Would you like to know more about how the BMW 3-Series F30 comes to life? We got the right videos for you, showing you step-by-step how the latest saloon car from the Bavarian carmaker gets assembled, from the raw metal to the final testing. In these two videos (see the second one after the ‘jump’) we can see how the various divisions within BMW work, with the robotized production lines perfectly integrated with the highly professional workers: very interesting watch.

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BMW just released an official video documenting how the design of its new 3-series F30 sedan came together. The footage include contributions from some of the designer that worked on the project, and it is quite self explanatory for itself, telling us what were the principles that eventually led to the final product. Both interior and exterior designs are discussed, therefore, if you are not too impressed with the aesthetics of the 3-Series F30, you know who’s to blame.

via | Motor Authority

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Bmw released an 8 minute long video presentation of its new 3-series F30 range, which will feature 3 lines: Sport, Modern e Luxury. The clip is pretty self-explanatory, focusing on the main differences among these three versions in terms of design and finishing. The footage has been realized with contribution from most of the key-figures that took part in the design of the new 3-series, offering a detailed and complete overview of the new sedan from the German manufacturer.

The new Bmw 3-Series offers a choice of four engines, all of which feature the new Bmw TwinPower Turbo technology. These include two diesel engines as well as the already well known 300 hp 3.0-litre 6-cylinder petrol engine in the 335i variant and the brand new 240 hp 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the 328i variant. The power is managed by a 6-speed manual transmission (standard) or by the optional 8-speed automatic which can be combined in any engine variants. A hybrid variant, called the ActiveHybrid 3, will also be made available next fall.

video | Autoblog.it

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Bmw released new official info and pictures of the 3-Series F30, which will be available in four versions: standard, Sport Line, Modern Line and Luxury Line. The design of the F30 is actually quite different from the previous E90 model, and this is even more evident with these versions, that will soon be joined by the traditional M-Sport variation in Summer 2012. This new generation of 3-Series has been designed to give more space to rear passengers, who will get an extra 15 mm legroom and 8 mm more on the top of their heads. The re-designed dashboard is angled around the driver and features many elements that reminds of the recent 1-series.

The new Bmw 3-Series F30 will come with turbocharged 4-cylinder 2.0 (245 hp) and 3.0 (306 hp) petrol or 2.0 diesel (184 hp) engines, although in Europe BMW will once again offer the ultra-efficient and environmental-friendly 320d EfficientDynamics unit (163 hp), boasting an average fuel consumption of only 3,4 l/100 km and CO2 Emissions of 109 g/km. Standard equipment will include 17″ alloy wheels, automatic air-con, Bluetooth phone connectivity, BMW Professional radio with 6.5″ color screen and iDrive, keyless starting, a USB port, multi-function leather steering wheel, cruise control and automatic boot opening.

The car is equipped with a Drive Performance Control that offer a choice of four driving modes, from Sport to the innovative ‘Eco Pro’, a selection that would electronically modify a number of parameters (affecting engine, transmission, air conditioner and cooling system just to name a few) in order to optimize consumption and emissions. In 2012 the very first hybrid 3-Series will also join the fold, the ActiveHybrid 3, which will be powered by the supercharged 306 hp 3.0-litre petrol unit coupled with a 82 hp electric engine, with average fuel consumption of 6,4 l/100 km.

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Just a few days ahead of BMW 3-Series F30’s official debut, we’ve received these spy shots of its future sporty version: the M3. These shots were taken once again at the Nurburgring, where this heavily disguised M3 mule was spotted during some testing. Now that official pictures and videos of the saloon version have surfaced, it is easier to figure out what kind of differences there will be between the M3 and its sedan counterpart. Looking at the pictures, we can notice wider wheel arches and a more aggressive-looking front-end, while the mechanics will reflect the already known anticipations.

The 420 hp naturally aspirated V8 of the former version will be replaced with a 450 hp 3.3-litres V6, coupled to twin turbochargers to maximize power output and also to an electric turbocharger, which would guarantee consistent delivery at low revs. Obviously, the new M3 will come with BMW’s own Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) and electronic limited slip differential, while suspension and steering will be controlled by the ECU. The new M3 is supposed to debut in 2014, although some concept version will probably be presented earlier.

View the full Bmw M3 F30: new spy shots gallery.

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