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Sneak Peek: 2006 BMW 3 Series
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Click to enlarge. 2006 BMW 3 Series. Photos courtesy of BMW brochure Mechanically, there may be some significant changes, including a longer and wider body – resulting in more interior space, and, along with a new chassis, improved handling -- as well as more power. The 300i will reportedly get a boost from 225 horsepower to more than 250 horsepower, and the 325i may get more than 215 horses.

A simplified version of the I-Drive may also make its way to the 3, but as an option. Overall, it looks like BMW is intent on keeping the 3 relevant to shoppers who are continually upping the ante when it comes to space, convenience and power. If the brochure contains accurate information – look for the 3 to be a hit. We'll provide more information about the '06 BMW 3 Series as it gets closer to launch, so stay tuned...

 


About Brian Chee
Prior to joining Autobytel in the Spring of 2000, Brian Chee spent 15 years as a writer and editor in his native southern California, his work appearing in a wide variety of regional newspapers and online publications. As an editor at Autobytel, Brian has been quoted in numerous regional and national publications, including the Wall St. Journal and InStyle Magazine. He is responsible for writing, editing and planning content for three of the company’s consumer websites: autobytel.com, autoweb.com and carsmart.com. His “beat” includes vehicle reviews, features, news and Auto Show coverage. Brian considers himself a “SoCal” car enthusiast: the kind who grades a car on how it handles today’s urban and suburban reality of daily traffic gridlock, rising fuel prices and fast-paced lifestyles. Brian is an Eagle Scout, a member of the Automotive Press Association, the Motor Press Guild, and the California State University Advisory Board for Internet Writing. Brian holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism.

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