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The petrol BMW 3 Series has arrived: meet the new 320 and M350, yours from £45k

The 2027 BMW 3 Series has been unveiled with a range of petrol engines, including the 320 and M350 xDrive models, priced from £45,000. The new 3 Series features a Neue Klasse design, similar to the all-electric i3, but with distinct mechanical underpinnings. The M350 xDrive model boasts 443 PS and quad pipes, with a rear-drive Drift Moment. The petrol versions are set to land in January 2027.

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  • ✓ The 2027 BMW 3 Series starts at £45,000.
  • ✓ The M350 xDrive model produces 443 PS.
  • ✓ The new 3 Series features a Neue Klasse design.
  • ✓ The petrol versions of the 3 Series are set to arrive in January 2027.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 12 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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The 2027 BMW 3 Series introduces a new design language, Neue Klasse, and a range of petrol engines, including the M350 xDrive performance model.

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  1. 2027 BMW 3 Series Arrives with Petrol Engines and Neue Klasse Design

    The 2027 BMW 3 Series has been unveiled with a range of petrol engines, including the 320 and M350 xDrive models, priced from £45,000. The new 3 Series features a Neue Klasse design, similar to the all-electric i3, but with distinct mechanical underpinnings. The M350 xDrive model boasts 443 PS and quad pipes, with a rear-drive Drift Moment. The petrol versions are set to land in January 2027.

    Why it matters

    The BMW 3 Series is a popular sports sedan that has undergone significant changes for the 2027 model year. The new design and technology updates bring the 3 Series in line with BMW's latest electric and hybrid offerings. The petrol engine options cater to customers who prefer traditional combustion engines. The M350 xDrive model is a performance-oriented variant, targeting driving enthusiasts.

    What is confirmed

    • The 2027 BMW 3 Series starts at £45,000.
    • The M350 xDrive model produces 443 PS.
    • The new 3 Series features a Neue Klasse design.
    • The petrol versions of the 3 Series are set to arrive in January 2027.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The 2027 BMW 3 Series may include a plug-in hybrid model.

    What to watch next

    • January 2027: Petrol versions of the 3 Series arrive
    • Details on the plug-in hybrid model
    • Reviews and test drives of the M350 xDrive
    Sources used for this update (12)
    1. Top Gear — The petrol BMW 3 Series has arrived: meet the new 320 and M350, yours from £45k
    2. Car and Driver — View Exterior Photos of the 2027 BMW 3-Series
    3. The Verge — BMW’s revamped i3 boasts up to 468 miles of range
    4. Cars.com — 2027 BMW 3 Series Sedan: Here’s What’s Changed and What’s Staying the Same
    5. MotorTrend — The New BMW 3 Series EVs and ICE Cars Basically Look the Same. Here’s Why
    6. tflcar.com — Behold! The New Class 2027 BMW 3 Series Has Arrived
    7. cardealermagazine.co.uk — BMW 3 Series returns with Neue Klasse design, new tech and ...
    8. www.parkers.co.uk — New BMW 3 Series unveiled with near-identical looks to all ...
    9. economictimes.indiatimes.com — New BMW 3 Series unveiled: Check i3, M350 xDrive price, range ...
    10. www.motorpoint.co.uk — New 2027 BMW 3 Series: price, specs & release date - Motorpoint
    11. www.bmwblog.com — BMW M350 xDrive Walkaround: The New 3 Series M Performance Model
    12. www.carandbike.com — New BMW 3 Series Unveiled: Performance-Oriented M350 And Plug-In Hybrid Models Announced
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