Spied: 2013 BMW 3-Series Sedan

Our trusty Teamspeed spies spot the next-generation BMW 3-series again. The proportions of a typical 3-series, evident since the E36 through to the E46 and currently the E90, will remain – meaning squat proportions, short rear overhang and wheels placed to each corner. The overall look will be slimmer and more toned compared to the current 3 series

Sources indicate the front of the car receives a widened but not too large kidney grille, smaller than at the current 5-series with shapely lighting units surrounding the grille. The rear of the car offers a typical BMW layout with the classic L-shape lighting units.

The Cabrio will retain the folding hardtop as BMW have found today’s model to be the most successful 3-series cabrio ever. Customers also like how the hardtop E93 has successful retained a coherent design instead of sitting under the A-pillar or having the rear end raised to accommodate the roof.

As for powertrains, BMW will add a 2.0-litre, in-line-4 motor to the lineup in addition to its 6 cylinder offerings. There are also rumours that BMW is working on a 3-cylinder motor. Watch for production to start in the 3rd or 4th quarter of 2011.

 

DJ do you know if there are some rumors about doing a M3 sedan in this generation?

 

Look like this 3er will have the straight bonnet-line in the front...