BMW 3-Series wagon set for February release
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BMW 3 Series Touring Australian Pricing*:
BMW 318d Touring $58,900*
BMW 320i Touring $62,600*
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19th November, 2012
- New generation 3 Series Touring is lighter and larger with a larger interior
- More versatile with flexible 40/20/40 split fold rear seats
- Four distinct 'design packages': Sport Line, Modern Line, Luxury Line and M Sport package
- Eight-speed Automatic transmission with Auto Stop/Start fitted as standard
- 318d and 320i arrivals from February 2013
The new BMW 3 Series Touring will offer outstanding value when it goes on sale in February 2013. The new model will
have increased luggage space and versatility, more luxury features, fuel-efficient TwinPower Turbo engines and more
advanced technology.
BMW Group Australia Managing Director, Phil Horton said that this latest 3 Series Touring sets a new benchmark in the
premium mid-sized estate segment.
“The 3 Series was the model for which the claim “the ultimate driving machine” was created and this hasn’t been
diluted with the new 3 Series Touring. It takes the best of the 3 Series driving dynamics and blends this with the
elegance and versatility of a sports wagon.” Mr Horton said.
Both of the new BMW 3 Series Touring models available from launch demonstrate class leading efficiency and performance
with the entry point 318d Touring boasting a BMW TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel engine producing 105 kW of power
and 320 Nm of torque. Coupled with the standard 8–speed automatic transmission the 318d can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h
in 9.2 seconds. It boasts a low fuel consumption figure, on the 'combined cycle', of 4.7 l/100 km with emissions of just
123 grammes of CO2 per km.
The new BMW 320i Touring features BMW’s new TwinPower turbo four-cylinder direct injection engine producing 135 kW and
270 Nm of torque. The 320i comes standard with an 8-speed Sports Automatic Transmission (with steering wheel mounted
paddle-shifters). The result is class-leading acceleration and efficiency with the 320i Touring sprinting to 100 km/h
from standstill in 7.5 seconds. The combined cycle fuel consumption is rated at 6.2 l/100 km. Emissions are rated at 145
g/CO2 per km.
Nearly all dimensions have grown in the new BMW 3 Series Touring, compared to its predecessor. It offers more cabin
space and a larger cargo area whilst rear passengers will appreciate the additional rear legroom and improved access.
Along with the extra room for passengers the cargo area has increased in size, now offering a best in class 495 litres
loading which can be extended to 1,500 litres with the rear seats folded down. But it’s the innovative flexibility of the
luggage area that stands out with these new models, with a 40:20:40 split/folding rear seats and large aperture for the
electric opening two-part tailgate, the combinations for cargo carrying demonstrate the impressive versatility of the new
BMW 3 Series Touring.
Following on from the 3 Series Sedan, BMW has introduced an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard for the
range, the 320i with gearshift paddles. Combined with other BMW EfficientDynamics technologies including the standard
Auto Stop/Start, Brake Energy Regeneration and ECO PRO mode for the new Driving Experience Control, this efficient
transmission helps the new BMW 3 Series Touring achieve its efficiency including the low emissions.
Model for model the 3 Series Touring share similar standard specification with the Sedan variants. Comfort and luxury
features for the 318d include dual-zone climate control, cruise control with brake function, power-operated windows and
exterior mirrors, automatic lights and rain sensing windscreen wipers, rear Park Distance Control, Bluetooth connectivity
for hands-free mobile phone use with compatible devices, and MP3 compatible CD audio systems with Auxiliary and USB
inputs. Also included is automatic operation for the split tailgate as an additional Touring specific feature.
Additional to this the 320i also comes standard with electric seat adjustment including memory function, rear view
camera, 17” Star-spoke alloy wheels, front Park Distance Control, Sports leather steering wheel and the interior lights
package that provides additional reading, vanity and ambience lighting throughout the car.
Safety is always a high priority in all BMW vehicles and for the new 3 Series Touring BMW includes the Active
Protection system that initiates a range of protective measures if an accident is imminent. In addition to this, all
models are fitted standard with six airbags, and Dynamic Stability Control that includes ABS, Brake Assistant, Cornering
Brake Control and Dynamic Traction Control.
“The substantial increase in standard equipment and the latest technology evident in the new 3 Series Touring
offers a huge improvement in value, both compared with its predecessor and its direct rivals in the market,” said Mr
Horton.
BMW 3 Series Touring Australian Pricing*:
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BMW 318d Touring $58,900*
BMW 320i Touring $62,600*
Options for BMW 318d Touring
Luxury Line $3,768*
Modern Line $3,768*
Sport Line $3,768*
Options for BMW 320i Touring
Luxury Line $3,152*
Modern Line $3,152*
Sport Line $3,152*
M Sport Package $6,844*
NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges
(commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change
without notice, as are the specifications. E&OE.
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