The BMW 3 Sequence is all set to get a brand new M Efficiency mannequin added to its line-up, within the type of the M340i, which will probably be launched in India on March 10, 2021. This will even be the primary M Efficiency mannequin to be domestically assembled in India. Whereas the 374hp M340i will probably be a sportier model of the three Sequence, providing extra efficiency, it isn’t to be confused with the full-blown M3 that makes 480hp (510hp in Competitors guise).
- The M340i will use a 374hp, 3.0-litre, in-line six-cylinder engine
- Will be outfitted with varied M Efficiency elements
- BMW to extend localisation of its M Efficiency fashions
- It would include X-Drive or all-wheel drive for higher traction
BMW M340i: engine and gearbox
Powering the sporty luxurious sedan will probably be a 3.0-litre, in-line six-cylinder, twin-turbo petrol engine that may churn out 374hp and 500Nm of torque. The engine will come paired to an 8-speed computerized gearbox and energy will probably be despatched to all 4 wheels by way of BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Internationally, the M340i is additionally out there with a rear-wheel-drive format.
BMW M340i: mechanical modifications
Other than the extra highly effective engine, the worldwide mannequin additionally options another mechanical upgrades over the usual automotive. These embrace M-specific suspension know-how, M Sport differential, M Sport brakes and an M Sport exhaust system. All these M Efficiency elements are added to enhance the automotive’s dynamics.
BMW M340i: options
When it comes to tools, the M340i will get all of the options seen within the increased trims of the 3 Sequence, corresponding to a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with BMW’s newest iDrive system, voice instructions, gesture management, LED headlights and tail-lights, three-zone computerized local weather management, a digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, entrance and rear parking sensors, and a parking digicam, to call a number of.
BMW M340i: anticipated worth
Because the BMW M340i will probably be positioned on the prime quality, we count on the sporty sedan to be priced across the Rs 65 lakh mark. The three Sequence line-up in India presently consists of two petrol variants – the 330i Sport and 330i M Sport trim. There’s additionally a sole diesel trim on supply – the 320d Luxurious Version.
BMW M Efficiency fashions in India
There are already a lot of BMW M Efficiency fashions on sale in India, together with the Z4 M40i roadster, the X7 M50d SUV and the M760Li sedan. Although BMW is trying to broaden the vary of M Efficiency fashions, which sit a peg under the full-blown M fashions within the model’s line-up. The German carmaker can be set to domestically assemble a few of its M Efficiency fashions in India, like this automotive.
Apart from the 3 Sequence, the X3 SUV can be slated to get a brand new variant – the X3 M40i xDrive – which can be positioned above the usual X3 30i and 20d variants in our market (Rs 61.80-62.50 lakh), however under the all-out 480hp X3 M SUV (Rs 99.90 lakh) (all costs, ex-showroom, India).
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