Images: BMW F30 3-Series sedan (2012-15)
Released in February 2012, the BMW F30 3-Series was a compact executive sedan. Manufactured in Rosslyn, South Africa, the rear-wheel drive F30 3-Series sedan range initially consisted of the 320d, 328i and 335i models, followed by the 318d and 320i in May 2012 and the 316i in June 2013. Of these, the 318d and 320d were powered by 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engines, the 320i and 328i were powered by 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines and the 335i had a 3.0-litre turbocharged six cylinder engine…Read full BMW F30 3-Series Sedan review
Images: BMW F30.II 3-Series Sedan (2015-19)
Commencing production in July 2015 and officially released in Australia in October 2015, the BMW F30.II 3-Series sedan introduced updated styling, stiffer suspension, an upgraded interior and extended features. For Australia, the F30.II 3-Series range consisted of the 318i (powered by 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine), 320i, 320d, 330i and 340i. The BMW F30.II 3-Series could be identified by its new front apron which had broader side intakes and a ‘more intricate structure’ for the central air intake. The F30.II 3-Series also had new LED headlights – fitted as standard – with LED indicators positioned above them and new LED tail-lights. Inside, the F30.II 3-Series featured new surface materials, a new centre console with a sliding cover and additional chrome highlights for the controls, air vents and central control panel.
