The facelifted BMW 3 Series has undergone subtle styling changes with the 'eyes' having moved further apart, visually strengthening the car's broad stance on the road. In cars with standard specification lighting, the head lights are joined by two LED daytime driving light units on each side.  

All the engines in the new BMW EfficientDynamics engine family are equipped with the latest generation of BMW's innovative TwinPower Turbo technology, which in the case of the petrol engines feature TwinScroll turbocharging, High Precision Injection and Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing, plus VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing.

Also making its debut in the facelifted 3 Series is a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder in-line engine available in two different states of tune. Fitted in the new 320i Saloon and Touring models, it develops a maximum output of 184bhp between and a maximum torque of 290Nm with a six-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive.  

The outstanding ergonomics of the 3 Series have been improved further still and in addition, carefully arranged chrome highlights and high-gloss surfaces give the interior an even classier look. Other new features include cup holders in the centre console with a sliding cover and an additional practical storage area for items such as a smartphone, positioned forward of the cup holders. 

The new eight-speed Steptronic transmission has improved efficiency and a wider gear spread. BMW ConnectedDrive is once again pioneering new technology to enhance safety, comfort and infotainment. Business Navigation is now standard on all 3 Series Saloon and Touring models. 

The updated 3 Series is also the first car in its segment to support LTE - the fastest mobile standard currently available - when fitted with the Professional Navigation system and the extended smartphone connectivity option. Intelligent Emergency Call, another standard feature in the car, detects if the airbags are triggered in an accident, and then uses the built-in SIM card to automatically transmit the severity of the accident, the potential risk of injury to the occupants and the vehicle's location to the BMW Call Centre.