The BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine – which is the long-wheelbase model of the three Collection sedan – has been launched in India, with costs starting from Rs 51.50-53.90 lakh (ex-showroom). India is the primary right-hand-drive market to get the long-wheelbase 3 Collection, which was first launched in China. For these curious, the Gran Limousine shall be offered alongside the usual 3 Collection as a alternative for the now-discontinued 3 Collection Gran Turismo.
- Gran Limousine costs vary from Rs 51.50-53.90 lakh
- 110mm longer than the usual 3 Collection
- Will get 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engines
BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine dimensions and variants
At first look, the variations between the BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine and the usual 3 Collection aren’t obvious as a result of they’re nearly equivalent on the surface, however the Gran Limousine has a visibly longer rear door. The Gran Limousine is 110mm longer than the usual 3, with all of the added size going into the wheelbase, to assist liberate more room for rear-seat passengers.
BMW India is providing the three Collection Gran Limousine in two variants – Luxurious Line (Rs 51.50-52.50 lakh) and a limited-run M Sport ‘First Version’ (Rs 53.90 lakh). The M Sport variant appears extra aggressive on the surface with a unique entrance bumper and gloss black trim additions. There are 4 exterior color choices – Carbon Black, Cashmere Silver, Melbourne Pink and Mineral White, however whereas the Luxurious Line sports activities 17-inch V-spoke alloy wheels, the M Sport will get 18-inch twin-spoke alloys.
| 2021 BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine costs | ||
| Variants | 330Li | 320Ld |
| Luxurious Line | Rs 51.50 lakh | Rs 52.50 lakh |
| M Sport First Version | Rs 53.90 lakh | – |
2021 BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine inside
The three Collection Gran Limousine mirrors the inside structure of the usual 3 Collection, and the one distinction comes within the type of new color schemes. Nonetheless, essentially the most notable distinction is on the again – with the lengthened wheelbase, there’s 43mm extra legroom for rear passengers in comparison with the usual 3 Collection, and the seats are higher cushioned and bolstered as nicely.
By way of tools, the three Collection Gran Limousine options checklist matches that of the usual wheelbase mannequin, and provides a panoramic sunroof. Highlights embrace LED headlights and tail-lights, ambient lighting, multi-zone local weather management, an 8.8-inch touchscreen with BMW’s iDrive infotainment system, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, to call a couple of. The 330Li M Sport variant will get a head-up show and gesture management.
2021 BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine engine and gearbox particulars
The BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine borrows the 258hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine (330Li) and 190hp, 2.0-litre turbo-diesel unit (320Ld) from the usual 3 Collection, together with its 8-speed torque convertor computerized gearbox. BMW claims a 0-100kph time of 6.2sec for the petrol and seven.6sec for the diesel.
The 320Ld is simply accessible with the Luxurious Line trim, whereas the 330Li is available in Luxurious Line and M Sport kind.
2021 BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine worth and rivals
At this worth, the BMW 3 Collection Gran Limousine is about Rs 8.9 lakh dearer than the usual 3 Collection. Whereas it’s notably pricier than rivals of the usual 3 (Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-class, Volvo S60 and Jaguar XE), it’s necessary to notice right here that the Gran Limousine is the primary long-wheelbase providing in its phase; identical to how the current-gen Mercedes-Benz E-class was the primary long-wheelbase mannequin in its phase and supplied a extra luxurious rear seat expertise and noticed it grow to be a transparent favorite in its class. BMW will hope the three Collection Gran Limousine – with its elevated deal with luxurious and luxury – is ready to pull off one thing comparable.
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