Since making its debut in the 1970s, the BMW 3 Series has been a major player in the luxury sedan segment. The model is now in its 7th-generation with improved comfort, handling, and dynamics. Let’s examine the 2021 BMW 3 Series and some of its noteworthy performance specs.
Performance and Handling
The BMW 3 series comes with rear-wheel drive as standard, and the manufacturer’s xDrive AWD system available as an add-on. The base model comes with an automatic transmission, though if you upgrade to the BMW M3, you can opt for a six-speed manual transmission.
Under the hood is a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine with an output of 255 horsepower and 294 lb-ft of torque. It’s capable of a 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.4 seconds.
If you select the BMW M3, the engine is an upgraded twin-turbo 3.0-liter with 473 horsepower and 409 lb-ft of torque. The acceleration time from 0-60 mph is clocked at 4.1 seconds.
A plug-in hybrid model is also available, a first for the BMW 3 Series. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter engine paired to a 12.0-kWh battery-powered electric motor. It can travel up to 87 mph with an all-electric range of 22 miles.
Technology
Standard is a dual 8.8-inch display. One acts as an infotainment touchscreen while the other is positioned on the gauge cluster. You may also go with the optional upgrade of a 10.3-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch display on the gauge cluster. For the 2021 model, GPS maps, Bluetooth® connectivity, and Apple CarPlay® all come standard.
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