder inline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology (N55), which is the benchmark in its class for dynamic
power delivery and impressive efficiency. This world-exclusive
technology combines High Precision Direct Petrol Injection,
Double-Vanos variable camshaft timing and VALVETRONIC variable valve
timing with twin-scroll turbocharging.
These features give the new BMW 328i the sort of power which
with a naturally aspirated engine would require more cylinders and
larger displacement. At the same time, with its all-aluminum
crankcase, this engine is lighter and more compact than a 6-cylinder
engine of equivalent power. This has obvious benefits for driving
dynamics: the reduced load on the front axle gives this BMW sports
wagon greater agility and further improved steering and cornering
characteristics.
Twin-scroll turbocharging.
The new 4-cylinder engines also feature twin-scroll
turbocharging. This means that the exhaust stream from cylinders 1 and
4, and the exhaust stream from cylinders 2 and 3, follow separate
spiral-shaped paths to the turbine wheel. This reduces exhaust
back-pressure at low engine rpm, allowing the energy of the exhaust
gas pulses to be utilized as efficiently as possible. The result is
instant throttle response and fast-revving performance which BMW
drivers can instantly translate into driving pleasure.
VALVETRONIC, Double-Vanos and High Precision Direct Injection.
The combination of a high power output and a simultaneous
reduction in emissions is achieved by VALVETRONIC variable valve
timing and Double-Vanos variable camshaft timing. The latest
generation of the VALVETRONIC system features a faster-acting,
optimized stepper motor with integrated sensor. Seamlessly variable
control of intake valve lift dispenses with the need for a throttle
butterfly. Instead, the air mass is controlled inside the engine,
resulting in faster response. At the same time, pumping losses have
been reduced to a minimum.
The excellent efficiency is also down to the High Precision Direct
Injection system. Centrally positioned between the valves, solenoid
injectors precisely control the supply of fuel. The fuel is injected
very close to the spark plug, with a maximum injection pressure of 200
bar (2900 psi), resulting in clean and homogeneous combustion. The
cooling effect of the directly injected fuel also results in a higher
compression ratio than on port injection engines, bringing further
efficiency improvements.
Exceptional performance assisted by innovative design features.
The exceptional performance of the new engine is also due to
various innovative features of the core engine. For example, twin
balancer shafts positioned at different heights result in optimized
vibration absorption, while a centrifugal pendulum absorber integrated
in the dual-mass flywheel brings a noticeable reduction in irregular
running at low engine rpm. The driver can therefore make full use of
the strong low-end torque without sacrificing smoothness. These
factors all help to explain why the new 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine
achieves refinement, noise and vibration of a kind that was previously
confined to BMW 6-cylinder engines.
All this performance comes with exceptional fuel economy
figures. In the EU test cycle, the new BMW 328i Touring records
average fuel consumption of only 6.8 litres per 100 kilometres (41.5
mpg), allowing it to better the economy of the outgoing 160 kW/218 hp
BMW 325i Sport Wagon by a full 10 per cent. Technical progress is
equally in evidence with the new eight-speed automatic transmission,
which can claim an improvement of up to 11 per cent in fuel economy
over its predecessor (6.5 liters / 43.4 mpg imp.
Sporty 8-speed automatic transmission as standard;
state-of-the-art 8-speed sports automatic with steering wheel
mounted paddle shift is optionally available. The BMW 3
Series Sports Wagon owes its characteristic driving experience not
just to its high-torque, fast-revving engines, but also to its
transmissions. For performance-minded drivers the transmission, as the
interface where the power from the engine is relayed to the rear
wheels, is pivotal to a dynamic driving experience. It is just as
important for it to offer precise shifting as to provide the right
ratios. Smooth shifting, low noise and efficient design are further
qualities demanded in the premium segment. For drivers who value a
silky smooth seamlessly variable transmission and love to leave the
shifting to the transmission, they will find an ideal offering in the
innovative 8-speed automatic transmission. Drivers can also opt for a
sports automatic version of this transmission, with steering
wheel-mounted paddle shifts as an upgrade with the Sport Line and M
Sport package.
Innovative 8-speed automatic transmission: efficient power
transmission and optimal ratios.
The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon equipped with the optionally
available high-performance
sport 8-speed automatic transmission
with steering wheel mounted paddle shifts, offers additional ratios
not currently offered by any competitors in the premium compact sports
wagon segment – This transmission combines unprecedented standards of
comfortable shifting, sporty performance and efficiency. With all this
going for it, the automatic transmission is fully in keeping with the
overall sporty temperament of the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon.
In terms of size and weight, this 8-speed unit is comparable
with the 6-speed automatic transmission used in the past. A range of
innovative technical features and exceptionally high internal
efficiency allow this higher-performance unit to combine powerful
acceleration, strong mid-range sprinting and further reduced fuel
consumption. For performance-minded drivers this transmission also has
lots to offer, particularly since the driver can choose to play a more
active role by changing gears manually, thereby releasing even more of
this sporty wagon’s potential.
With its optimized control technology, the 8-speed transmission
boasts extremely fast shift and reaction times and direct downshift
capability. The electronic transmission controller can also alter the
shift characteristics as required, to cater either for a sportier or
for a more relaxed, fuel-saving driving style. Despite a larger
overall spread, eight ratios mean that the spacing between them is
smaller, so that the optimal ratio is available in virtually all
situations. The close ratios deliver turbine-like power combined with
smooth and fuel-efficient low-rpm operation. The new 8-speed automatic
also allows drivers to maintain a very economical driving style.
A sports version of the new 8-speed automatic transmission is
available as an option for cars equipped with the Sport Line and M
Sport package. This unit offers even sportier shift characteristics
(e.g. faster shift times), and the option of changing gear manually
using the paddle shifts on the steering wheel. Alternatively, it is
also possible to use the electronic selector lever on the center
console. The Normal and Sport modes are chosen using the Driving
Dynamics Control switch. This allows the sports automatic to deliver
both dynamic driving enjoyment and top-level comfort.
Striking face with precise contours and multi-faceted surfaces.
Characteristically, the sporting nature of the new BMW 3 Series
Sports Wagon is made apparent to the eye by its wide track. By
accentuating the width of the car, the multi-faceted surfaces of the
expressive front fascia give the 3 Series Sports Wagon a more athletic
appearance than ever.
A three-dimensional interpretation of the upright, slightly
forward-slanting BMW kidney grille emphasizes an assured presence. LED
accent lights positioned like eyebrows above the traditional four
round headlights with corona rings (if Adaptive Xenon headlights are
specified) lend an extra intensity to the classic BMW focused look.
Clearly defined headlight surrounds now extend up to the frame of the
kidney grille, merging the headlights and grille into a single
stylistic element and adding further emphasis to the car’s broad-set
stance. The 3 Series Sports Wagon replaces the central air intake of
its predecessor with two larger intakes, which are positioned
underneath the headlights to the outer edges of the front fascia and
add extra depth to the wagon’s sporty look. On the left and right
edges of the main ducts are small vertical intakes which help create
the “Air Curtain”. This new technology improves air flow around the
front wheels, enhancing aerodynamic efficiency and reducing fuel
consumption at higher speeds.
The closely spaced, squat openings of the kidney grille, with
their eye-catching surrounds, form the most prominent element of the
new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon’s front design. It is also where the
precise lines of the dynamically contoured hood begin at the base of
the A pillars and flow over the full length of the hood. The result is
a front that appears lower-slung, giving the 3 Series Sports Wagon a
clear sporting edge when viewed head-on.
Precise lines produce a silhouette that enhances the sport
wagon’s dynamic impact.
Powerfully taut surfaces with sweeping lines dominate the side
view of the BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon, stretching the car visually and
lending extra verve to its dynamic stance. The flanks of the car are
shaped by an eye-catching double character line running alongside each
other. The higher character line emerges out of the low-slung nose and
flows over the front wheel with an understated sweep, in a nod to the
wagon’s fleetness of foot. The second character line develops lower
down behind the front wheel and follows a delicately arching path
towards the rear. Together, they reinforce the dynamic wedge shape of
the wagon’s flanks. As well as providing a discreet increase in
muscularity in the rear section below the character line, these
styling cues also create vivid light and shade effects, which draw
further attention to the wagon’s wide track.
The wagon’s athletic overall impression is emphasized by the
steeply raked D-pillars, the angle of the rear window and the subtly
wedge-shaped geometry of the window surfaces. The roofline – which
slopes downwards slightly to the rear and is extended visually by a
spoiler – and the “Hofmeister kink” at the foot of the D-pillar also
generate a sense of dynamic tension. The fine balance between the
greenhouse and the body lends the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon a
sporty, elegant and nimble look, while the rear lights extend well
into the sides of the body and combine with its flowing lines to
create a harmonious transition between the flanks and rear section.
The rear of the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon also boasts a
blend of sporting elegance and modern practicality. The horizontal
lines and L-shaped lights set far to the outer edges accentuate the
subtly flared fenders and the wider track. Two integrated bars of LEDs
allow a slim light design and ensure they maintain an appearance that
is instantly recognizable as a BMW both day and night. The positioning
of the lights at the outer edges of the rear underline the car’s
hunkered-down stance on the road. The large tailgate opening with
separate rear window opening and low sill make loading and unloading
bulky items that much easier while offering an accessibility option to
loading and unloading cargo.
The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon again features a rear window
that opens separately from the tailgate. The window is unlocked
electrically via a button on the rear window wiper arm and opened by
hand. This practical function makes it easier to load and unload
smaller items – especially when space is tight, as the rear window
opens up rather than out.
In order to make access to its generous cargo area easier, a
power tailgate will be offered for the first time on a 3 Series Sports
Wagon. Getting into the cargo area can be done at the touch of a
button, either on the remote key or from inside the interior. Access
is made even easier when Comfort Access is ordered, as it will include
the Hands Free Opening Tailgate. If one approaches the new 3 Series
Sports Wagon with hands full, one need only stick a foot under the
rear bumper to initiate the operation and the tailgate automatically
swings open.
Driving Dynamics Control switch with ECO PRO mode:
extra-sporty, more relaxed or more fuel-efficient driving modes – at
the press of a button.
The new BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon offers impressive driving
dynamics combined with new standards of comfort unique in its segment.
This is a result of superbly tuned suspension which achieves an
astonishing balance between dynamics and comfort. On top of this,
drivers are also able to vary the overall character of the sports
wagon depending on the driving situation or to suit their personal
preferences. As well as sportier or more comfortable drive settings,
they can also opt for extra fuel efficiency. The different modes are
selected using the new Driving Dynamics Control function including ECO
PRO mode, which is standard on all 3 Series models.
Using the Driving Dynamics Control switch, the driver is able to
customize accelerator response characteristics, engine response, the
power steering characteristics and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
thresholds. The Servotronic function, the automatic transmission and
Dynamic Damper Control are integrated into the system too. Using the
simple-to-operate rocker switch on the center console, drivers can
choose between ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and SPORT+ (depending on
equipment) modes. Each of these predefined setups activates different
settings for the relevant power train and suspension components.
In SPORT mode, for example, throttle response is very sharp and
the steering becomes even more direct. The shift points of the
automatic transmission are altered to provide a significantly sportier
drive.
An additional button allows the driver to change the DSC
settings. Selecting Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) mode, for example,
makes it much easier to start off on loose surfaces or in deep snow.
In this mode as well as in SPORT+ mode, the Dynamic Stability Control
thresholds are raised and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) is activated.
It is also possible to shut off DSC altogether. The electronic
limited-slip function for the rear differential can then provide
extra-sporty acceleration out of corners or hairpin curves.
ECO PRO mode, meanwhile, supports an extra-efficient and
economy-conscious driving style. It does this by changing the
accelerator mapping so that the same pedal travel delivers less power
than in the standard mode. Also in this mode, the automatic
transmission control strategy is modified so as to upshift sooner and
to delay downshifts, while intelligent energy and climate management
reduces the mechanical power consumption and consumption of electrical
systems such as heated mirrors and seats. But the biggest potential
for improving fuel economy comes from the driver’s own personal
driving habits. Special displays in the instrument cluster informs the
driver by how much the driving range is being extended, shows fuel
consumption history, or, with reference to the specific driving
situation, provides tips and incentives on how to develop a more
economy-conscious driving style. ECO PRO mode allows average fuel
consumption to be reduced with a corresponding increase in driving
range.
The new BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon at launch will provide even
more variety and become even more attractive with the introduction of
BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. In addition to the typical
benefits of all-wheel drive, the electronically controlled BMW xDrive
system – which can fully vary the driver power split between the front
and rear wheels with split-second speed – ensures top-class traction,
safety and handling, and optimal power management whatever the weather
and road conditions. The system has been recalibrated for greater
agility and precision, with benefits also for cornering. With this new
version, it offers an ideal combination of dynamism and comfort, and
is the ideal basis for maximum driving enjoyment. The BMW 328i xDrive,
all-wheel-drive models will go on sale at launch along with the
introduction of the rear wheel drive 328i Sports Wagon.
Four equipment Lines shine the spotlight on the wagon’s
distinct character traits.
High-quality material combinations and unbeatable build quality
underline the premium ambience of the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon.
The materials and color concept of the standard model accentuates the
sporting character of the wagon, but a large selection of colors and
upholstery variants also offer scope for various other options. From
the standard satin silver matte surface treatment to the warm look of
the fine burrled walnut wood, all trim surface options can be combined
with either the leatherette or one of two leather upholstery colors.
In addition to the standard trim level, the new BMW 3 Series
Sports Wagon can now also be specified with any of four equipment
lines. Customers can therefore adapt the appearance of their car to
their personal lifestyle and preferences – in their own way and with
eye-catching results. The Sport Line, Luxury Line, Modern Line and M
Sport Line each emphasize the different sides to the new BMW 3 Series
Sport Wagon’s character in their own individual way. The exclusive,
carefully coordinated equipment features embrace both exterior design
elements and the selection of materials and colors for each model. In
terms of value, design coherence and expressiveness, the new BMW Lines
go far beyond existing packages in the segment.
Sport Line: With eye-catching exterior features in
high-gloss black, this new line accentuates the dynamic appearance of
the BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon. Eight heavily contoured high-gloss black
kidney grille slats in a chrome-colored surround give the front end of
the car a particularly sporty and alert look. The black inserts in the
front apron make the air intakes appear larger and lend extra emphasis
to the muscular wheel arches. Bi-color, double-spoke design 18-inch
light-alloy wheels provide the athletic looks to match. Meanwhile,
black painted exterior mirrors and the standard high-gloss black
B-pillar and window trim add an extra sporting flavor to the flanks. A
black trim strip on the lower crease underlines the width-enhancing
effect of the rear styling, while the black chrome exhaust tips rounds
off the exterior’s sporty appearance. The sporty and exclusive
ambience of the interior is expressed by contrasting black and red
accents. Red trim rings, red scales in the circular dials, red
stitching on the sports steering wheel and a base trim strip in
high-gloss black with coral red accent strips all underline the
sporting ambience of the cockpit. The standard sports seats can be
specified in a choice of two upholstery styles and three colors. The
ignition key for Sport Line versions of the new BMW 3 Series Sport
Wagon is identified by its black finish and red detailing.
Luxury Line: The discreet high-gloss chrome elements
of this line lend the exterior of the BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon a
particularly elegant and exclusive appeal. The BMW kidney grille with
11 fine chrome slats, two slightly offset chrome trim strips in the
front apron air intakes, and a high-gloss chrome trim strip running
horizontally above the air scoop gives the front a striking
appearance. As with the Sport Line, the B-pillar and window guide come
in high-gloss black, and the window frame and weather strip are in
chrome. Special 18-inch light-alloy wheels in multi-spoke design
accentuate the stylishness of the new BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon when
viewed side-on. From the rear, the new Luxury Line is easily
identified by its exquisite, high-gloss chrome trim strip – which
extends across the rear apron – and its chrome exhaust tips. Chrome
elements also catch the eye inside the Luxury Line variant. This is
the only line which gives the radio and air conditioning units a
chrome surround. High-gloss wood trim (with stylish inlays are also
available) and seats with distinctive stitching and leather upholstery
in three classically elegant colors highlight an inviting, exclusive
ambience. The ignition key for Luxury Line versions of the new BMW 3
Series Sedan can be identified by its black finish and chrome detailing.
Modern Line: In contrast to Luxury Line models, the
avant-garde trim elements included in Modern Line versions of the new
BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon are all in satin aluminum, underlining the
contemporary character of this line. The BMW kidney grille, with 11
satin aluminum slats, and double trim strips for the air intakes in
the same color give the front end of the new BMW 3 Series Sport Wagon
a particularly contemporary, classy touch. The high-gloss black
B-pillar of the Modern Line blend smoothly with the satin aluminum
trim elements at the front and rear. 18-inch turbine-style light-alloy
wheels strengthen the future-focused concept of this equipment line.
The harmonious lightness of the interior dispenses with strong
contrasts. Instead, with a light upper side to the dashboard and a
steering wheel in dark oyster, it generates an all-new ambience.
Leather upholstery in oyster or black, and a choice of four trim
surfaces with accent strips in pearl-effect chrome, further enhances
the appealing interplay between materials. A trim element with
three-dimensional structure and open-pored wood, lays on a whole new
feast for the fingertips. Modern Line versions of the new BMW 3 Series
Sports Wagon are marked out by the oyster-colored ignition key with
matte silver detailing.
M Sport Line: The M Sport Line brings the ultimate in
sporting makeovers to the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon. An all-new
aerodynamic package for the exterior clearly sets cars specified with
this package apart from the base model and the three other lines. 18
nch light-alloy wheels in hallmark M design, M Sport suspension, a
black kidney grille and BMW Individual High-gloss Shadowline trim give
the car that typical M look. The theme continues inside the car with
sports seats boasting distinctive upholstery choices, trim elements
with blue accent strips, M door sill covers, an M driver’s footrest
and the new M leather steering wheel.
New dimensions in driving pleasure and dynamic performance:
Sporty power delivery, outstanding efficiency and enhanced ride
comfort. The sixth generation BMW 3 Series sports sedan offers
top-level agility and driving dynamics, and they combine all this with
new levels of comfort. At the same time, there is no change to the
proven basic concept comprising high-performance engines, a sporty
chassis and a rigid, lightweight body. After all, over the past 35 or
more years, drivers have come to expect dynamic, sporty driving
enjoyment as a matter of course in a BMW 3 Series model, while power
train and chassis technology rank as a core strength of the brand. A
longitudinally mounted engine, rear-wheel drive and a balanced (50:50)
weight distribution are a formula that makes the BMW 3 Series the
sportiest wagon in its segment.
BMW EfficientDynamics: More power, less fuel consumption.
With high-performance engines, superior suspension technology
and an extremely torsion-resistant body, the new BMW 3 Series Sports
Wagon is building on its position as the sportiest sports wagon unique
in its segment. It is also advancing even further on the comfort
front. Agility and dynamic performance continue to be the sport
wagon’s stand-out features, and are key to its high standards of
driving enjoyment. To cap this off, the 3 Series sports wagon also
boasts an exceptionally good balance between performance and fuel
consumption. This reassuring knowledge is a further incentive for
drivers to make full use of the dynamic potential of the new BMW 3
Series Sport Wagon.
To a large extent, these typical BMW qualities are due to the
BMW EfficientDynamics strategy that has been used on the new 3 Series
Sports Sedan. A new, more fuel-efficient engine, extra-efficient
transmission(s), on-demand control of ancillary units, intelligent
lightweight design, Auto Start-Stop function, and low drag
aerodynamics including “Air Curtain” and underside fairing all help to
consolidate the leadership position of the new BMW 3 Series Sports
Wagon on fuel consumption and emissions.
Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode.
The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon is equipped with an Auto
Start-Stop function, which automatically switches off the engine
during short stops at traffic lights or in stationary traffic, so as
not to waste fuel. For the first time, and uniquely in this class,
this system can be combined with the new 8-speed automatic
transmission. The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon is also equipped with
BMW’s now familiar Brake Energy Regeneration system. With Brake Energy
Regeneration, power for the vehicle’s electrical system is generated
only during braking and overrun. When the engine is under load, the
alternator can often be disengaged. This not only means that
electricity can be generated with little or no effect on fuel
consumption, it also grants the sports wagon livelier acceleration.
Finally, the new Driving Experience Control switch gives drivers the
option of selecting ECO PRO mode by modifying the power train
management and re-programming the heating and air conditioning, the
heated seats and the exterior mirrors to operate at optimum efficiency
while reducing fuel consumption.
On-demand control of ancillary units saves energy.
Intelligent energy management in the new BMW 3 Series Sports
Wagon is further enhanced by the ancillary units, which consume
significantly less energy compared with conventional systems. Examples
include the on-demand coolant pump, the electronically controlled oil
pump and the electromechanical steering system, which only consumes
electric power when steering assistance is actually required. The
special air conditioning compressor featured on many of the sports
sedan models works on the same principle. As soon as the driver
switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is
disconnected by a magnetic clutch, to minimize power drain.
Intelligent lightweight design brings further reduction in
fuel consumption.
Use of lightweight materials has played a significant role in
reducing vehicle weight and in delivering high passenger cell safety
standards, combined with a significant increase in strength. At the
same time, these measures also help to ensure superior driving
dynamics. Intelligent lightweight design is integrated into all areas
of BMW vehicle development work and into all components, from the body
and engine to the suspension. Materials used include high and
ultra-high tensile steels, a hot-stamped B-pillar, plastics and
state-of the-art composites. Increased use of aluminum components in
the engine and suspension systems has also further reduced the weight
of the relevant assemblies.
Practicality and versatility: Hallmarks for the new 3 Series
Sport Wagon
The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon offers remarkable flexibility.
A net as well as an additional strap along the right side panel can be
used to help secure cargo. Four tie-downs are integrated into the
cargo floor. A net along the left-hand panel will also be available. A
pair of coat hooks and an addition 12-volt outlet add an extra measure
of flexibility. A storage tray under the load compartment floor and a
deep stowage compartment on the left-hand side of the cargo area can
accommodate smaller items. Another neat twist, the luggage compartment
cover can be stowed away under the load compartment floor, allowing it
to be kept in the car even when not in use. Also standard is a
separate partition net, which can be employed in a variety of ways
even when the rear seat backrests are folded down. The rear seats can
be folded down in three sections in a 40:20:40 split. The large
through-loading facility allows the new 3 Series Sports Wagon to carry
four adults and longer items, such as skis or snowboards, at the same time.
In addition to the increase in load-carrying capacity –the usable space between the wheel arches has also grown in size – the Sports Wagon also makes a credible case for a high degree of versatility. The folding rear seat bench can be split 40:20:40 as standard, allowing load capacity to expand up to a maximum of 35.3 cu. ft. Folding down all the backrests creates an almost level load compartment floor with a smooth transition to the sides of the interior. The generously sized tailgate aperture, measuring from 38” to 40.5 “wide and 26” high, makes it easier to load in bulky items over the strategically place scuff plates designed and placed to protect the luxuriously appointed cargo interior..
In addition to the flexibility and utility offered by the interior of
the new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon, other features unique to this model
includes roof-rails that provide a basis for many optionally available
racking systems for everything from bicycles and skis to cargo boxes.
It will also be available with a full glass panoramic sunroof.
BMW ConnectedDrive: The latest in safety and infotainment
With its broad range of driver assistance systems and mobility
services, all offered as part of BMW ConnectedDrive, the new BMW 3
Series Sports Wagon sets a new benchmark when it comes to safety,
convenience and infotainment. To ensure that the available features
deliver the maximum benefit, the exchange of information between the
passengers, the vehicle and the outside world is managed by BMW ConnectedDrive.
The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon is available with a full-color
Head-Up Display. It projects key information in sharp resolution onto
the windshield in the driver’s direct field of vision. Depending on
the vehicle specification the speed limit is noted in addition to the
car’s speed. The driver can also see navigation instructions and
various alerts in the Head-Up Display. Thanks to the wide variety of
driver assistance systems available in the new BMW 3 Series range,
more information can be placed in the driver’s direct line-of-sight
while their eyes remain squarely on the road.
State-of-the-art camera technology provides the potential for
new levels of safety and convenience. Active Safety options include
Lane Departure Warning as well as Active Blind Spot Detection. Backing
up and parking both are made easier with the available Rear-view
Camera with Top View which provides a bird’s-eye view of the car.
Another convenience-enhancing assistance system is the BMW Parking
Assistant, which takes charge of maneuvering into parking spaces
making parallel-parking a breeze.
BMW Assist, a globally unique mobility service, comprises among
other features a telephone information service and BMW’s
industry-leading enhanced Automatic Collision Notification function
with automatic detection of the vehicle location. BMW Assist also
includes Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity.
Other innovative technologies allow the integration of the Apple
iPhone and other smartphones as well as music players, including the
use of Internet-based services. The Apps option enables iPhone users,
among other things, to receive Internet radio stations and to display
Facebook and Twitter posts on the onboard monitor. With BMW Apps,
iPhone users can access and listen to music streaming services like
Pandora, MOG and Stitcher with the ability to add other Apps as they
are made available using ConnectedDrive as a platform designed to
continuously support future Apps as they are developed.
The all-new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon again brings the
versatility of a wagon with the driving dynamics of the quintessential
sport sedan. The new 3 Series Sports Wagon will be arriving in US
showrooms in spring 2013. Pricing details and standard/optional
equipment will be announced closer to the on sale date.
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