Photo: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
First spotted less than two weeks ago, the upcoming BMW 3 Series GT facelift returns in a new spy photo session, only this time without flaunting an M-Sport package like last time.
Our spy photographers caught up with the 2017 3 Series Gran Turismo pre-production prototype in what appears to be its standard attire. Even though both the front and rear ends are covered in camouflage, the standard bumpers are easy to spot, meaning that the 3 Series GT will receive the same type of LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) refresh as the 3 Series Sedan.
In layman’s terms, this translates into a nearly identical exterior as the current model, much of the refreshed bits to be found underneath the bodywork. That said, the 3 Series GT LCI will adopt headlights similar to the 3 Series sedan while the taillights should be slightly redesigned and feature LED technology.
A touch-sensitive iDrive controller borrowed from the regular 3 Series facelift will also make an appearance on better-equipped versions, while new textures for the upholstery are to be expected as well, along with slightly redesigned trim pieces.
The biggest changes should take place under the hood, though, with a couple of gasoline engines being either upgraded or replaced altogether.
The turbocharged 2.0-liter powering the 328i GT will be replaced by a new unit, which delivers 252 hp and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, while the turbocharged 3.0-liter from the 335i GTS will be substituted by an almost identical unit that delivers 326 hp and (332 lb-ft) of torque. Moreover, the 328i GT and 335i GT also get a name change to 330i GT and 340i GT, respectively.
Not yet confirmed, but a 330e GT plug-in-hybrid version could make an appearance as well, powered by a turbocharged, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder and an electric motor. If it comes to fruition, such a version would have an official NEDC fuel consumption of around 2.2 l/100/km (107 mpg) and an all-electric range of about 35 km (22 miles).
The facelifted 3 Series Gran Turismo is expected to be unveiled close to the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, approximately one year after its sedan brother suffered a similar fate.
In layman’s terms, this translates into a nearly identical exterior as the current model, much of the refreshed bits to be found underneath the bodywork. That said, the 3 Series GT LCI will adopt headlights similar to the 3 Series sedan while the taillights should be slightly redesigned and feature LED technology.
A touch-sensitive iDrive controller borrowed from the regular 3 Series facelift will also make an appearance on better-equipped versions, while new textures for the upholstery are to be expected as well, along with slightly redesigned trim pieces.
The biggest changes should take place under the hood, though, with a couple of gasoline engines being either upgraded or replaced altogether.
The turbocharged 2.0-liter powering the 328i GT will be replaced by a new unit, which delivers 252 hp and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, while the turbocharged 3.0-liter from the 335i GTS will be substituted by an almost identical unit that delivers 326 hp and (332 lb-ft) of torque. Moreover, the 328i GT and 335i GT also get a name change to 330i GT and 340i GT, respectively.
Not yet confirmed, but a 330e GT plug-in-hybrid version could make an appearance as well, powered by a turbocharged, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder and an electric motor. If it comes to fruition, such a version would have an official NEDC fuel consumption of around 2.2 l/100/km (107 mpg) and an all-electric range of about 35 km (22 miles).
The facelifted 3 Series Gran Turismo is expected to be unveiled close to the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, approximately one year after its sedan brother suffered a similar fate.
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