6th generation Built: 2011-2018 Power: 85-338 kW / 116-460 hp Variants: Sedan, Touring, Gran Turismo, M3 “Game of Thrones” began its march of triumph on screens around the world, singer Adele won six Grammy Awards and director Michel Hazanavicius created a beautiful homage to the silent movie era with his film “The Artist”. Meanwhile, the BMW 3 Series went electric! For the first time, the range of engines included hybrid options (the ActiveHybrid 3, followed by the 330e iPerformance). All of the engines were also turbocharged. The design was an evolution of its predecessor, being more strongly aligned with that of the larger BMW 5 Series. One striking detail was that the headlamps now connecting to the kidney grille. At the same time, the sixth generation had also evolved in terms of its size, with the launch of a longer Gran Turismo version. The new variant added a coupé roof profile to the sedan and featured a longer wheelbase. The benefit, especially for passengers in the rear, was greater leg and headroom. Next article Sheer Driving Pleasure Home Circular World Digital Journey Electric Future Freude Models
