2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe And Convertible Are Updated

The next generation of the BMW 3 Series is not so far, with the sedan is expected to debut later in 2011 as a 2012 model. However, Munich mark is not sitting on their hands as well - the current 3 Series coupe and convertible receive an update on smooth powertrains and updated in this spring for the 2011 model year. The most notable change immediately lighthouse groups to find a subtle redesign to go with a larger grille and redesigned front fascia below. In the rear, the taillights are the same shape, but the spotlight has been redesigned with a certain style of light-pipe in other recent Bimmers.

3-Series Convertible are now offered with xDrive all-wheel drive, when the 3 Series convertible gets new solar panels to reflect the leather seats that BMW claims will help keep the temperature down on the seat when the lid is open.

Updates the most significant coming under the hood, where the famous twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six will be replaced by a new single turbo version. The revised engine, dubbed the N55, was recently launched in the 740i and 535i Gran Turismo. The twin scroll turbo dual exhaust input pulses enabling engineers to better balance to come to turn the turbine faster. This should reduce the layers turbo, some motorists have complained about the twin turbo setup outgoing.

BMW also claims that reduced cold start emissions for routing all exhaust gas through one of the largest of a catalytic converter heats up more quickly. suction side of the gas is removed through the BMW system variable Valvetronic valve control. N55 can also direct injection. The end result is the same 300 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque than before, but the fatter torque curve that maintains its peak from 1.200 to 5.000 rpm.