AMI 2012: F31 3 Series Touring Debut - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

Dackelone · 06-01-2012, 01:24 PM

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The 2013 BMW 3 Series Touring (F31) had its online reveal 3 weeks ago and has just had its world premiere today at the 2012 AMI show.

Vital Stats

Compared to E91 3 Series Touring:
1.46 in (37mm) wider front track
1.85 in (48mm) wider rear track
3.66 in (97mm) longer
1.96 in (50mm) longer wheelbase
10% more cargo volume (with rear seats up and folded) - 495 liters of cargo room
Range of models available at launch: 328i, 330d, 320d (model range for US not yet announced as of 5/12/12)
Available in Modern Line, Luxury Line, Sport Line and M Sport package
Rear seats offer 40:20:40 split
Rear window opens separately from automatic tailgate
Separate partition net and luggage compartment cover
Stainless steel protective strip on the comfortably low loading sill
Available with full glass panoramic sunroof
Lane Departure Warning
Blind Spot Detection
Arrives in US showrooms Spring 2013

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G2G · 06-01-2012, 05:58 PM

best looking touring/wagon right now!!

ATX78703 · 06-01-2012, 06:14 PM

meh.

only the m-sport does it for me, and even then, i'm not thrilled with the greenhouse. I prefer a shorter greenhouse like the x models or the f20/f21.

bimmerjph · 06-01-2012, 06:21 PM

As much as I want to break the normal gray, black, white, and blue BMW color norm that silver look fantastic.

宝马.e90 · 06-01-2012, 08:28 PM

Forget the X-Series, I'd take one of these with xDrive up North to the cottage!

Blake P · 06-01-2012, 09:22 PM

So awesome! Wish we didn't have to wait so darn long...

Alpine F31 · 06-01-2012, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmerjph

As much as I want to break the normal gray, black, white, and blue BMW color norm that silver look fantastic.

Isn't that Mineral Gray? And yes, I'm with you. It looks great. I just wish every other car on the road wasn't black, white or silver/gray....

The English Guy · 06-02-2012, 12:02 AM

M-Sport looks a lot better

bimmerjph · 06-02-2012, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alpine F31

Isn't that Mineral Gray? And yes, I'm with you. It looks great. I just wish every other car on the road wasn't black, white or silver/gray....

Yes I believe it is. I love the way the light reflects off of it.

CombatNinja · 06-02-2012, 07:23 AM

Looking forward to a test drive in the fall. I don't really need to replace the e91 but mid-30s mpg would be real nice. I also like how this new car seems to split the size difference between the old car and the 5-series touring. I always felt like the car was just a bit too small to really pull duty as a family car.

GQGlen22 · 06-02-2012, 09:16 AM

Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!!

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NL-J · 06-02-2012, 09:31 AM

Gorgeous

DrivenByE30 · 06-02-2012, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GQGlen22

Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!!

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Practicality is sexy... you just dont know it...

This is the best looking 3 series Touring EVER !

If i didn't get my F30 already, i would have gotten the F31 !

Alpine F31 · 06-02-2012, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GQGlen22

Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!!

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Either you get it or you don't. They still make sedans for you.

Mahzari · 06-02-2012, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GQGlen22

Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!!

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I think it's because people who don't like wagons don't usually click or comment on the wagon threads. The F31 isn't my cup of tea, but it looks better than the other wagon options out there

Ascari · 06-02-2012, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mahzari

Quote:

Originally Posted by GQGlen22

Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!!

:

I think it's because people who don't like wagons don't usually click or comment on the wagon threads. The F31 isn't my cup of tea, but it looks better than the other wagon options out there

If you've lived with one, you'd know why we like it:
1. Sedan dynamics
2. Loading space for living (kids, sport, travel)
3. Low profile - subtlety is good

This is what will replace my x3; hell, if they made an M3 touring, that would be nirvana (rs4 avant only vehicle that would tempt me back over to inglostadt)

ska325xi · 06-02-2012, 11:06 PM

cant beleive you didnt take pics of the msport wagon lol

Dackelone · 06-03-2012, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ska325xi

cant beleive you didnt take pics of the msport wagon lol

There wasn't any there!! I was surprised about that too.

turbotoy4me · 06-03-2012, 12:03 PM

Another winning design from team BMW. Tempted to trade the X3 on one of these beauties.

rconti · 06-03-2012, 12:19 PM

Don't feed the AltimaTroll.

Damn, I was expecting US specs at the reveal. We already knew all this info. Any clue when we'll get word of stateside lineup?

Terpinator · 06-03-2012, 06:14 PM

I'd be very interested to know if they will offer it in full 335i xDrive with the M Sport package in the US. if so, it may just change my decision to get a 5 series. I was planning to put an order in in the next month or two, but may hold off a bit to see what the engine line up of the Touring will be.

Anyone out there have a guess on when they will announce the engine options for a Spring 2013 launch?

Alpine F31 · 06-03-2012, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Terpinator

I'd be very interested to know if they will offer it in full 335i xDrive with the M Sport package in the US.

xDrive? yes. 335i? No. M Sport? Absolutely.

06-01-2012, 01:24 PM	#1
Dackelone Moderator Drives: 135i Silber mit/Rot 6MT N54 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bayern, Germany Posts: 13,048 iTrader: (0)	AMI 2012: F31 3 Series Touring Debut Featured on BIMMERPOST.com The 2013 BMW 3 Series Touring (F31) had its online reveal 3 weeks ago and has just had its world premiere today at the 2012 AMI show. Vital Stats Compared to E91 3 Series Touring: 1.46 in (37mm) wider front track 1.85 in (48mm) wider rear track 3.66 in (97mm) longer 1.96 in (50mm) longer wheelbase 10% more cargo volume (with rear seats up and folded) - 495 liters of cargo room Range of models available at launch: 328i, 330d, 320d (model range for US not yet announced as of 5/12/12) Available in Modern Line, Luxury Line, Sport Line and M Sport package Rear seats offer 40:20:40 split Rear window opens separately from automatic tailgate Separate partition net and luggage compartment cover Stainless steel protective strip on the comfortably low loading sill Available with full glass panoramic sunroof Lane Departure Warning Blind Spot Detection Arrives in US showrooms Spring 2013 BMW 3-Series Touring 328i BMW 3-Series Touring 330d BMW 3-Series Touring Interior BMW 3-Series Touring Design
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06-01-2012, 06:14 PM	#3
ATX78703 Captain Drives: 2011 328i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 726 iTrader: (0)	meh. only the m-sport does it for me, and even then, i'm not thrilled with the greenhouse. I prefer a shorter greenhouse like the x models or the f20/f21. __________________ 2011 X5 xDrive 35i Premium - 8AT, Cnv, Tch, 3rd Row, Cmfrt 2011 328i 4dr, 6MT - Sprt, Prm, Cmfrt

06-02-2012, 09:31 AM	#12
NL-J Second Lieutenant Drives: E89 sDrive30i Join Date: May 2010 Location: NL Posts: 292 iTrader: (0)	Gorgeous __________________

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ska325xi Major General Drives: 325XI Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston Posts: 6,852 iTrader: (27) Garage List 2006 333 [0.00] 2006 325xi [0.00]	cant beleive you didnt take pics of the msport wagon lol __________________ RPI Scoops, BMW Perf. Intake + Carbon Filter Removal, BMW Perf. Exhaust, PBX, CF Cowl Covers & Lower Snorkel, Matte Black Grills, Rep Hartge Lip, ///M Spoiler, BBS 219m + RE960pp, CF Wrapped Headlights, LUX 5.0 + Solaris Silvers, Vista DRL, Blacklines, Lic. Plate LED, 3M CF Di-Noc Trims, BMW Perf. Alcantara Steering Wheel + Alcantara Trim, ///M DCT Paddles, BMW Perf. Shift Knob + Boot, ///M Novillo Ebrake Handle + BMW Perf. Boot, ACS Pedals

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06-01-2012, 05:58 PM	#2
G2G Sold: E46 330CI, E90 320dA with 270000km Drives: 1M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vienna Posts: 169 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 1M [5.00]	best looking touring/wagon right now!!

06-01-2012, 06:21 PM	#4
bimmerjph Major Drives: 2002 BMW 325i Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,332 iTrader: (0)	As much as I want to break the normal gray, black, white, and blue BMW color norm that silver look fantastic.

06-01-2012, 08:28 PM	#5
宝马.e90 Major Drives: E90 325i, R56 MINI Cooper Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 1,259 iTrader: (0)	Forget the X-Series, I'd take one of these with xDrive up North to the cottage!

06-01-2012, 09:22 PM	#6
Blake P Kinda Like A Big Deal Drives: F31 on order Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 393 iTrader: (0)	So awesome! Wish we didn't have to wait so darn long...

06-02-2012, 12:02 AM	#8
The English Guy Enlisted Member Drives: Honda to BMW Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: France Posts: 30 iTrader: (0)	M-Sport looks a lot better

06-02-2012, 07:23 AM	#10
CombatNinja Defender of the Universe Drives: e91 328i, e90 328i, e90 335i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: United States Posts: 1,039 iTrader: (0)	Looking forward to a test drive in the fall. I don't really need to replace the e91 but mid-30s mpg would be real nice. I also like how this new car seems to split the size difference between the old car and the 5-series touring. I always felt like the car was just a bit too small to really pull duty as a family car.

06-02-2012, 09:16 AM	#11
GQGlen22 New Member Drives: Nissan Altima Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: New York Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	Why do you people like this touring model shxt? I think they look hideous!! :

06-03-2012, 12:03 PM	#19
turbotoy4me First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW X3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: CO Posts: 368 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335i XDrive Coupe [0.00] 2011 X3 35i M-Sport [0.00]	Another winning design from team BMW. Tempted to trade the X3 on one of these beauties.

06-03-2012, 12:19 PM	#20
rconti First Lieutenant Drives: Z3 M Coupe, NB Miata Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SF Bay Posts: 371 iTrader: (0)	Don't feed the AltimaTroll. Damn, I was expecting US specs at the reveal. We already knew all this info. Any clue when we'll get word of stateside lineup?

06-03-2012, 06:14 PM	#21
Terpinator Private First Class Drives: 550i xDrive M Sport Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: The Hague Posts: 109 iTrader: (0)	I'd be very interested to know if they will offer it in full 335i xDrive with the M Sport package in the US. if so, it may just change my decision to get a 5 series. I was planning to put an order in in the next month or two, but may hold off a bit to see what the engine line up of the Touring will be. Anyone out there have a guess on when they will announce the engine options for a Spring 2013 launch?