SZ_ford 5th Gear November 14, 2018 Share November 14, 2018 https://www.topgear.com/car-news/la-motor-show/new-bmw-m340i-fastest-non-m-3-series m340i.........looks tasty and faster than V8 m3 ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesix Supersonic November 14, 2018 Share November 14, 2018 https://www.topgear.com/car-news/la-motor-show/new-bmw-m340i-fastest-non-m-3-series m340i.........looks tasty and faster than V8 m3 IL6 FTW https://www.bmwblog.com/2018/11/02/manual-bmw-m3-reportedly-not-completely-ruled-out/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACH Supersonic November 14, 2018 Share November 14, 2018 2020 BMW M340i Brings 382 Horsepowerhttps://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/a25021966/2020-bmw-m340i-debut-photos-specs-price/ BMW showed off the new, seventh-generation 3-Series for the first time last month, and now the automaker has revealed the sporty version. No, it's not the M3, but it's close. Say hello to the 2020 M340i. Yes, the 3-Series now gets a baby M variant just like the 2-, 5- and 7-Series, as well as the X3 and new Z4. With a 3.0-liter straight-six, the M340i is aimed right at cars like the Mercedes-AMG C43 and Audi S4, both of which are powered by 3.0-liter turbo V6s. The M340i's powerplant is basically the same single-turbo six that found a home in the previous-gen 340i, but tuned for more power and torque, with 382 hp and 369 lb-ft of on tap. Those figures put the M340i just a bit behind the 385-hp AMG C43, though ahead of the 354-hp S4. Like the C43 and S4, the M340i offers all-wheel drive, but unlike the other two Germans, the BMW's AWD is optional. No matter how many wheels are driven, the only transmission available is an eight-speed automatic. Acceleration figures for the rear-wheel drive version haven't been released yet, but BMW says the M340i with xDrive will hit 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. Top speed for both variants is 155 mph. The M340i will come standard with M Sport brakes, with 13.7-inch rotors clamped down by four-piston calipers up front, and 13.6-inch rotors and single-piston calipers in back. An electronically controlled limited-slip differential is also standard, as is variable-ratio steering. The standard suspension setup uses a new type of damper with additional hydraulic elements that come into play on large suspension movements—our colleagues atCar and Driver explain the new system in a prototype drive of the new 3-Series—while adaptive dampers are optional. While the lighter, rear-drive M340i seems more our style, the all-wheel drive version sounds interesting, too. It gets a system with a fully variable front-to-rear torque split, with increasing amounts of rearward bias in Sport and Sport+ driving modes. The M340i of course benefits from all the improvements BMW has made for the seventh-generation 3-Series. The company touts a stiffer, lighter body shell, and a new interior featuring BMW's newest iDrive system. BMW says the M340i will reach dealers in July 2019, and pricing will be announced at a later date. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged November 14, 2018 Share November 14, 2018 2020 BMW M340i Brings 382 Horsepower https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/a25021966/2020-bmw-m340i-debut-photos-specs-price/ WoW...Sibay Power but hor...Sibay Expensive lor Especially a 10 year lease in Sillypore Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weez911 Supersonic December 7, 2018 Share December 7, 2018 (edited) I like this new digital cockpit, but have to get used to the rev counter that goes counter-clockwise. The advantage of this arrangement is that more complete graphic information can be presented in the middle. Well done BMW! 382hp is very very useful indeed. 0-100 of 4.2s is almost M/RS/AMG performance! Edited December 7, 2018 by Weez911 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel1888 3rd Gear December 8, 2018 Share December 8, 2018 I have NEVER been a bimmer fan. I rather any other lux car, Audi, Merc, Volvo, Jag etc. But now after viewing the online videos & pictures of new 3 series, it got my blood boiling. I was like "Whoa", bmw hit it outta ball park with latest 3 series. Inside is much more modern then existing & i really liked the exterior changes too. Will visit pml when it launches in SG. Anyone has inside news when? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACH Supersonic December 8, 2018 Share December 8, 2018 I have NEVER been a bimmer fan. I rather any other lux car, Audi, Merc, Volvo, Jag etc. But now after viewing the online videos & pictures of new 3 series, it got my blood boiling. I was like "Whoa", bmw hit it outta ball park with latest 3 series. Inside is much more modern then existing & i really liked the exterior changes too. Will visit pml when it launches in SG. Anyone has inside news when? My guess is mid of 2019 earliest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weez911 Supersonic December 8, 2018 Share December 8, 2018 (edited) I have NEVER been a bimmer fan. I rather any other lux car, Audi, Merc, Volvo, Jag etc. But now after viewing the online videos & pictures of new 3 series, it got my blood boiling. I was like "Whoa", bmw hit it outta ball park with latest 3 series. Inside is much more modern then existing & i really liked the exterior changes too. Will visit pml when it launches in SG. Anyone has inside news when? You can call them now to register your interest. When the car is incoming, they will certainly call you. I think will be around by late 2019 or early 2020. Usually the higher end variants like the 340i and 330i will be launched first, follow by 320i and finally 318i. Do bear in mind the 318 drives very differently from the 330 and 340 because of the engine characteristics. And the 330/340 will have more standard options, which are more in-line with the bmw promotional videos. The 318 will be spartan... go for test drive and see/touch the variant you want before you commit. Edited December 8, 2018 by Weez911 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wt_know Supersonic December 8, 2018 Share December 8, 2018 3 series size had grown over the years better to skip 318 ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged December 8, 2018 Share December 8, 2018 (edited) 320i 2019– B48B20 2.0 L I4 turbo 135 kW (181 hp) @ 5,000–6,500 rpm 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 1,350–4,000 rpm 7.2 s 330i 190 kW (255 hp) @ 5,000–6,500 rpm 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) @ 1,550–4,400 rpm 5.8 s M340i B58B30 3.0 L I6 turbo 285 kW (382 hp) @ 5,000–6,500 rpm 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) @ 1,600–4,500 rpm 4.4 s Edited December 8, 2018 by Pohhenry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zxcvb Turbocharged December 12, 2018 Share December 12, 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTdLpt9yfqg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mockngbrd Supersonic December 12, 2018 Share December 12, 2018 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury1 Turbocharged December 12, 2018 Share December 12, 2018 Hrmm bigger in size and no handbrake, might have to start looking at the 2 series at this rate lol 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesix Supersonic December 15, 2018 Share December 15, 2018 G20 3 series ///M sports has sport differential as an option. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged December 15, 2018 Share December 15, 2018 Hrmm bigger in size and no handbrake, might have to start looking at the 2 series at this rate lol I guess the next 1er & 2er both handbrakes confirm gone liao 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged December 16, 2018 Share December 16, 2018 Hrmm bigger in size and no handbrake, might have to start looking at the 2 series at this rate lol Why Handbrake is better than Electronic Parking Brake.?When i booked my M240i,so dissapointed it still came with a Handbrake. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesix Supersonic December 16, 2018 Share December 16, 2018 Why Handbrake is better than Electronic Parking Brake.?When i booked my M240i,so dissapointed it still came with a Handbrake. For RWD, pull handbrake & wait at traffic light. With handbrake, can mod BBK. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wt_know Supersonic December 16, 2018 Share December 16, 2018 (edited) bmw can mod msport brake (brembo oem) front and rear that support e parking brake Edited December 16, 2018 by Wt_know ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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