[C4talyst]

I apologize if this is a repost, I searched and did not see it. The following information is taken from:

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/s...-bmw-3-series/

Preview: Next-gen BMW 3-series
Posted on Wednesday 4 July 2007

The current E90 BMW 3-series has only been on the market since 2005 but details about the next-gen model are already circulating with most agreeing that the next model will feature styling lifted from the Concept CS. Due in 2012, the next BMW 3-series will be the first of a family of BMW cars with a more recognizable face derived from the original styling of the Shanghai concept.



With the new 3-series, designers will attempt to address criticisms of the current car’s awkward styling and lack of interior space. These renderings, compiled using information from sources close to the project show that the new car will have a pronounced kidney-grille with the air-intakes positioned on either side of the bumper just below the headlights.

The bonnet will sit much higher than on the current model to improve pedestrian safety, while the sides will be marked with a prominent character line and high beltline. Proportions will remain much the same as the current model but weight will be reduced thanks to the increased use of aluminum in its construction.

New options for the 2012 3-series will include hybrid variants as well as the latest version of BMW’s Efficient Dynamics. The X-Drive AWD system is likely to gain favour thanks to a redesign of the system to reduce weight, which will only increase fuel consumption by 0.5L per 100km over RWD models. Other features that may make it to production include night-vision devices, a heads-up display and radar safety systems. Full images after the jump.

[toofasttooslow]

Congratulations BMW, you've just managed to re-invent the Dodge Stratus...

[C4talyst]

Oh no you did-ihhh...lol, I think it's dead sexy...

[RANJHA]

ewe

[RANJHA]

not feelin it

[RANJHA]

especially da front??

[flipmde786]

Trying to fix awkward styling? That front looks pretty awkward to me. Can live with the back though.

[matt_435xi]

nice, wonder how the interior will evolve! :rocks:

[btinl]

Reminds me of a boar's head.

[Revlis]

No way BMW is going to Uglify the 3-Series like that. Front end looks as blockish as the new C-class. The C-Classes miserable sales over the next few years will most likely make BMW reconsider if this is in a face a choice.

Besides, looks like a warmed over Merc anyway...

[karan230]

that thing looks massive...

actually i wouldn't be surprised if the next 3er looks like that...i mean, take a look at the 8-series concept.

http://www.leftlanenews.com/bmw-cs-concept.html

[nusevad]

Im not liking how BMW is making the kidney grills that big, looks like a Dodge Charger from the front.

[Revlis]

Would be a crying shame if the E46 WAS the Pinnacle of 3-series design...

[EmPower]

<yawn> another photoshop <yawn>

Originally Posted by C4talyst

I apologize if this is a repost, I searched and did not see it. The following information is taken from:

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/s...-bmw-3-series/

Preview: Next-gen BMW 3-series
Posted on Wednesday 4 July 2007

The current E90 BMW 3-series has only been on the market since 2005 but details about the next-gen model are already circulating with most agreeing that the next model will feature styling lifted from the Concept CS. Due in 2012, the next BMW 3-series will be the first of a family of BMW cars with a more recognizable face derived from the original styling of the Shanghai concept.



With the new 3-series, designers will attempt to address criticisms of the current car’s awkward styling and lack of interior space. These renderings, compiled using information from sources close to the project show that the new car will have a pronounced kidney-grille with the air-intakes positioned on either side of the bumper just below the headlights.

The bonnet will sit much higher than on the current model to improve pedestrian safety, while the sides will be marked with a prominent character line and high beltline. Proportions will remain much the same as the current model but weight will be reduced thanks to the increased use of aluminum in its construction.

New options for the 2012 3-series will include hybrid variants as well as the latest version of BMW’s Efficient Dynamics. The X-Drive AWD system is likely to gain favour thanks to a redesign of the system to reduce weight, which will only increase fuel consumption by 0.5L per 100km over RWD models. Other features that may make it to production include night-vision devices, a heads-up display and radar safety systems. Full images after the jump.

[533ogetnom]

when are people going to learn these are NOT BMW photos they are creations by magazines of what they THINK the next model will look like based off the redesign of other models and they are

ALWAYS


wrong

[LEDZEP]

Looks like a variant of the CS concept. It probably is, and just someone's photoshop rendering and speculation.

[!Xoible]

once again

[nyc335i]

reminds me of a masarati

[Dann902]

The kidney grille is a little too big for my tastes.

[BMW F22]

isnt that supposed to be the 8 series or something like that??

[!Xoible]

i love it. BUT WHAT THE F*** IS WITH THE EXHAUST TIPS AND REAR BUMPER???!!!!!!
never occurred to ANYONE in germany that they forgot to design those tips!!

[!Xoible]

Originally Posted by BMWE90

isnt that supposed to be the 8 series or something like that??

oh no, i know which one you're talking about. the one that was on bmwusa site a few weeks ago. that looked similar but still not the same car