BMW plans to update its 3-Series soon, and our newest spy photographs present a prototype for the Touring wagon physique model that is supplied abroad.
The present 3-Sequence, the nameplate’s seventh era, arrived in 2018 as a 2019 mannequin. The up to date model, which represents a mid-cycle refresh, ought to arrive in 2022 as a 2023 mannequin. Sadly, we do not anticipate the wagon physique model to return to those shores.
Solely gentle modifications are deliberate for the 3-Sequence’ exterior with this refresh. Search for small tweaks to the internals of the lights, together with a brand new grille and new fascias entrance and rear.
Extra substantial modifications are anticipated for the inside the place we should always see BMW introduce the newest model of its iDrive infotainment system. The most recent system, model 8.0, encompasses a greater display and might even see the 3-Sequence’ sprint undertake a floating digital instrument cluster and infotainment display like within the newest BMW fashions, such because the iX, i4 and 2-Series Active Tourer.
2023 BMW 3-Sequence Touring facelift spy photographs – Photograph credit score: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
It is not clear what’s in retailer for the 3-Sequence’ powertrain lineup. The bottom choice within the U.S. ought to stay a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 rated at about 248 hp. Above this needs to be a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 rated at about 382 hp, this time augmented with a mild-hybrid system capable of briefly add 11 hp. Each powertrains function within the updated 2022 X3.
A battery-electric 3-Series can be within the works and will presumably be the long run recipient of the i3 badge. Anticipate it to match the specs of the i4, which means an 83.9-kilowatt-hour battery and a most vary approaching 300 miles. This specific choice will possible solely be out there with the sedan physique model.
Lastly, it is price mentioning that the up to date 3-Sequence wagon will obtain the M3 remedy, which is able to make it the primary M3 wagon (not together with a one-off prototype). Prototypes for the hot longroof are additionally out testing. It would function a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 that within the M3 sedan delivers 473 hp in commonplace guise and 503 hp in M3 Competitors guise. It is possible that the M3 wagon will solely are available in Competitors guise. The M3 sedan’s out there 8-speed computerized and all-wheel-drive system may even possible be commonplace on the wagon, although we have nonetheless acquired our fingers crossed for the 6-speed guide and rear-wheel-drive setup.
Keep tuned for updates as improvement continues.
