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BMW 3 Series History

Six generations of the BMW 3 Series: a success story of the world trendsetterIf there is a typical BMW, then it is without a doubt, BMW 3 Series. In the middle class, it is considered the epitome of sports sedan, and in this role for many years is the undisputed leader in the premium segment. Since its debut in 1975, worldwide more than twelve million customers have opted for the BMW 3 Series, the car has consistently attracted the most different categories of buyers. The reasons for the unique success varied.Then and now the concept of the BMW 3 Series is unique: a compact body of elegant design, modern powerful engines, a classic rear-wheel drive and sporty suspension tuning. As a result, the car has outstanding dynamics and maneuverability. In addition, BMW quickly, "guessed" the spirit of the time and the individual wishes of potential customers.

Thus emerged a highly innovative concept of the body as well as technical solutions, which customers vain for the competition. In this respect, the BMW 3 Series sets the standard sports car of the middle class. Relevant examples are the steps in the development strategy BMW EfficientDynamics, thanks to which the BMW 3 Series has the lowest fuel consumption and harmful emissions.

After the sedan, which is the top-selling version of the model in the world, with the passage of time were created convertible BMW 3 Series Touring BMW 3 Series Coupe BMW 3 Series and BMW Compact 3 Series. In addition, the company has developed a powerful BMW sports sedan BMW M3. Began the success story of the sold worldwide premium car 36 years ago with a two-door version.

1975: The first generation - premiere of the two-door sedan with a powerful four-cylinder engines.

Presentation of the first BMW 3 Series E21 in July 1975 marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of automobiles. The two-door sedan with compact dimensions and sporty at the outset puts special emphasis. The front is dominated by "nose", due to the length 4355 mm, width 1610 mm and a height of 1,380 millimeters at the same time it seems new and compact, and "adult".

Track front 1364 millimeters and 1377 millimeters at the rear give him energy and sustainability. This corresponds to a modern chassis with sports tuning with MacPherson-type front suspension and rear independent suspension on trailing arm and strut.

Under the hood mounted four-cylinder engines with a displacement of 1573, 1766 and 1990 cm3, the names of models - 316, 318, 320 and 320i. With the exception of the engine with fuel injection, all power units are designed for gasoline Normal. An absolute novelty is the interior design with a driver-oriented cockpit, which will be typical of the BMW interior for many years.A year later, readers of the specialized magazine "auto, motor und sport" will choose the best BMW 320 sedan in the world with a displacement of two liters. In 1977 BMW 3 series six-cylinder engine is the first segment in connection with the model 320 and 323i are equipped with disc brakes on the circle.In particular, BMW 323i is quickly gaining fame independent "athlete", which thanks to the power 105 kW/143 hp easily accelerates to 190 km / h Dynamic performance, easy handling and sporty looks are important motives for buying the BMW 3 Series, four out of five customers want to buy the car again. In 1981, after just six years of production are launched millionth BMW 3 Series.1982: The second generation - the four-door version, coupe, sedan and BMW M3, in addition, the first diesel engine for a sports sedan.The new BMW 3 Series E30 in all respects represents progress and diversity. A new design, optimized aerodynamics, increased roominess and comfort, higher power, as well as additional body and engine variants. BMW has consistently perfected its most successful model range and accurately guess the taste of customers. In this generation, the premiere of the family four-door version (1983), BMW 3 Series Convertible and the "athlete" BMW M3 (both 1985).

Today is the first BMW 3 Series Convertible as yangtaymera still highly regarded by many fans of the brand. Releasing wagon with an attractive design, BMW in 1987 is proof of that, as in a sports car of the middle class driving pleasure and practical value, as well as roominess and functionality should not contradict each other. Along with this, the BMW 3 Series for the first time established a diesel engine and the first option is offered with all-wheel drive. Success Strategies: With more than 2.3 million units sold predecessor result surpassed a million cars.In 1984 BMW introduced a new concept of cost - the six-cylinder engine eta. BMW 325e is powerful, economical - and environmental friendliness: the first BMW 3 Series, which comes only with the catalyst. A bold step was taken with the release of 324d, the first diesel sports sedan based on the 3 Series. Along with this powerful debut 325i, which is called the 325iX is equipped with permanent all-wheel drive. Transfer case with viscous coupling system allows the use of ABS, which is standard on both models. In 1989, there 318is - the first mass BMW four-cylinder models with four-valve heads cylinder.1990: The third generation - the premiere of the BMW 3 Series and BMW Compact E36 3-Series, the new six-cylinder engines and turbo diesel.In 1990, four-door sedan marked the emergence of a third-generation model. It is elegant and new technical part. In addition, the body dimensions and capacity have grown substantially. In 1992, it follows a two-door version, but now it is extremely elegant coupe. Just a few months later, BMW has released two strong trends: the new convertible and the new BMW M3. For more conceptual innovation developers can implement the 1994 BMW Compact 3 Series. He finds his fans among those drivers who attach importance to first economy without giving up the dynamics and comfort.

The new six-cylinder engines are equipped with two camshafts and four valves per cylinder. We coupe power units for the first time using the system continuously variable valve timing VANOS. This new technology optimizes torque, fuel consumption and harmful emissions and allows engineers to increase compression ratio. Two other novelties are 325tds six-cylinder diesel engine with turbocharger and intercooler, as well as the first four-cylinder turbodiesel 318tds. Furthermore, at the beginning of 1995 BMW cylinder engines prepared lightweight aluminum engine block.1998: the fourth generation - direct injection Common Rail, the system VALVETRONIC and BMW xDrive.In May 1998, the start is the fourth generation of the BMW 3 Series E46. It would increase its power, comfort and safety. In the length and width over its predecessor are new increased by four centimeters, respectively, became more and lounge. In late 1999, the BMW 3 series in our country is ranked 3rd on the number of approvals for operation, which until now was not possible nor a representative of his class.

In the 320d will debut the brand's first diesel engine with direct injection, 318i is the first time two of the balancing shaft. The most significant measure is technically a six-cylinder petrol engines is the introduction of Double VANOS. Continuous automatic control timing as the inlet side and outlet side torque characteristic makes more uniform, and further reduces emissions.In the huge diesel 330d fuel into the cylinders for the first time provides injection system Common Rail. In 2001, BMW presents throttle-free load control system VALVETRONIC. Technology provides the stepless speed inlet and increases power while reducing fuel consumption performance and emissions. Somewhat later begins mass production system VALVETRONIC.In addition, BMW presents a new all wheel drive system for the sedan and wagon. BMW xDrive operates without conventional locking, this task is performed by an automatic selective interference with the operation of the brakes at individual wheels. What is new is the fact that the torque between the front and rear wheels can be distributed completely flexible. Promising options for the fourth-generation models also include coupe and convertible BMW 3-Series, which immediately offered with a diesel engine and cleverly combine the qualities of fun, design, and common sense.2005: the fifth generation - BMW EfficientDynamics, High Precision Injection, TwinPower Turbo technology and the new "champion" on the emissions of CO2.At the International Motor Show in Geneva, the world premiere of the BMW 3 Series the fifth generation, the production of which is now complete. The car with the powerful engines, dynamic and refined at the same time driving characteristics, distinctive design and innovative equipment meets widespread acceptance throughout the world. Since 2007, the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy shows how the BMW 3 Series driving pleasure can be in harmony with the exemplary low fuel consumption and emissions.

For example, all petrol engines feature direct fuel injection High Precision Injection, which is a six-cylinder models 330i and 325i, as well as the four-cylinder versions 320i and 318i running in eco mode with a lean mixture. In the BMW 335i injection system is combined with technology TwinPower Turbo, two turbochargers and system Double VANOS. In order to optimize weight, BMW utilizes the engine block of aluminum or an even lighter design of magnesium and aluminum.All engines meet the 2010 model year emissions standard Euro 5. The most efficient car of the middle class, no doubt, is the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Edition. Its engine with direct injection Common Rail third generation develops power of 120 kW/163 hp and in a series of EU consumes just 4.1 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers.During the past 36 years, BMW has continuously developed its advantage in the sports car segment of the middle class. BMW 3 Series more convincingly than any other car in its class, demonstrating its sporting roots in various forms and grades of power. In this case, BMW again and again offers innovative solutions and acts as a pioneer not only in the field of engine technology and the drive.