[cococly]

BMW has officially released the details and photos of the refreshed 3 Series coupe and convertible.

As we await the next 3 Series sedan that is expected to be unveiled some time next year, we can enjoy a refreshed 3 Series coupe and convertible. The coupe and convertible get a refreshed face for the 2011 model year. This includes slightly tweaked headlights, a larger grille and a revised lower fascia. The rear end gets slightly revised taillights.

The 328i features 230 horsepower while the 335i has 300 horsepower and is the first inline-6 equipped with a single twin-scroll turbocharger, BMW's Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology, High Precision direct fuel injection, and all-aluminum construction.

The 335i's new inline-6 engine displaces 3.0-liters and develops maximum output of 300 hp at 5,800 rpm, with peak torque of 300 lb-ft available all the way from 1,200-5,000 rpm. Redline is 7,000 rpm. This is the same level of performance as the previous 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-6 but with the innovation of twin-scroll technology and the integration of Valvetronic, this new engine is even more fuel efficient.



http://www.thetorquereport.com/2011_bmw_335i_convertible.jpg
http://www.thetorquereport.com/2011_bmw_3series_coupe_2.jpg


The Current Twin-Turbo 335i:

Max. Power 306.2 PS (302.0 bhp) (225.2 kW)
@ 5800 rpm
Maximum torque 400.0 Nm (295 ft·lb) (40.8 kgm)
@ 1300-5000 rpm

[LanEvoMR]

pre-LCI looks better

[shenmecar]

all hail direct fuel injection!

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

prefer twin turbo

[Hondaracer]

dont like that new front bumper :/

[Supafly]

it looks like it has down syndrome.

[hk20000]

got a dumb face.

Also BMW is doing factory "single turbo mod" for you like Supras and Skylines. LOL.

[ivanz]

Nothing spectacular in terms of the engine or design. Why don't they just make a 3.5L block with DI only and avoid the turbo altogether? They could probably get 320+ HP with that alone...

[//RacingSpirit>>]

Nothing spectacular in terms of the engine or design. Why don't they just make a 3.5L block with DI only and avoid the turbo altogether? They could probably get 320+ HP with that alone...

Because they have to keep their engines fuel efficient, have lower emissions, and light.

[orange7]

Nothing spectacular in terms of the engine or design. Why don't they just make a 3.5L block with DI only and avoid the turbo altogether? They could probably get 320+ HP with that alone...

so ppl can say their cars have a turbo

[jeff_alexander]

Looks like a 6 series.

[Harvey Specter]

I hope the LED tails will fit on my e92 but the front bumper looks awful.

[?NR]

i wonder if it will as problematic like the current N54 twin turbo engines... hmmm..

[godwin]

Actually the twin scroll (which means basically 2 chambers on the boosted side of the turbo) is what is significant, it saves weight and improves spool up speed. Not to mention remove a few wastegates etc.

BTW It has always been a M54 3L block has never been a 3.5L block.

Nothing spectacular in terms of the engine or design. Why don't they just make a 3.5L block with DI only and avoid the turbo altogether? They could probably get 320+ HP with that alone...

[ivanz]

Well maybe weight is that important. However, it still is basically on par with the 2005 released Toyota 2GR-FSE in terms of power and fuel efficiency. However, that engine does not have a turbo and is plain DI.

2009 335i sedan: 11.9/7.7 according to http://www.bmw.ca/ca/en/newvehicles/3series/sedan/2008/allfacts/engine/technical_data.html

Subtract 1 L/100km according to http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/01/2011-bmw-3-series-coupe-and-convertible.html for the 2011 model.
= 10.9 / 6.7

A GS 350 with a bit more power and a bit less torque (2007+):
10.9/7.4 according to http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/experience/en/home/vehicles/specs/BE1KST2010/specs_features.jsp?model=BE1KST&year=2010

So I still stand by saying nothing spectacular, especially considering the stress the turbo adds on the engine (and squeezes out that extra MPG on the highway as a result). Now if it was a large jump in power and the same MPG I would agree it would be a good upgrade.

[impactX]

^
Maximum torque for BMW:
295 ft·lb @ 1300-5000 rpm

compared with Lexus'
274 ft·lb @ 3,600 rpm

[elkayem]

I saw this on e90 post and noticed the chrome pieces on the front lower grilles, looks familiar...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3161/2632233717_24af290087.jpg

Except it looks alot better on the TL.

[cococly]

I hope the LED tails will fit on my e92 but the front bumper looks awful.




http://www.thetorquereport.com/2011_bmw_3series_coupe.jpg

The front is kind of swollen because it has to meet the latest pedestrian safety regulations. It's affecting most new cars.

[Z3guy]

^ the angel eyes look much brighter though.....

[Harvey Specter]

The angel eyes are LEDs which is cool.

[!SG]

3.0L is the magic number for that size of car for insurance reasons in other countries.

the single turbo should bring more efficiency and bump fuel economy up.


ppl with supras switch to a single turbo setup because they are upgrading to a single way more efficient turbo. though in theory, a twin/sequential turbo setup is suppose to spool up better, but this is based on all turbo's being the same performance.




Nothing spectacular in terms of the engine or design. Why don't they just make a 3.5L block with DI only and avoid the turbo altogether? They could probably get 320+ HP with that alone...

[AVS_Racing]

looks boring

[hotong]

don't really like the front end.

[orange7]

I guess I am the only one who loves this thing, especially the badge! :haha:

[godwin]

No one saying it is spectacular, the N55 is an improvement over previous N54... Maximum torque at certain RPM is just one data point and honestly a rather useless comparison for real life usage. The torque curve is what has been improved here, where the twin scroll turbo shines. Along with manufacturing and cost efficiencies. Actually a better more useful comparison will be a topograph with all the gearing / shift points information for all the transmissions.

Notice that N55 is mated with the new DCT. Transmission and weight pays a large part of the fuel efficiency in the numbers you are quoting. If you want to skew the number further you can include cars like Evora which is much lighter than any cars Toyota makes.

As for the look, it is minor aerodynamic improvements (more closed vents to improve Cd). I think when the 3er came out it already conform to pedestrian safety (it was enacted in the EU around 04). Remember the 3er is already in its last few years, so it will look odd when it has bits of F01's design theme grafted on it.

Well maybe weight is that important. However, it still is basically on par with the 2005 released Toyota 2GR-FSE in terms of power and fuel efficiency. However, that engine does not have a turbo and is plain DI.

2009 335i sedan: 11.9/7.7 according to http://www.bmw.ca/ca/en/newvehicles/3series/sedan/2008/allfacts/engine/technical_data.html

Subtract 1 L/100km according to http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/01/2011-bmw-3-series-coupe-and-convertible.html for the 2011 model.
= 10.9 / 6.7

A GS 350 with a bit more power and a bit less torque (2007+):
10.9/7.4 according to http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/experience/en/home/vehicles/specs/BE1KST2010/specs_features.jsp?model=BE1KST&year=2010

So I still stand by saying nothing spectacular, especially considering the stress the turbo adds on the engine (and squeezes out that extra MPG on the highway as a result). Now if it was a large jump in power and the same MPG I would agree it would be a good upgrade.

[asian_XL]

BMW design....FAIL!

[too_slow]

Ouch...

The E46 330ci ZHP "LCI" coupe looked so much sexier than this...

[TomBox_N]

i like this new design. But wut's up witht he eyelids? Everything new Euro car has some sort of eyelid

[Z3guy]

I wonder if the E92/93 M3s will get the same treatment?....I am assuming rear and front lights will, but not the bumpers.....

[optiblue]

two is better than one....

old 1 > new 1

[q0192837465]

More importantly tho, have they fixed the HPFP problem?

[StylinRed]

2011 M-Sport package

http://images.thecarconnection.com/lrg/2011-bmw-3-series-m-sport-package_100304342_l.jpg

http://images.thecarconnection.com/lrg/2011-bmw-3-series-m-sport-package_100304343_l.jpg

[Harvey Specter]

M-Sport package is hot. I got the aerolip for my e92 because it was cheaper but I'm planning to upgrade to the M-Sport package this summer.

[TheStig]

Wow, the 2011 M-Sport package looks nice

[maxx]

waiting for the "IS" model!!!

[wstce92]

waiting for the "IS" model!!!

http://www.e90post.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=342536&stc=1&d=1263963987
http://www.e90post.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=342538&stc=1&d=1263964194

335is is HAWT. not much difference in terms of exterior compared to the m-sport: slightly revised front end, different rear diffuser, black grills and side mirrors. But still looks way better imo.
Pity it most likely won't come in manual; considering the manual has yet to be announced and the Z43.5is only comes in the DCT dual clutch tranny.

[Qmx323]

MMMMMHMMMM

beautiful piece of machinery here