BMW unveils eighth-generation 3 Series and all-electric i3

BMW 3 Series eighth generation Neue Klasse electric vehicles M350 xDrive

BMW has unveiled the eighth generation of its core 3 Series, marking a significant strategic shift by introducing both internal combustion and fully electric models under a unified design language. The new lineup will exclude diesel engines, focusing instead on gasoline, mild-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants alongside the all-electric i3.

The electric i3 utilizes the new Neue Klasse architecture and features an 800V system, with the i3 50 xDrive offering a WLTP range of up to 912 km and 400 kW DC fast charging. In contrast, the gasoline-powered 3 Series (G50) will continue to use an evolved CLAR platform. The flagship M350 xDrive will feature a 3.0-liter inline-six engine producing 443 hp, supported by a 48V mild-hybrid system, and includes a 'Drift Moment' mode for controlled oversteer.

Internally, both models will adopt advanced digital technologies, including the Panoramic iDrive system with a 17.9-inch central display and a new augmented reality head-up display. To support this transition, BMW has invested approximately two billion euros into upgrading production facilities in Munich and Dingolfing, as well as developing battery manufacturing capabilities.

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3 Series · Adrian van Hooydonk · BMW · Dingolfing · Irlbach-Straßkirchen · M350 xDrive · Munich · München · Neue Klasse · i3

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[● 6 SOURCES] The all-electric BMW i3 50 xDrive is claimed to have a range of up to 912 km (WLTP). todaytech.eu · www.topgeartw.com · motorsactu.com · www.pravda.sk · www.kaipkada.lt · +1 more
[● 11 SOURCES] The combustion-powered 3 Series (G50) will utilize an evolved CLAR platform, whereas the electric i3 uses the new Neue Klasse architecture. todaytech.eu · timesng.com · www.bimmerfile.com · www.chasingcars.com.au · gadgetnews.net · +6 more
[● 13 SOURCES] The new 3 Series lineup will include gasoline, mild-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models in addition to the all-electric i3. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · todaytech.eu · www.topgeartw.com · www.motor1.com · www.vol.at · +8 more
[DISPUTED] The M350 xDrive flagship model will be equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-six engine producing 437 hp. todaytech.eu · www.topgeartw.com · www.automotiveaddicts.com · www.focus.de · automotiva.com.ar · +3 more
[● 5 SOURCES] The eighth-generation BMW 3 Series will exclude diesel engine options. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.vol.at · www.zeit.de · www.motor1.com · www.automobili.ba
[● 6 SOURCES] The new 3 Series interior will include the Panoramic iDrive, a digital display spanning the base of the windshield. todaytech.eu · autogear.pt · timesng.com · gadgetnews.net · avtoplus.mk · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] BMW has invested roughly two billion euros into upgrading production plants and battery system manufacturing. www.startstop.sk · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de
[● 7 SOURCES] The M350 xDrive model will feature a 'Drift Moment' mode that allows for controlled oversteer. www.topgeartw.com · www.automotiveaddicts.com · www.revistacarros.pt · www.focus.de · www.cnbce.com · +1 more