BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo

One of the more rare BMW models in India is the 5-series GT which is not as often spotted as the other BMW models. BMW though is keen to expand the model range and so the 3-series now gets the GT treatment. So what is the new 3-series GT all about? For starters it certianly looks different from the 3-series sedan but unlike the 5-series GT it actually looks handsome.  So below we tell you everything that you need to know about this new BMW.

The rear styling as well as the front is changed and looks unique than the traditional sedan shape. The 3 GT now comes with design details like  frameless windows, a coupe-style, gently downward-sloping roofline and a large, automatically opening and closing tailgate. The new 3 GT has a 110 millimetre long wheelbase and is also taller than the 3 series Estate. Yet it still looks sleek like any BMW should.

This is where the new 3 series GT makes great sense as its more roomy than the sedan. The front and rear passengers have got an increase in space wihere there is a 70 millimetres of additional legroom over the Sedan version which makes it great to be sitting at the back. The 3 GT has 520 litres of boot capacity.

It has practical bits like a 40:20:40 split/folding rear seat bench with folding head restraints and tilt-adjustable backrests plus there is a large load area.

The 3 GT has trim levels called  Sport Line, Luxury Line or Modern Line equipment packag plus there is the optional M Sport package. Design wise its pure BMW and everything looks classy.

It has three petrol and two diesel engines. The one that makes sense is the  2.0-litre diesel engines.In India BMW will offer an eight-speed automatic as an option for all engine variants. Both gearboxes link up with the fuel-saving Auto Start-Stop function. You also get a plethora of tech too!

Expected Launch: February 2013
Expected Price : Rs 30.00 L – 37.00 L