What will be the next BMW 3 Series?

25 September 2018

Germans tease video build the new Troika

Given a neutral appearance and is still relevant technical equipment to the current BMW 3 Series does not seem an outdated model. Meanwhile, the Bavarian company presented it more in the fall of 2011, that is seven years ago! After that there is a new generation key competitors: Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class ("mers" still managed to survive the restyling). What surprised the new "Troika"?

While BMW only teases the audience with a video which demonstrates the process of assembling the next-generation sedan. This teaser was very honest: typically, manufacturers give only some hints at look of new model, and here you can see the headlights, and the side of the body.

Previously, BMW announced that the new BMW 3 Series will be easier than its predecessor for 55 kg. Plus, the engineers will be able to lower the center of gravity by 10 mm. Weight distribution will remain a classic for BMW — 50:50.

It is expected that the increased rigidity of the body torsion, wider wheel track and optimised suspension will improve handling. About the rest of the technical stuffing no accurate information. It is known only that the car to keep the eight-speed automatic. Some of the motors will be upgraded, although revolutions are not expected.

Premiere of the BMW 3 Series is a new generation scheduled for the Paris motor show, which opens next month.