BMW has revealed its new petrol and hybrid powered 3 Series ahead of its arrival in January.
The BMW 3 Series range will launch with two derivatives. Both feature the latest generation of BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and 48-volt mild hybrid assistance.
The rear-wheel-drive BMW 320 combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission, producing 211hp and 330Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the flagship BMW M350 xDrive pairs a 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild hybrid system featuring a crankshaft-driven starter generator. Together, they produce 443hp, an increase of 69hp over its predecessor, and 580Nm of torque.
Revised front and rear axle settings are said to sharpen handling and steering feel, while stiffer chassis and anti-roll bar mounts improve body control and stability. The combustion-powered models also retain near-perfect weight distribution, a longstanding ingredient of the 3 Series’ dynamic character.
Newly developed lift-related dampers are fitted as standard, with adaptive suspension available optionally.
Alongside the standard specification, customers in Ireland can also select from M Sport and M Sport Pro trim levels, enabling a broad spectrum of personalisation.
Prices in Ireland start from €71,935 for the BMW 320 and €60,285 for the BMW i3 40 xDrive. First units are set to arrive here in January 2027.
They join the fully-electric BMW i3 range, with first customer deliveries commencing this autumn. The i3 range starts from €60,285 for the 40 xDrive.
