Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 3
Power
170HP
Torque
210Nm
Consumption
6.8l/100
Emissions
159g/km
0-100 km/h
8.8s
Top Speed
228km/h
Weight
1465kg
Price
38,959€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
RWD
4 / 2 doors
440 L
63 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 320i Coupé Aut. · 170 CV (2010)
General description
The BMW 320i Coupé of the E92 generation is much more than a car; it's a statement of principles. It represents the essence of BMW in its purest form: a timeless design that captivates, a chassis tuned for driving pleasure, and an engine that, without being the most powerful, sings with a melody that connects you directly to the asphalt. It's the perfect balance between everyday elegance and the sportiness to escape the routine.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, every curve becomes an invitation. The rear-wheel drive pushes you gracefully out of turns, while the precise steering allows you to draw the line with absolute confidence. The 170 hp naturally aspirated engine revs with linear joy and an intoxicating sound, especially in the upper range of the rev counter. Although the 6-speed automatic gearbox lacks the immediacy of modern ones, it performs smoothly and allows you to focus on the mechanical symphony and the constant dialogue between the car and the road.
Design and aesthetics
Its silhouette is a work of art on wheels. The long hood, set-back cabin, and gentle roofline create a classic proportion that still turns heads. There are no superfluous lines, only a muscular tension that flows from the 'angel eye' headlights to the wide, well-planted rear. Inside, you are embraced by a driver-oriented cockpit, with high-quality materials and studied ergonomics so that everything is right where you expect it. It's a space that makes you feel special even before starting the engine.
Technology and features
In its time, this 3 Series offered technology focused on enhancing the driving experience. The direct-injection engine was a breakthrough in efficiency and response, while the chassis, with its multi-link rear suspension, was a benchmark in dynamic behavior. The iDrive infotainment system, although it may seem simple today, centralized the vehicle's functions in an innovative way for its time, proving that technology should serve the driver, not the other way around.
Competition
In the exclusive club of premium coupés, it had to compete against high-caliber adversaries. The Audi A5 played the card of avant-garde design and the security of its front-wheel or quattro all-wheel drive. On the other hand, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé (successor to the CLK) offered a more comfort and luxury-oriented approach, being a magnificent grand tourer. Against them, the BMW stood as the purist's choice, the car for those who prioritized sensations and the connection with driving above all else.
Conclusion
The BMW 320i Coupé is not a car chosen with the head, but with the heart. It is a machine that rewards the enthusiastic driver, a style icon that has aged with exceptional grace. It represents an era when engineering focused on creating an authentic and exciting driving experience. Today, it is a future classic that continues to offer doses of pure happiness to those who have the privilege of driving it.