BMW India drives in 3 Series Gran Turismo Shadow Edition at Rs 42.5 lakh

GURUGRAM: BMW Group India on Wednesday launched the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo ‘Shadow Edition’ at Rs 42.50 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be available in M Sport design scheme.
EXTERIOR: The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo ‘Shadow Edition’ with M Sport impresses with its sporty and elegant design. The striking lines, muscular surfaces and discreet design elements made of black high-gloss unit bring exclusivity to the exterior and are characteristic of the vehicle.The kidney grille with nine slats in high-gloss black produces an especially athletic effect for the front end. The dark shadow elements further extend to the LED headlights and taillights. The 18-inch star-spoke alloy wheels in jet black along with exhaust tailpipe in black chrome further enhance its distinctive looks.
The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Shadow Edition is available in Alpine White, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic and Estoril Blue Metallic paintworks. The upholstery is available in a choice of Sensatec Black/Red highlight, Black and Sensatec Veneto Beige, and Veneto Beige.

INTERIOR: The aluminum door sill plates, key with M logo, M sports leather steering wheel, mood-lifting colours of ambient lighting and chrome edging of air vents all catch the eye. The driver-oriented BMW cockpit offers easy access to all controls. The raised seating position and generous space allow remarkable freedom of movement. The Panorama Glass Roof fills up the cabin with natural light and brings in a sense of spaciousness. The model comes equipped with universal wireless charging as a complimentary accessory.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION: The two-liter four-cylinder petrol engine of BMW 330i Gran Turismo ‘Shadow Edition’ produces an output of 252 hp and maximum torque of 350 Nm at 1,450 – 4,800 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 -100 km / hr in just 6.1 seconds. The eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission performs smooth and can be shifted through with steering wheel paddle shifters.
SAFETY: BMW offers six airbags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Side-impact Protection, Runflat tyres with reinforced sidewalls, emergency spare wheel, electronic vehicle immobiliser, a fully automated and chargeable key and a crash sensor.
Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo is a unique vehicle concept in the segment and has become a trailblazer with its distinctive and modern character. The new ‘Shadow Edition’ is an amalgamation of luxurious elegance and sportiness in even more sophisticated form. Available in limited units, the ‘Shadow Edition’ offers our discerning customer one last opportunity to own this legendary icon of the successful model. It combines the best of both worlds – an embodiment of pure dynamism and a sense of spaciousness. Its emotional appeal and pronounced driving pleasure is designed to offer sheer driving pleasure.”