The BMW 3 Sequence Gran Limousine, basically the long-wheelbase model of BMW’s sedan, will launch on January 21, 2021. BMW India’s announcement of the launch confirms our scoop from June 2020, once we reported the 3 Sequence long-wheelbase will arrive in India in 2021. This additionally implies that India is the primary right-hand drive market to get the long-wheelbase model of the three Sequence.
- Has a wheelbase that’s 110mm longer than the usual mannequin at 2,961mm
- 3 Sequence Gran Limousine seen as a alternative for the three Sequence Gran Turismo
- Count on 3 Sequence Gran Limousine costs to be barely larger than the usual mannequin
BMW 3 Sequence Gran Limousine: What’s totally different?
Together with the longer wheelbase size – 110mm to be exact – the three Sequence Gran Limousine can also be 120mm longer than the usual mannequin, and barely taller. Do notice {that a} fast look at the usual and long-wheelbase 3 Sequence won’t reveal a lot in the way in which of visible variations.
On the within, the driving force and entrance passenger might not see a lot distinction between the usual automobile and the Gran Limousine. Nevertheless, it’s the rear area that will get various updates.
The longer wheelbase liberates an additional 43mm of legroom for the rear passengers, the longer rear doorways present simpler entry, and the seat has additionally been improved, with higher cushioning and bolstering.
When it comes to options, anticipate an gear record so long as the usual automobile – LED headlights and tail-lights, a panoramic sunroof, inside temper lighting, multi-zone local weather management, an 8.8-inch touchscreen with BMW’s iDrive infotainment system and extra can be on supply.
Engine choices are additionally anticipated to be shared between the usual and long-wheelbase 3 Sequence. A 258hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 190hp, 2.0-litre turbo-diesel unit are anticipated to be obtainable with the Gran Limousine.
BMW 3 Sequence Gran Limousine costs and rivals
Contemplating its measurement, the three Sequence Gran Limousine will sit between the three Sequence and 5 Sequence in BMW’s India line-up. Nevertheless, it received’t share area with the three Sequence GT as this mannequin has been faraway from the model’s worldwide portfolio and can quickly be gone from the India line-up too. For now, the 3 Sequence Gran Tursimo is on sale in particular Shadow Version kind.
This implies the Gran Limousine will even be priced larger than the present 3 Sequence, which retails between Rs 42.30-49.30 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India).
An extended-wheelbase model of its rival to the Mercedes-Benz C-class and Jaguar XE might give BMW a bonus within the section, whether it is priced proper to keep away from cannibalising its personal gross sales. The upcoming Audi A4 facelift and the next-gen Volvo S60 will even compete in opposition to the usual 3 Sequence once they arrive.
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