Fans of the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo will be excited to know the model is back for 2017 with two new engines and fresh exterior enhancements that improve its overall appearance. Each of these updated features will present on the new model when it arrives at BMW of Springfield later this year.
If you were a fan of the 3 Series GT's power before, you're going to absolutely love it even more now. A new 330i model has replaced the 328i and it comes with a brand-new 2.0L turbocharged inline-four, delivering 252 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. The latest powerplant trumps the outgoing displacement, which only produced 240 horsepower and 255 lb.-ft. of torque.
In addition to the new 330i model, the 340i has replaced the 335i and it sports a new turbocharged six-cylinder, generating 326 horsepower and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. This engine also outperforms the previous 3.0L six-cylinder, which produced 300 horsepower and 300 lb.-ft. of torque. The new six-cylinder along with the inline-four are each paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and xDrive all-wheel drive.
When it comes to the exterior, the 2017 3 Series GT gets new daytime running lamps, fog lights, headlights and taillights. It also shows off a new rear bumper design and gets standard chrome trim, adding a bit more style to its appearance.
For more information about the new 2017 BMW 3 Series GT, check back on our blog in the future.
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