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BMW ANNOUNCES PRICES FOR THE FIRST CARS TO USE ALL-NEW SIX CYLINDER ENGINE |
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AutoWorld.com - David Lee
Woodcliff Lake, NJ... BMW released prices for the first 2001 3 Series and Z3 models to arrive which feature the all-new 3.0 liter inline six cylinder engine. The 330i sedan, 330Ci coupe and convertible as well as the Z3 roadster 3.0i and Z3 coupe 3.0i become the first automobiles to use this new engine which debuted in the X5 3.0i SAV. As in the X5 3.0i this engine produces 225 hp @ 5900 rpm and 214 lb.-ft of torque @ 3500 rpm propelling these award winnings cars to even greater levels of performance. The 330i sedan and 330Ci coupe are capable of 0-60 mph acceleration times under 6.5 seconds. The Z3 roadster 3.0i and Z3 coupe 3.0i will do it in under six seconds. Continuing BMW's commitment to providing the best value the 2001 330i sedan has a base price of $34,560. To match the engine's performance, 17 inch wheels and tires as well as larger brakes are standard. The 330Ci coupe starts at $35,560 and includes additional standard features such as power seats, folding rear seats and sport suspension. At $42,970 the 330Ci convertible is a fully equipped luxury convertible which includes an automatic power top, Roll-over Protection System and leather upholstery. For the first time in a 3 Series since 1991, All-Wheel Drive will be available on the 330i sedan. The All-Wheel Drive option, which turns the "330i" into the "330xi", is priced at $1,750. The Z3 roadster 3.0i and Z3 coupe 3.0i include 17 inch wheels and performance tires of different widths as standard equipment and are priced at $38,470 and $38,270 respectively. A 5-speed manual transmission remains standard while the optional automatic is now a 5-speed STEPTRONIC transmission with manual shifting capability. Autoworld.com Back to Today's News |
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