BMW 3 Series:

What BMW 3 Series is offering for the year 2015?

We have some standard and optional equipment changes in store from the 2015 BMW 3 Series. Most prominently Bluetooth audio connectivity has been added as a standard all across the model line, navigation, heated front seats and a sun roof.

Introduction:

Ask any one to name a sport sedan and spontaneous response will be “BMW 3 Series”. Looking at this year’s lineup, the car may be known to synonymous to variety.

Wagon or Sedan, all wheel or rear wheel drive, with diesel, gasoline or hybrid electric cars, the 2015 BMW 3 Series is going to attract a variety of car savvy, along with the entry level luxury car shoppers. Moreover with the nicest interior features, sporty handling reputation and overall fun driving experience will meet the requirements as well. Though the current generation looks for the comfort in ride as compared to the previous versions, but 2015 BMW 3 Series is enjoyable whether the customers seek out for the driving fun or to travel comfortably.

The 2015 BMW 3 Series, has been offered with three gasoline engines i.e. two four-cylinders, a six cylinder and all turbocharged. The recently added 328d model with its diesel powered four-cylinder offers impressive EPA rating in the Sedan with 37 miles per gallon combined. The diesel is not slow as well. It went from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 7 seconds. But whatever the favorite remains the 328i. It is because of its fuel economy, value and unbeatable mix of power.

Though high fuel economy of the diesel makes the vehicle a strong choice for the customers but at the same time pricey Active Hybrid 3 makes it a doubtful final choice. No doubt every other 2015 BMW 3 Series wagon or sedan is worth considering to be bought. No doubt there are strong competitors and rivals in this segment in every possible manner. But at the same time it is also an admitted fact that no other car can match the combination of fantastic road manners, efficiency and outright refinement of BMW. Along with so many combinations and comprehensive options lists, 2015 BMW 3 Series will definably complement your driving style, personality and budget.

Body styles, trims and options:

The 2015 BMW 3 Series is available in the market in wagon as well as sedan body styles. Sedans came in 320i, 328i, 328d and Active Hybrid 3 trim levels. For almost all of these, BMW offers all wheel drive versions and labels it as “xDrive”. On the other hand Wagon is only available in 328i xDrive and 328d xDrive trims.

Standard Features for 320i:

Entry level 320i includes the following stand features:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• automatic headlights
• foglights
• remote entry
• push-button start
• automatic wipers
• cruise control
• dual-zone automatic climate control
• six-way manually adjustable front seats
• leatherette premium vinyl upholstery
• a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
• Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity
• the iDrive electronics interface
• a 6.5-inch display and a premium nine-speaker sound system with a CD player
• HD radio
• an auxiliary audio jack
• an iPod/USB audio interface

328i Sedan:

This model adds a powerful version of the 320i’s engine. Other features offered by this model are as follows:

·         Auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors

·         heated side mirrors, wood trim

·         eight-way power-adjustable front seats

·         driver memory functions

·         split-folding rear seats

The 28i and 328d wagons are very well equipped in the same way as their sedans and come with panoramic sunroof.

In the very same way 335i Sedan and Active hybrid have unique power strains. Tough both of these come with the following features:

·         18-inch alloy wheels

·         adaptive xenon headlights

·         LED accent lights

·         a sunroof

Option packages:

Talking about the option packages for the 2015 BMW 3 Series, they include the following:

·         Keyless ignition and entry (including foot-activated trunk or tailgate opening)

·         four-way power lumbar for the front seats

·         the sunroof (if not already included)

·         satellite radio

·         leather upholstery

Technology Package:

It includes:

·         Voice-controlled navigation system

·         a higher-resolution 8.8-inch display screen

·         a touchpad iDrive controller

·         a color head-up display

·      BMW Online with MyInfo (provides news and info to the car)

·         BMW Apps (connectivity for select smartphone apps)

·         BMW Remote Services

Performance and power strains:

Six-speed manual is available on Sedans while the wagon comes only with an eight speed automatic transmission.  Automatic equipped 3 series cars with M sport or sport package have a sport version of the transmission along with the steering wheel paddles. Different models have different fuel economy values and no doubt all of them are pretty much impressive and attractive for the car buyers in every sense and manner.