2019 BMW 3 Series Goes Winter Testing in Scandinavia
The 2019 BMW 3 Series is looking to close the gap with its rivals, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and even the Jaguar XE.
Arguably BMW’s most important product, the next-generation 3 Series will ride on the company’s CLAR platform, which currently can be found underpinning the 5 and 7 Series models. That means it will be lighter than the current offering, shedding around 88 pounds (40 kilograms) from its weight. The popular sedan will also have a slightly longer wheelbase, resulting in more legroom for backseat passengers and possibly more trunk space.
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Although it’s still wearing quite a bit of camouflage, the new 3 Series interestingly looks like a smaller version of the new 5 Series. That makes sense since the 3 Series has received modest changes to its styling over the last decade, so expect to see some noticeable changes inside and outside.
Rumor has it the most powerful version at launch will be the M340i, sporting a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine with 340 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. Two hybrid variants are also rumored, along with a fully-electric version.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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