Introducing Facelifted 2023 BMW 3 Series LCI w/ iDrive 8 Curved Screen

jmg · 05-17-2022, 05:24 PM

If they bring this over to the G8X, I'm going to miss the physical memory buttons. I can't remember the last time I used the FF and RW buttons on the center console. Why make something that's supposed to be convenient, like memory buttons, high up on a screen I never want to tough? I'm purely an iDrive controller person.

Also, the front halos are upside down compared to the G8X. they look like Nic Cage in Face/Off.

Germanauto · 05-17-2022, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by stein_325i

Why do they keep designing these rear diffusers which go so high into the rear bumper? They did the same thing on the X4 and 4er and now the 3er too. As for the front, I actually really liked the notched headlights, a nice reference to the E46. I also think the lower opening is far too big and disproportionate to the rest of the design.

BMW and quirky fussy styling, name a more iconic combination.

TheBlackGT · 05-17-2022, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by stein_325i

Why do they keep designing these rear diffusers which go so high into the rear bumper? They did the same thing on the X4 and 4er and now the 3er too. As for the front, I actually really liked the notched headlights, a nice reference to the E46. I also think the lower opening is far too big and disproportionate to the rest of the design.

someone from subaru infiltrated the design team. 😂

tommytexter · 05-17-2022, 05:24 PM

M340?

Cheech666 · 05-17-2022, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Rux

I did not realize they were getting rid of the shifter as well. Not sure how I feel about that. Seems like something is missing. iDrive 8 seems to be a really good system. I just wish the screens were more aesthetically integrated into the dashboard.

The infotainment and the screen is too big and not integrated i dont like it its one of the reasons i used to prefer bmw than mercedes

nathanm4 · 05-17-2022, 05:25 PM

This is awesome!

Especially that interior is just on another level!

SW19 · 05-17-2022, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by DFarhat

Is this showing the M340? Thought we saw different mirrors and rear in the leaks :/

These pics definitely aren’t the M340i because the LCI is getting the M mirrors.It will also have the M logo on the kidney grille and the M coloured stitching on the steering wheel.

chicagofan00 · 05-17-2022, 05:25 PM

It's….OK. Not feeling a few parts of it and still not liking the iDrive 8 tacked on screens (just wish they were better integrated) but overall not a terrible LCI.

jmg · 05-17-2022, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by jmg

If they bring this over to the G8X, I'm going to miss the physical memory buttons. I can't remember the last time I used the FF and RW buttons on the center console. Why make something that's supposed to be convenient, like memory buttons, high up on a screen I never want to tough? I'm purely an iDrive controller person.

Also, the front halos are upside down compared to the G8X. they look like Nic Cage in Face/Off.

No more drugs for that man!

wolvesatthedoor · 05-17-2022, 05:27 PM

It absolutely blows my mind that they refuse to offer ventilated seats in this class. The A4/S4 and C-Class have had it as an option for years.

BMWRL · 05-17-2022, 05:28 PM

Lookin chiseled.

Nice update

tonylukes · 05-17-2022, 05:30 PM

Not a fan. The bottom vent is disproportionately too big and the rear is mashup of shapes, looks thrown together. Not a fan of losing the physical thermostat controls either. Really sad to see the 3 series succumb to these design trends.

jct_m3 · 05-17-2022, 05:33 PM

i wish they kept the regular shift.

Exterior looks good, not sure how i feel about that rear diffuser tho.

iifymbro · 05-17-2022, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jiimmmayyy

Glad I got my 2022 when I did 😂

+1, would've been pissed if I held off buying until this released

Burrcold · 05-17-2022, 05:35 PM

Looks better than the leaks, but the pre-LCI looks so much better (inside and out).

John Tanglewood · 05-17-2022, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by thescorpion

It absolutely blows my mind that they refuse to offer ventilated seats in this class. The A4/S4 and C-Class have had it as an option for years.

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Originally Posted by thescorpion

It absolutely blows my mind that they refuse to offer ventilated seats in this class. The A4/S4 and C-Class have had it as an option for years.

Pay up buddy!!

k4sh_90 · 05-17-2022, 05:41 PM

That front end is growing on me. Not so much the interior though.

SW19 · 05-17-2022, 05:41 PM

A few pics of the M340i.Doesn’t seem to have the M logo on the kidney grille like the leaked pic from China.It also doesn’t have the M stitching on the steering wheel.I definitely don’t like the huge rear diffuser.

InfinitiG20 · 05-17-2022, 05:42 PM

Are laser lights available?

Also, pre-LCI for the win!

Project_F87 · 05-17-2022, 05:45 PM

Looks absolutely fantastic!!

LPTyler · 05-17-2022, 05:45 PM

I like it, but maybe not the interior. I have an M340 on order, not sure if I want to hold out for this. It looks like there may be some fun new colors too. I will likely just keep my order and if it gets bumped it gets bumped.

sikotic · 05-17-2022, 05:47 PM

they got rid of the shifting knob?? Lol now its paddles or nothing

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