The new BMW 3 Series arrives in Spain with five engine options and a starting price of 38,600 euros

Saloons are back stronger than ever thanks to the renewal of their main exponents, making it clear to SUVs that they still have a lot of fight ahead. This message has been sent loud and clear by the new BMW 3 Series, a traditional model within the German brand that arrives in its G20 version loaded with technology and with a new design but true to its principles. However, this mid-size saloon has already moved past the anticipation of its presentation to make way for its development, which has now been completed for Spain, a country where it will be available from 38,600 euros.

With this premise, BMW continues to adopt a philosophy and strategy through which it has managed to create an ecosystem in which SUVs and the rest of the segments coexist in harmony. This is how we can see that the Bavarian brand has no intention whatsoever of renouncing saloons, a type of vehicle that has been its hallmark for much of its history.

Up to five engines for the Spanish market

As is customary with the launch of new models, BMW has -for now- closed the range of engines to bring the new 3 Series to life with five options. Three diesels and two petrol engines will power the G20 generation of the German saloon, without ruling out the future addition of possible hybrid and electric powertrains.

At first we find the 318d designation, which hides the entry-level heart of the new 3 Series. More specifically, we are dealing with a diesel block capable of producing 150 CV, sent directly to the rear axle through a manual gearbox. The next rung within the diesel family is occupied by the 320d, a variant that delivers 190 CV and can be had with either rear-wheel drive or the xDrive system, capable of sending power to all four wheels.

Last, but by no means least, we must also give the spotlight to the 330d, the name representing the most powerful diesel engine. With 265 CV and an automatic transmission, it is ready to offer a perfect blend of sportiness and efficiency, although the presence of two petrol engines will also make you hesitate.

The 320i takes on the role of the entry-level petrol engine, and with it we will enjoy 184 CV delivered also exclusively to the rear wheels. The 330i arrives with 258 CV of power, crowned as the most powerful petrol heart, with the exception of the M340i, a name that serves as the prelude to the imminent M3.

Available from 38,600 euros

BMW has not only revealed the engines that will power this latest generation of the 3 Series, but also their prices for Spain. A payment of 38,600 euros will be required if we want to opt for the German saloon under the 318d designation, a figure that rises to 43,700 euros -46,300 euros when equipped with xDrive- if we choose the 320d, and climbs again to 53,600 euros if we go for the most powerful of the diesels, the 330d.

If our tastes and needs lead us to the petrol family, we will have to face a payment of 42,400 euros for the 320i, a figure that increases to 47,250 euros in the case of the 330i. BMW already accepts orders for the new 3 Series at the Spanish dealership network, and the first units will be delivered during the month of March.

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