BMW 6 Series
The BMW 6 Series is available in coupe or convertible body. Both versions measuring 4.82 m long and have four seats with 2 +2 configuration, namely the rear are very small.
BMW 6 Series
The BMW 6 Series is not a sport in the strict sense, but a luxury car fast, secure and stable road fast. For stability, performance, comfort and noise, it seems to us a successful model for such travel by road, is a high speed or not.
BMW 6 Series
Dynamically is not equivalent to a saloon, in fact, their reactions are different from those of a Series 5 (which is derived). Nor is a sports quick reactions, nimble touch, uncomfortable suspension and engine noise.
BMW 6 Series
Although there are four seats, the practical usefulness of the rear seats is limited because they lack height and space for the legs. Moreover, a car is very functional: maneuver very well, has a good boot, no major shortcomings in equipment and optional series has interesting elements. The Cabrio has a hood flexible, with the interesting quality that is not attached to the rear window, which is independent and can be downloaded as a window and climbing.
BMW 6 Series
The operation of folding or deploy the hood takes 25 s and can be done until a speed of 30 km / h. The hood and crystals can be manipulated with the remote control. When folded, canopy disappears completely under a rigid deck and stored in a box inside the boot.
BMW 6 Series
There are three versions of the new BMW 6 Series: two petrol (630i and 650i, with manual or automatic six gears) and diesel (635d, with only automatic change).
BMW 6 Series
The BMW 6 Series 630i carries a gasoline engine six-cylinder in line, with 3.0 litre engine capacity and admission and distribution variables. It is a variant of the previous engine, but now has direct injection. It reaches a maximum power of 272 hp (14 hp more than before).
BMW 6 Series Interior
BMW 6 Series
With the new engine, the benefits have improved slightly. What has improved in a manner that is outstanding gasoline consumption: manual version now consumes 12 percent less, while the version with automatic change consumption has a 19 percent lower.
BMW 6 Series Engine
BMW 6 Series
The engine version of the BMW 6 Series 650i remains unchanged: a 4.8 litre V8 with cylinder capacity, indirect injection and variable distribution "Valvetronic". It has a maximum power of 367 hp. Now, this version has consumption and a performance slightly better.
BMW 6 Series
With the automatic transmission speeds of six, the BMW 6 Series 650i coupe is a very pleasant to drive, fast and relatively inexpensive consumer products. For fast carts can go as well as a good saloon.
BMW 6 Series
The new diesel engine six-cylinder 286 hp system has a dual turbo series (instead of in parallel, as the 2.2 HDi Citroen and Peugeot). The BMW system is BorgWarner and premiered on the 535d (proof of this model).
BMW 6 Series
The new BMW 6 Series 635d Coupe has a top speed limited to 250 mph, accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 6.3 s and has an average consumption outstanding: only 6.9 l per 100 km.
BMW 6 Series
The BMW 6 Series Cabrio has some benefits and consumption slightly worse, mainly because it weighs 210 kg more than the Coupe. This difference in weight is mainly due to the reinforcement of the chassis needed by the convertible, the hood (and devices) and security systems in case of overturning.
BMW 6 Series
The shift six-speed automatic that can carry all versions (optionally in the petrol and diesel in the series) is new. It's the same 3 Series and 5 Series, and stands out for its smooth functioning.
BMW 6 Series
The driver can select a program that tends to keep the engine in a regime which gives more acceleration, or select the gears manually using the lever or controls on the steering wheel. Although these two resources can be useful in some circumstances, the operation of change is usually so good that makes them unnecessary. In addition, the new BMW 6 Series has some technical solutions to reduce consumption and CO2 emissions .
BMW 6 Series
Among the items of equipment that has serial are: six airbags, air conditioning, dual-xenon headlights, automatic lights, radio with CD player, remote control acoustic parking, alloy wheels (17 "in 630i and 18 "in the rest) and tyres Run Flat '(which can shoot without air for some distance and low speed).
BMW 6 Series
As the driver aids integrated into the control of stability has anti-lock brakes, cornering brake control, traction control (speaking on the brakes and the engine if there is a risk of slipping into excessive traction) control and restraint (which accelerates the engine if the retention can cause excessive slippage).
BMW 6 Series
Now you can carry speed control active role braking and warning of involuntary change lanes (through a vibration in the steering wheel).
You can also have night vision (comment on this device), adaptive headlights, system management functions' iDrive 'Bluetooth connection to mobile phone, access and keyless start, navigator with maps on DVD, TV tuner and alloy wheels up to 19 ".
BMW 5 Series Touring
BMW 5 Series Touring
The BMW 5 Series Touring is available with nine engines (you can not have 306-hp V8 that has the 540i sedan) coupled to a gearbox manual or automatic (two types). Versions 530xi, 525xi and 530xd have the drive system xDrive total .
BMW 5 Series Touring
BMW 5 Series Touring is a car with a good compromise between comfort and stability with the serial configuration. Alternatively, there is a sport suspension and various measures of rim and tire that give it a touch more sports but harm the comfort (driving impressions of the saloon).
BMW 5 Series Touring
Some engines remain unchanged from the previous 5 Series (eight cylinders that has the 550i and the M5's V10), others have major technical amendments (the six-cylinder gasoline). In some cases ("530i", "523i" and all except the less powerful Diesel) give greater power.
BMW 5 Series Touring
BMW 5 Series Touring employs some systems in order to achieve a reduction in consumption in the engines of 6 or 8 cylinders.
BMW 5 Series Touring
In addition to the manual six relationships that bring all versions of the series (except the 535d), two changes are available automatic different. Both are of hydraulic torque converter and six marches, but a box is faster than the other.
BMW 5 Series Touring
Among the elements of hardware that may have, and that was not the last, are night vision, with a range of up to 300 metres (whose camera is in the bumpers, an improved with iDrive eight programmable buttons, browser with orders by voice recognition (optional with the browser "Professional"), auxiliary and USB connection to play music, or a device warning of involuntary lane-changing ( "LDW").
BMW 5 Series Touring Interior
BMW 5 Series Touring
The latter system alerts the driver through a vibration in the steering wheel that is leaving the lane (unless it enabled the corresponding intermittent). A camera installed on the windshield, at the height of interior mirror, recognizes the lines of the road. It operates at a speed exceeding 70 km / h.
BMW 5 Series Touring
You can keep a programmer-speed braking function or one asset. The latter, only with the automatic change, operates from 0 to 180 km / h. In addition to maintaining the distance (there are four levels to choose) with the vehicle in front, has a role "Stop & Go" to stop the march and restart automatically.
BMW 5 Series Touring
It has an important functional difference compared to the same system that uses Mercedes-Benz: the BMW 5 Series Touring is not doing anything necessary to restart the march if the car has been arrested less than three seconds.
BMW M5
The BMW M5 is the most powerful and sporting variant of the BMW 5 Series. It has a V10 engine with 507 hp power. There are many models the size of the BMW M5 having an engine this power.
BMW M5
In Europe there are two models for sale: the Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG and Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG. They are more powerful, faster and consume slightly less, but are priced ten percent higher.
BMW M5
Take a naturally aspirated engine of gasoline with ten cylinders in V to 90 degrees. It reaches maximum power of 507 hp at 7,750 rpm and maximum torque of 520 Nm at 6,100 rpm. Have variable distribution in the intake camshafts and the exhaust (bi-van), but no distribution Valvetronic.
BMW M5
With this engine, the BMW M5 accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 4.7 s (0.1 plus Touring s) and has an average consumption of 14.8 l per 100 km (Touring version, 0.2 l ). The maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km / h.
BMW M5
Although the technical characteristics BMW M5 announce 250 mph, the maximum speed is something more real. The maximum speed you get when you press a button so that the maximum output reaches 507 hp; for normal use, you can opt to move with a maximum output reduced to 400 hp.
BMW M5
The shifter (SMG III) is seven-speed automatic. The driver can choose between eleven programs operating (Drivelogic) that are distinguished because they change more or less quickly and rush more or less the marches.
BMW M5
Six of these programs are available if you select the manual-handling by cams on the steering wheel-and five if you select the automatic.
BMW M5 Interior
BMW M5
As in the MGA II, there is a procedure ( "Launch Control") for maximum acceleration in a booted without the wheels skid. It has a variable differential lock, according to BMW, "offers a high level of stability and traction, especially accelerating the departure of fast curves.
BMW M5 Engine
BMW M5
There is a button on the steering wheel that allows what is called BMW 'MDrive. When pressed, can change (in terms of programming chosen by the driver)'s response to each engine throttle movement, change, the hardness of the buffer, operation stability control (DSC), the power level (400 or 507 hp) and the support they give cushions side of the seats (if they are adjustable).
BMW M5
The "MDrive" also modifies the information projected on the windshield: under normal conditions appears data speed, speed control, messages from the check-control and navigation system. Pressing the MDrive, only shows the engine speed and speed, this will blink when the time comes to change its motion.
BMW M5
Externally, the BMW M5 is unlike other versions of the Series 5 by the bumper, side skirts and, like the M3, a few gratings in front fin to encourage ventilation vain engine. It also has some distinct design mirrors, quad exhaust outlet tires and 19 ".
BMW M5
After driving for about 200 km, the feeling is that the BMW M5 is a car capable of going fast in all areas and also transported the driver and passengers very gently, without effort on the part of the driver. When driving slowly, a city at low revolutions, any passenger who is not fixed in detail, would only signs of his potential by the noise of the engine, which is not annoying.
BMW M5
The suspension at its softest position is comfortable. The engine does not transmit vibrations and allows be conducted within the 1,500 rpm with great smoothness.
BMW M5
Among the items of equipment that has serial are: six air bags, stability control (DSC), leather upholstery, M sports front seats and heated with electricity regulation, climate control, control of the cruising speed, variable damping hardness ( EDC), xenon headlamps with self-adaptive headlamps, radio with CD player and alloy wheels M-19 inches.
BMW M5
Alternatively, it may have rear side airbags, heated rear seats, full leather upholstery, "Head up Display 'interior mirror with automatic anti-glare, sliding roof, and browser and Bluetooth connectivity for the mobile phone, among other things.
BMW M5
The BMW M5 can not lead, for the moment, many elements of hardware that it may have other versions of the Series 5. You can not have night vision (in other versions have a range of up to 300 m), an improved iDrive with eight programmable buttons, auxiliary and USB connection to external sources of sound or a warning of involuntary change lanes ( "LDW" ).
BMW M3 Convertible
The BMW M3 Convertible has a retractable hardtop. The engine (420 hp V8), transmission and other mechanical elements are the same as in the M3 coupe or sedan with bodywork.
BMW M3 Convertible
There is a big difference in weight between the coupe (which has a roof of carbon fiber) and this convertible. The retractable hardtop, the mechanisms that move and reinforcements needed in the structure of the car cause the weight of BMW M3 Convertible reaches 1,885 kg, 230 more than the coupe.
BMW M3 Convertible
Due to this increase in weight and that of the aerodynamic drag it might have, benefits and consumption of convertible differ from those of the coupe. The only thing that remains unchanged is the maximum speed, which is limited to 250 km / h in both cases.
BMW M3 Convertible
There are not many convertibles four places in this power level. The BMW 650i and Jaguar XKR Convertible are convertibles luxury, more costly and less cumbersome. The Audi RS4 is closer to that effect in this version of BMW M3 Convertible.
BMW M3 Convertible
Like the other versions of Series 3, BMW M3 Convertible has a retractable hardtop in three pieces; it takes 22 s to open. Its operation is completely automatic and electricity has no additional closure that has to manage manually. In addition, the roof can be manipulated from the remote control.
BMW M3 Convertible
The engine of BMW M3 Convertible is atmospheric, eight cylinders in V, 4.0 litre engine capacity and 420 hp. From what we've seen in the coupe version, is an engine that requires quick turn carry over 6,000 rpm to give the response is expected of a car of this power.
BMW M3 Convertible Interior
BMW M3 Convertible
Despite this, we can move in a jam at 1,000 rpm in second gear without giving hitches or make strange noises. Its consumption is high.
BMW M3 Convertible
The gearbox is a six-speed manual. The developments of transmission are the same as in the coupe. It may be the new automatic gearbox Drive logic seven speeds, increasing the acceleration and reduces consumption.
BMW M3 Convertible Engine
BMW M3 Convertible
It is a box with pairs of gears; three axles and dual clutch, operating similar to Volkswagen's DSG (soon expand the information on this box).
BMW M3 Convertible
As in the coupe, there are several optional elements that affect driving. The M Drive allows varying the throttle response and the degree of assistance from the leadership. If the car carries the option of variable damping (EDC), also can be changed with the M Drive.
BMW M3 Convertible
The stability control (DSC) can be switched off completely or partially in a manner that does not preclude a certain slippage before being put into operation.
BMW M3
BMW M3
This is the fourth generation BMW M3, the first appeared in 1986 and the second time that BMW M3 has a body with four doors (the first was the E36 1995).
BMW M3
If you appreciate his qualities as sports and at the same time, a car for use on a daily basis, is one of the best: it is exceptionally fast without being uncomfortable.
BMW M3
In fact, the BMW M3 comes with greater smoothness to the occupants that the 335i Coupe that we tested in its day (more in the range 3 Series Coupe), which also had the tires of 19 "optional assembled BMW M3 of this test.
BMW M3
This greater comfort is due, at least in part to the suspension with damping optional variable that can have the BMW M3 and carrying our unit tests. We have not had the opportunity to test a BMW M3 with the normal suspension.
BMW M3
An M6 is equally comfortable and faster, but does not have the agility of BMW M3 as well as being more expensive. An Audi R8 can provide the same sensations as sports but is more cumbersome, less expensive and more practical.
BMW M3 Interior
BMW M3
Any coupe or convertible Porsche, at least until the emergence of PanAmericas, is exceptional as sports but does not provide the same comfort level of BMW M3, a 911 Carrera S (355 hp) has some benefits similar to BMW M3 but requires greater skill by Part of the driver in certain situations, for example by slowing down sharply with the car supported, moreover, is much more expensive.
BMW M3 Engine
BMW M3
The BMW M3 is an engine of atmospheric eight cylinders in V, 4.0 litre engine capacities and 420 hp. It is an engine that requires quick turn carry over 6,000 rpm to give the response is expected of a car of this power. Despite this, we can move in a jam at 1,000 rpm in second gear without giving hitches or make strange noises. Its consumption is high (more on driving impressions)
BMW M3
The BMW M3 limousine is approved for five seats, instead of four seats BMW M3 Coupe. The saloon version is heavier (1,680 kg, instead of 1,655 kg). Therefore, their ability to acceleration is somewhat lower speeds up to 100 km / h in 4.9 s, instead of 4.8 s it takes for the Coupe (according to data from BMW).
BMW M3
Part of this difference in weight is due to the number of doors because the roof is not made from carbon-fibre. Consumption approved is the same in both versions; also developments are identical transmission and brakes. The BMW M3 limousine has a trunk volume of something larger than the Coupe and in both cases the backs of the rear seats are folding. The carrier BMW M3 Coupe is very similar to any other 3 Series Coupe (more on impressions of the interior).
BMW M3
In the body of BMW M3 there are some changes, some of them for aesthetic purposes and other, mostly functional (more information at the point of technical information). Among those changes there are some mirrors of two branches: the superior is not going to the bodywork and united in our unit, was not perfectly aligned .
BMW M3
In addition to the colors of paint available in the 3 Series Coupe, there are some unique versions of M. Among the versions of the BMW M3 Coupe and 4p, there are differences in how the gills of the front wings, plus many others from the middle of the body backward.
BMW M3
BMW M3
This is the fourth generation BMW M3, the first appeared in 1986 and the second time that BMW M3 has a body with four doors (the first was the E36 1995).
BMW M3
If you appreciate his qualities as sports and at the same time, a car for use on a daily basis, is one of the best: it is exceptionally fast without being uncomfortable.
BMW M3
In fact, the BMW M3 comes with greater smoothness to the occupants that the 335i Coupe that we tested in its day (more in the range 3 Series Coupe), which also had the tires of 19 "optional assembled BMW M3 of this test.
BMW M3
This greater comfort is due, at least in part to the suspension with damping optional variable that can have the BMW M3 and carrying our unit tests. We have not had the opportunity to test a BMW M3 with the normal suspension.
BMW M3
An M6 is equally comfortable and faster, but does not have the agility of BMW M3 as well as being more expensive. An Audi R8 can provide the same sensations as sports but is more cumbersome, less expensive and more practical.
BMW M3 Interior
BMW M3
Any coupe or convertible Porsche, at least until the emergence of PanAmericas, is exceptional as sports but does not provide the same comfort level of BMW M3, a 911 Carrera S (355 hp) has some benefits similar to BMW M3 but requires greater skill by Part of the driver in certain situations, for example by slowing down sharply with the car supported, moreover, is much more expensive.
BMW M3 Engine
BMW M3
The BMW M3 is an engine of atmospheric eight cylinders in V, 4.0 litre engine capacities and 420 hp. It is an engine that requires quick turn carry over 6,000 rpm to give the response is expected of a car of this power. Despite this, we can move in a jam at 1,000 rpm in second gear without giving hitches or make strange noises. Its consumption is high (more on driving impressions)
BMW M3
The BMW M3 limousine is approved for five seats, instead of four seats BMW M3 Coupe. The saloon version is heavier (1,680 kg, instead of 1,655 kg). Therefore, their ability to acceleration is somewhat lower speeds up to 100 km / h in 4.9 s, instead of 4.8 s it takes for the Coupe (according to data from BMW).
BMW M3
Part of this difference in weight is due to the number of doors because the roof is not made from carbon-fibre. Consumption approved is the same in both versions; also developments are identical transmission and brakes. The BMW M3 limousine has a trunk volume of something larger than the Coupe and in both cases the backs of the rear seats are folding. The carrier BMW M3 Coupe is very similar to any other 3 Series Coupe (more on impressions of the interior).
BMW M3
In the body of BMW M3 there are some changes, some of them for aesthetic purposes and other, mostly functional (more information at the point of technical information). Among those changes there are some mirrors of two branches: the superior is not going to the bodywork and united in our unit, was not perfectly aligned .
BMW M3
In addition to the colors of paint available in the 3 Series Coupe, there are some unique versions of M. Among the versions of the BMW M3 Coupe and 4p, there are differences in how the gills of the front wings, plus many others from the middle of the body backward.
BMW 3 Series Touring
The version of the BMW 3 Series Coupe is available with a range of three petrol engines and two diesel, all six cylinders. They are also available with the drive system xDrive total versions 325xi, 330xi and 330xd, versions with four-cylinder engine, the 320i and 320d.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
BMW unveiled a new range of engines in the 3 Series convertible , which later will also be available in the BMW 3 Series Coupe.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
While the BMW 3 Series Coupe is more expensive than other coupes, for the quality of finishing that has and, in general, so it is gratifying to lead, we feel that their relationship between price and value is better than the others that cost less.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The version we tested is the 335i, with a turbocharged engine of 3.0 litre engine capacity and 306 hp (technical information of this engine). It is an exceptional engine, which gives the 335i superior performance to those of other models of higher power (including the previous M3, 343 hp) with a relatively low consumption.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
With this engine, the 335i accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 5.5 s and has an average consumption of 9.5 litres/100 km. The acceleration is better than the other four seats coupes and consumption is very good (comparison chart), as in the other versions, the maximum speed is limited to 250 km / h.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
But to be good, what is most impressive is not their performance, but the smooth and forceful response that is within a margin regime extraordinarily broad. This engine gives the best of 3.0 litres of petrol atmospheric and turbocharged diesel.
BMW 3 Series Coupe Interior
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The 330i BMW 3 Series Coupe has a 3.0 litre engine cylinder capacity similar to other recent models from BMW, but with more power. The 330i can accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 6.1 s and consumes 8.8 litres/100 km. It also reaches 250 km / h.
BMW 3 Series Coupe Engine
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The 325i has a variant of the previous engine, but with 2.5 litre engine capacity and 218 hp. It accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 6.9 s, reached 247 mph has an average consumption of 8.4 litres/100 km. The engines of the 330i and 325i have indirect injection and distribution Valvetronic. The future of six-cylinder engines will have no direct injection and distribution Valvetronic.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The 335d BMW 3 Series Coupe carries the 3.0 l diesel engine with two turbines that has the 535d (information on the engine in the 535d), but with an output of 286 hp instead of 272. It accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in 6.1 s and the maximum speed is limited to 250 km / h. Its consumption is 7.5 litres/100 km approved.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The 330d BMW 3 Series Coupe has a 3.0 litre engine version of 231 hp (such as that currently has the 330d). It accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 6.6 s, reached 250 km / h and spends 6.5 litres/100 km. In other words, values are virtually equal to those of the saloon (one-tenth less acceleration).
BMW 3 Series Coupe
All except the BMW 3 Series Coupe 335d series have a manual gearbox and six-speed, optionally, a new automatic gearbox, also six-speed (standard on the 335d). From what we've seen in the 335i BMW 3 Series Coupe, the operation of this box is very good for speed and smoothness.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
This new automatic gearbox can be used manually with a cam on the steering wheel, something recommended if you are going to do a driving sport, at least for the 335i.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The touch of the BMW 3 Series Coupe is very similar to the saloon, in broad strokes. The suspension is clearly harder or that the car is more nimble, the 3 Series saloon and it is much.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
Apart from the fact that it has two side doors instead of four, the bodywork of the BMW 3 Series Coupe has other differences with the saloon, structural , appearance and equipment.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The BMW 3 Series Coupe is a four-seater, with a division in the back seat . The rear seats have the width and space for their legs enough for two adults traveling with breadth, but for that role, they lack height. For two children are more than enough, even if traveling on chairs that are bulky.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The volume of the trunk is 440 l in all versions; except that the 335i has 430 l. In other words, is slightly larger than a Mercedes-Benz CLK (435 l) and something less than a 3 Series four-door (460 l).
BMW 3 Series Coupe
All BMW 3 Series Coupe series have a button for starting the engine, CD player, sport steering wheel with controls, climate control, automatic windscreen wipers, Xenon headlamps for short and long seats and some lower than those of the saloon. Several interior elements, such as door handles or the gear lever, are metallic. The BMW 3 Series Coupe unveils six-color body that was not available in the saloon.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The DSC stability control has some new features, such as an increase in pressure in the brake circuit to compensate for the overheating of the liquid, drying newspaper discs with the tablets when connecting the wipers, the role that softens the detention of the car (SoftStop) and assistant to boot in ramps (with manual).
BMW 3 Series Coupe.
The 335i BMW 3 Series Coupe will be satisfactory or not depending on the use that was going to give. It is not advisable if you are going to be a car to travel for all sorts of roads and was awaiting him some comfort. It is highly recommended for those who seek a sporty and agile able to move very quickly on good roads, they are fast or slow, at the expense of the suspension is harsh.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
For the first order coupes other four seats more recommendable, as a Mercedes-Benz CLK Coupe or a Peugeot 407, or two plus two, as an Alfa Romeo Brera or the Audi TT with the suspension of series.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The 335i we tested, if the surface layer of asphalt was not in good condition suspension became very dry and came to shake the body with abruptness. In contrast, well paved roads, which can give comfort suspension, can be considered satisfactory for being a sport. The list of equipment that BMW sent to the press the following comment appears next to the option for these tires: "Note: this combination of wheels / tires, 19 inches ensures an extremely sporty driving behaviour due to a reduced suspension and comfort rolling. "
BMW 3 Series Coupe
In slow road with asphalt and in good condition is difficult to draw the 335i of its career, unless he makes a mistake is too big or more than they should accelerate the departure of a curve. Stability is high and lateral grip provided by its tyres very high.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
With stability control off and going fast reactions can be very alive. In a Porsche Cayman S (proof of this model), which is exceptional as sports, the transition from a normal situation to a delicate is not as sharp as in the 335i. To some extent (motor car is a central rear), makes things somewhat easier to whoever leads this 335i with 19 wheels. "
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The motion falls short of what you need a car with this engine, but has a lot of strength and can not be expected to accelerate fund at the exit of curves and that the car does not move, even with stability control connected. This is especially visible in curves linked or if the inertia downloads one of the driving wheels.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The engine of the 335i combines the power, smoothness and excellent touch which is the engine of 330i, with the elasticity of the 330d and a performance far superior to those of either. With this turbocharged gasoline engine low blow and relatively high compression ratio, BMW has managed to combine the best of two excellent engines, each in his style, gasoline atmospheric and turbocharged diesel.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The answer to low regime is very good, you can move into higher gear at a very low regime without the engine produces noise or vibration. The answer, as well as soft, is very aggressive when stepping on the accelerator depth. If you want all acceleration that could give the engine, we must treat it as a gasoline engine rotational speed (short marches and the speed limit; just over 7,000 rpm, in this case). However, there is no need to move quickly squeeze the engine, which gives the acceleration in higher gear at low speed is more than enough.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
In our measurements, the 335i BMW 3 Series Coupe has been faster than the M3, with the bodywork earlier (E46) and 343 hp (test), and as much as a Porsche Cayman S, which is less powerful 11 HP and 185 kg lighter. In measurements of recovery, the Cayman S (atmosphere) is slower than the 335i. The fifth running of the BMW has a development similar to the sixth Porsche; comparing measurements in these marches, the BMW is 3.0 s fastest (which represents a 32 per cent).
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The journey by road one-way that it normally have spent 9.2 litres/100 km to an average of 136 kph, a value very good. This has been a version of automatic change. It is possible that the version with manual spend more on a journey together since their developments are shorter. A 120 mph, the engine of automatic turn 2,500 rpm while the manual does so at 2,800 rpm.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
In a use that has combined areas where they took advantage of the maximum acceleration with others where they went to a calmer pace, consumption indicated that the computer was 25 litres/100 km. Not much for the benefits of this model.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
In town, consumption can be regarded as low. Spending about 14 litres/100 km, with all kinds of traffic, is a good value in a car of this power and with automatic change. One reason that is so low is because the elasticity of the engine and the operation of automatic change: accelerating normally makes changes when the engine has slightly exceeded 2,000 rpm, so most people walk into higher gear with turning the engine below 1,500 rpm.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The sound is one of those who tend to like, dominated the serious from the exhaust to accelerate with the engine under a regime; turbochargers not hear.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
In presenting this model we were able to drive a 335i with manual. This change has the distinctive touch of BMW, may seem slow and hard to handle when normally, but it is very fast and accurate when changing rapidly. The change ZF six marches that BMW has already was very good, and the mechanical and programming changes that have, gives a much better result.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
It has two programs operating in automatic mode (D and Ds), with the first already operational so that when there is a need for acceleration or an intense retention big change is capable of providing automatically. In mode Ds there is a noticeable trend to keep the engine of higher returns, except when driving at constant speed. In this second way is remarkable capacity for change in order to maintain progress curve, withholding or braking.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
It can handle manually using a lever or some controls on the steering wheel. These controls are in solidarity with the steering wheel and there are two, each with a double movement: push serves to reduce and pulling them are increased marches.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The process of change (once the box has taken the decision to change or the driver has the controls used to do) is very fast, even when reduced more than one way. The result of this change is such that BMW has decided to dispense with the automated manual SMG.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The engine of the 330d is very nice because it gives a very strong acceleration from a regime very low. Unlike what happens in a 330i, almost carefree change is possible. You do not have the smoothness of gasoline, especially if it speeds up considerably since under the regime. Although the acceleration is indifferent to, in some cases it is preferable that the engine has a very high margin regime, something that lacks a Diesel.
BMW 3 Series Coupe
The gasoline engine with 3.0 l atmospheric we liked in all models in which we have led by its strength, his soft touch from under the regime and its ability to reach to force a regime with very high.