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Mint
a day 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
a day 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:
India Today
a day ago
- Automotive
- India Today
BMW's iconic 3 Series turns 50, limited editions mark the milestone
To mark the golden jubilee of the BMW 3 Series, BMW India has launched two highly exclusive models, the BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition and the BMW M340i '50 Jahre' Edition. Limited to just 50 units each, the special editions celebrate 50 years of one of the world's best-selling premium car with distinctive design, cutting-edge features and rare collectables. Both models are locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai and will be available exclusively through the BMW Online Shop. advertisementSpeaking 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."BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' EditionPriced at Rs 64 lakh (ex-showroom), the 330Li '50 Jahre' Edition offers a perfect blend of luxury and sportiness. It is available in three metallic finishes: Mineral White, Skyscraper Grey, and M Carbon Black. All variants come with Vernasca Cognac. Exclusive touches include laser-engraved '1/50' badging on the B-pillar, M High-Gloss Shadowline trim, black kidney grille, high-gloss diffuser and tailpipes, along with a carbon fibre interior. Inside, the sedan boasts a BMW Curved Display, a head-up display with 3D augmented navigation, adaptive LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, and BMW's latest iDrive with Operating System 8.5 and Intelligent Personal comes from a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 258bhp and 400nNm, sprinting from 0-100 kmph in 6.2 M340i '50 Jahre' EditionThe flagship M340i '50 Jahre' Edition, priced at Rs 76.90 lakh (ex-showroom), remains the fastest BMW ICE car built in India, capable of 0-100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds. Customers can choose from Dravit Grey, Black Sapphire, Fire Red Metallic, and Arctic Race Blue, with interiors finished in Black Vernasca leather with M the outside, the car features laser-engraved '1/50' badging, exclusive '50 Jahre' emblems and hubcaps, gloss black M badging, 19-inch Jet Black alloys in 995M styling, and red M Sport brake calipers. The cabin is equally performance-focused, with M sport seats, a carbon fibre trim, anthracite headliner, a steering wheel with red centre marker, and BMW's Curved Display running Operating System 8.5. Buyers also receive an M Performance Key Fob and a 1:18 scale model of the BMW 3.0 CSL as a commemorative collectable. Under the hood lies a 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine producing 374bhp and 500Nm, paired with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The M Sport differential, adaptive suspension, variable sport steering, and M Sport brakes ensure precision handling and thrilling dynamics, further amplified by the signature M Sport exhaust note.50 Years of the BMW 3 SeriesLaunched in 1975 as the successor to the BMW 02 Series, the BMW 3 Series has evolved into the world's top-selling premium car, spanning seven generations and becoming synonymous with sporty driving pleasure. Over five decades, it has set the benchmark in performance, technology, and design, embodying BMW's core the launch of the '50 Jahre' Editions in India, BMW pays tribute to this extraordinary legacy while offering enthusiasts a rare chance to own a piece of automotive to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
BMW 3 Series LWB, M340i '50 Jahre' editions launched in India: Limited to just 50 units!
To celebrate 50 years of the BMW 3 Series, BMW India has just launched special '50 Jahre' editions of the 3 Series Long Wheelbase and the M340i. Both models are produced locally at the company's plant in Chennai, with availability capped at just 50 units each of the 330Li and M340i. The limited-run models can be booked exclusively through BMW's online shop. Customers purchasing the BMW M340i '50 Jahre' Edition will also receive a 1:18 scale model of the iconic BMW 3.0 CSL. The BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition is priced at Rs 64 lakh, while the BMW M340i '50 Jahre' Edition is available at Rs 79.6 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). The BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition is offered in three colour options - Mineral White, Skyscraper Grey, and M Carbon Black and comes with Leather Vernasca Cognac, Black upholstery. The M340i '50 Jahre' Edition is offered in Dravit Grey, Black Sapphire, Fire Red Metallic, and Arctic Race Blue. Inside, it gets Leather Vernasca Black upholstery accented with exclusive M highlights. Tata Harrier EV Explained: Strong points, market data & more | TOI Auto by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with Honda Activa - Special Price Offer Honda Learn More Undo BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition Launched in India in 2021, the BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase '50 Jahre' Edition of the 330Li M Sport features cosmetic and equipment upgrades. On the exterior, the edition adopts the M High-Gloss Shadowline package, with the kidney grille, window surrounds, rear diffuser, and tailpipes finished in high-gloss black. Inside, it receives carbon-fibre trim, a BMW Head-up Display, and 3D Augmented View navigation. A laser-engraved artwork with a unique '1/50' badge on the B-pillar highlights its exclusivity. The front fascia retains BMW's hallmark kidney grille and twin circular headlights, complemented by Adaptive LED projectors with cornering functions. Moving inside, it features a 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display infotainment system, a 12.3-inch all-digital instrument cluster, tri-zone automatic climate control, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, wireless phone charging, digital key, electrically adjustable seats with extendable thigh support, a flat-bottomed M leather steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, and more. The BMW 330Li M Sport '50 Jahre' Edition continues to be powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 258 hp and 400 Nm of torque. It comes paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and the car sprints from 0–100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. BMW M340i '50 Jahre' Edition Launched back in 2021, the BMW M340i continues to hold its title as the fastest locally produced ICE car in India. It is also the country's highest-selling performance model, with over 1,000 units delivered to date. The new '50 Jahre' Edition brings exclusive design touches to both the exterior and interior. It gets a laser-engraved artwork with a '1/50' insignia on the B-pillar and the edition also carries '50 Jahre' emblems at the front and rear, bespoke hubcaps, and M and M340i badges finished in high-gloss black. Buyers will also receive a special M Performance key fob. Other exterior highlights include a wide stance, mesh-style black kidney grille, and Adaptive LED headlights with blue accents and M Lights Shadowline treatment, gloss black M-style mirror caps, a body-coloured rear spoiler, trapezoidal tailpipes, and an M aerodynamics package. On the sides, it gets 19-inch Jet Black alloy wheels in 995M design, with red M Sport brake callipers. Moving inside, it features sport seats upholstered in Black Vernasca leather with M highlights and a steering wheel with a red noon centre marker and paddle shifters. Other interior highlights include carbon-fibre trim, an anthracite headliner, and M High-Gloss Shadowline elements. Features-wise wise it gets a 14.9-inch curved central display, a 12.3-inch digital driver display, a BMW Head-up Display, ambient lighting, three-zone automatic climate control, front and rear parking sensors, 464 Watts Harman Kardon sound system and more. It continues to get a 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six, petrol engine which puts out 374bhp of power and 500Nm, it comes paired with an 8-speed gearbox which sends power to all four wheels. It has claimed a 0-100kmph time is 4.4 seconds, making it the quickest BMW to be produced in the country and the quickest ICE-powered car to be built in India. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
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.
