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The Next 3 Series.... #223979 30th Apr 2008 3:58pm Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 12,002 Wirralshire StuyMac OP Wiki Master OP StuyMac Wiki Master Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 12,002 Wirralshire The current E90 BMW 3-series has only been on the market since 2005 but details about the next-gen model are already circulating with most agreeing that the next model will feature styling lifted from the Concept CS. Due in 2012, the next BMW 3-series will be the first of a family of BMW cars with a more recognizable face derived from the original styling of the Shanghai concept. With the new 3-series, designers will attempt to address criticisms of the current car’s awkward styling and lack of interior space. These renderings, compiled using information from sources close to the project show that the new car will have a pronounced kidney-grille with the air-intakes positioned on either side of the bumper just below the headlights. The bonnet will sit much higher than on the current model to improve pedestrian safety, while the sides will be marked with a prominent character line and high beltline. Proportions will remain much the same as the current model but weight will be reduced thanks to the increased use of aluminum in its construction. New options for the 2012 3-series will include hybrid variants as well as the latest version of BMW’s Efficient Dynamics. The X-Drive AWD system is likely to gain favour thanks to a redesign of the system to reduce weight, which will only increase fuel consumption by 0.5L per 100km over RWD models. Other features that may make it to production include night-vision devices, a heads-up display and radar safety systems. What If There Were No Hypothetical Questions?

Re: The Next 3 Series.... StuyMac #223980 30th Apr 2008 4:33pm Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 22,315 Likes: 1 Moreton/Beirut/Mobile MattLFC Wiki Master MattLFC Wiki Master Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 22,315 Likes: 1 Moreton/Beirut/Mobile Looks better then the current one thats for sure!! My Facebook | My Photography Website | Ride TH13TEEN | My LinkedIn | My Twitter

Re: The Next 3 Series.... MattLFC #223983 30th Apr 2008 4:54pm Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 8,019 my house Sanchez Wiki Veteran Sanchez Wiki Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 8,019 my house jai want's one Uncertainty or not knowing causes depression, Im happy because I know I'm going to die one day!

Re: The Next 3 Series.... Sanchez #223984 30th Apr 2008 4:58pm Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 8,019 my house Sanchez Wiki Veteran Sanchez Wiki Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 8,019 my house Originally Posted by chey The bonnet will sit much higher than on the current model to improve pedestrian safety I hate all this pedestrain safty shite, learn to cross the roads mongs Uncertainty or not knowing causes depression, Im happy because I know I'm going to die one day!

Re: The Next 3 Series.... Sanchez #223985 30th Apr 2008 5:45pm Joined: May 2004 Posts: 6,261 Birkenhead Cali_16v Wiki Guide Cali_16v Wiki Guide Joined: May 2004 Posts: 6,261 Birkenhead Looks better than the current UGLY lineup

Re: The Next 3 Series.... Cali_16v #224025 30th Apr 2008 7:56pm Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,888 New Ferry Davey_Martin Forum Master Davey_Martin Forum Master Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,888 New Ferry huge but i like the overall design