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Mint
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Only 50 units each: BMW 330Li M Sport and M340i ‘50 Jahre' Editions debut in India
BMW India has rolled out special '50 Jahre' Editions of its 3 Series to mark 50 years of the model in global markets. The commemorative versions are based on the BMW 330Li M Sport and BMW M340i, with only 50 units of each to be offered in the country. Both are locally assembled at the BMW Group Plant in Chennai and will be retailed exclusively through the brand's official website. The 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition is priced at ₹ 64 lakh, while the M340i '50 Jahre' Edition carries a tag of ₹ 76.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The 3 Series, first introduced in 1975 as a successor to the BMW 02 Series, has evolved through seven generations. Over the years, it has been offered in multiple body styles including four-door saloons, convertibles, coupés and hatchbacks. The nameplate also spawned the M3, which began life as a homologation special on the second-generation E30 platform. For the Indian market, the 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition receives exterior enhancements such as the M High-Gloss Shadowline package, gloss black details on the grille, diffuser and exhaust tips, along with a laser-engraved '1/50' badge on the B-pillar. Paint choices include Mineral White, Skyscraper Grey and M Carbon Black. Inside, the car features carbon fibre trim, Vernasca Cognac leather upholstery, a head-up display with augmented reality navigation, and a curved digital display. Power comes from a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol unit producing 258 bhp and 400 Nm, enabling 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The M340i '50 Jahre' Edition, meanwhile, is fitted with 19-inch Jet Black alloy wheels, red M Sport brake callipers, high-gloss black badging and '50 Jahre' emblems front and rear. The B-pillar carries an engraved '1/50' insignia, while colour options include Dravit Grey, Black Sapphire, Fire Red Metallic and Arctic Race Blue. The cabin is finished in Vernasca leather with M highlights and carbon fibre trim, alongside the brand's Operating System 8.5. Buyers will also receive a 1:18 scale model of the BMW 3.0 CSL and an M Performance key fob as part of the package. The performance variant continues with the 3.0-litre straight-six turbo petrol engine, producing 374 hp and 500 Nm, paired to BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, retaining its position as the quickest BMW built in India.
Hindustan Times
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
BMW 3 Series marks 50 years with limited-run special editions launched in India
The BMW 3 Series is the brand's best-selling model worldwide and has completed 50 years in the global market since its debut in 1975. To commemorate the milestone, BMW India has launched special '50 Jahre" Editions of the BMW 330Li M Sport and BMW M340i , the two versions of the D-segment sedan on our shores. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, both models will be limited to 50 units each and made available exclusively via the company's official website. Prices are set at ₹64 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition and ₹76.90 lakh (ex-showroom) for the M340i '50 Jahre' Edition. The 3 Series was launched in 1975 as a successor to the BMW 02 Series, and it is now in its 7th generation. While the first-gen model (E21) was exclusively available as a 2-door sedan, the range has since expanded to include 4-door, convertible, coupe, and even hatchback body styles. The first BMW M3 debuted on the second-gen E30 platform, the iconic E30 M3, as a homologation special for entering motorsports. That car won the 24 Hours of Nürburgring five times and the Spa 24 Hours four times, while competing against cars with considerably larger or turbocharged engines. Also check these Cars Find more Cars BMW 3 Series LWB 1998 cc 1998 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 62 Lakhs Compare View Offers BMW M340i 2998 cc 2998 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 74.90 Lakhs Compare View Offers BMW 5 Series 1998 cc 1998 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 74.40 Lakhs Compare View Offers Audi A6 1984 cc 1984 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 65.72 Lakhs Compare View Offers UPCOMING Skoda Superb 2025 1998 cc 1998 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 55 - 60 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched Audi A4 1984 cc 1984 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 47.93 Lakhs Compare View Offers Commenting on the occasion, Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, 'For five decades and across seven generations, the BMW 3 Series has stood as the undisputed benchmark for driving pleasure, a true pioneer that created a new vehicle category and continues to be the best-selling premium automobile worldwide. The '50 Jahre' Limited Editions of the BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase and BMW M340i are our tribute to this heritage. They are an ode to the unmistakable design, dynamic performance, and perfect balance of everyday practicality with cutting-edge technology that have made the 3 an icon for driving enthusiasts. It's a celebration of the journey so far and a promise of many more thrilling chapters to come." Also Read : BMW working on new off-roader to rival G-Class, Defender as a successor to XM BMW 330Li M Sport 50 Jahre Edition: What's new? The BMW 330Li M Sport 50 Jahre Edition features exterior elements finished in gloss black and a carbon fibre trim for the interior Both special edition models come with a number of cosmetic and functional updates without carrying any mechanical changes. The BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition features the M High-Gloss Shadowline package, which brings a gloss black finish to the kidney grille, window surrounds, rear diffuser and tailpipes. This model further gets a laser-engraved '1/50" badging on the B-pillar to denote its exclusivity. Colour options include Mineral White, Skyscraper Grey and M Carbon Black. On the inside, the 3 Series LWB features a carbon fibre trim and is upholstered in Vernasca Cognac leather. It is further equipped with features such as the BMW Head-Up Display with 3D Augmented View navigation and the widescreen curved display alongside creature comforts such as electrically adjustable Comfort Seats with extendable thigh support. The BMW 3 Series LWB gets its power from the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder twin-turbo petrol engine that makes 258 bhp and 400 Nm of torque. With this, the car can sprint from a standstill to 100 kmph in 6.2 seconds. Suggested watch: Made in India BMW M340i xDrive: First Drive Review BMW M340i 50 Jahre Edition: Key highlights The BMW M340i is the quickest model from the brand to be produced in India The BMW M340i 50 Jahre Edition comes riding on exclusive 19-inch Jet Black alloy wheels with red M Sport brake calipers. It sports high-gloss black badging and '50 Jahre" emblems on the front and rear, as well as special '50 Jahre' hubcaps. The car further features an intricate, laser-engraved '1/50" artwork on the B-pillar, marking its exclusivity. Colour options for the model include Dravit Grey, Black Sapphire, Fire Red Metallic and Arctic Race Blue. The interior features Leather Vernasca upholstery with M highlights, sport seats, carbon fibre trim, and a BMW Curved Display with Operating System 8.5. Buyers of the M340i '50 Jahre' Edition will also receive a 1:18 scale model of the BMW 3.0 CSL as a commemorative gesture, alongside an M Performance Key Fob. With its 3.0-litre straight-six turbo-petrol engine, the M340i continues to be the fastest BMW made in India. This motor puts out 374 hp and 500 Nm, and paired with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system, it goes from 0–100 kmph in 4.4 seconds. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
BMW India launches limited ‘50 Jahre' editions of 3 Series starting at ₹64 lakh
Only 50 units of each edition-- BMW 330Li M Sport and BMW M340i--will be available, produced locally at BMW Group Plant Chennai and sold exclusively through the BMW Online Shop. BMW India on Monday introduced special '50 Jahre' Editions of the BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase (330Li M Sport) and BMW M340i to mark the model's 50th anniversary. Only 50 units of each edition will be available, produced locally at BMW Group Plant Chennai. They will be sold exclusively through the BMW Online Shop. The BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition is priced at ₹64 lakh (ex-showroom), while the BMW M340i '50 Jahre' Edition costs ₹76.9 lakh. Both variants feature exclusive design cues, limited '1/50' laser-engraved badging, and performance enhancements. The 330Li edition comes with M High Gloss Shadowline, carbon fibre trim, a panoramic sunroof, and a 258 hp 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine capable of 0-100 kmph in 6.2 seconds. The M340i edition delivers 374 hp and 500 Nm torque from its 3.0-litre straight-six engine, sprinting 0-100 kmph in 4.4 seconds, according to the company's statement. BMW India President & CEO Vikram Pawah said: 'They are an ode to the unmistakable design, dynamic performance, and perfect balance of practicality and technology that have made the 3 an icon." Customers of the M340i edition will also receive a 1:18 scale model of the BMW 3.0 CSL as part of the anniversary gesture.
