BMW-Klassiker: Alte Schule und Neue Klasse: BMW 3er kommt im Doppelpack

BMW is making a statement in the automotive world with its dual release of the BMW 3er, combining old school and new class technology. Alongside the all-electric i3, the company is updating its traditional combustion engine models, making them nearly indistinguishable from the sleek exterior and new display bar inside. However, the key difference lies in the pricing; the traditional models start at 49,900 Euros, while the electric variant requires an additional 10,000 Euros.

This technological openness is evident in the BMW 3er's specifications. The models will feature two 800-volt batteries, with 82.8 or 108.7 kWh capacities, providing a range of up to 912 kilometers and the ability to charge at 400 kW. The i3, for instance, can go from 0 to 100 km/h in as little as 4.7 seconds, with a top speed of 200 km/h.

Looking ahead to 2022, BMW plans to introduce a fully electric M3, boasting four motors and producing over 735 kW/1,000 PS, capable of reaching at least 250 km/h. For those who prefer traditional fuel, the BMW lineup will continue to offer a range of gasoline-powered models, including a two-liter V4 in the 318 or 155 kW/211 PS in the 320, and a six-cylinder M350 with a 3.0-liter engine, delivering 326 kW/443 PS. Despite the electric line's expansion, BMW also intends to electrify the Kombi and update the touring benziner.