When BMW gave the three Sequence a mid-cycle replace in 2022, it introduced that U.S.-bound fashions can be produced solely on the San Luis Potosí manufacturing unit in Mexico. Nevertheless, it has lately come to our consideration that the G20 remains to be imported from the Munich plant in Germany.
A dependable insider on the Bimmer Submit boards claims that “BMW has quietly began constructing” U.S.-spec G20 330i sedans in each rear- and all-wheel-drive configurations. We reached out to BMW USA to confirm the report. Right here’s what a spokesperson advised us:
“BMW maintains a versatile world manufacturing community and can proceed to import BMW 3 Sequence automobiles from each Mexico and Germany. This is applicable not solely to the 330i variants, however to all 3 Sequence fashions produced for the U.S. market.”
This additionally implies that the M340i, in each rear- and all-wheel-drive variations bearing the “Made in Germany” label, is bought within the U.S. The complete-fat M3 stays solely inbuilt Munich.
Should you’re questioning how a lot life is left within the G20 and G80: the previous is reportedly scheduled to finish manufacturing in October 2026, with the latter following a number of months later in February 2027.
As we beforehand reported, the next-generation 3 Sequence and M3 are unlikely to be produced in Munich. The historic plant transitions solely to electrical automobile manufacturing beginning in 2027. So, the place does that go away the 3er? In keeping with our sources, manufacturing is anticipated to shift to Dingolfing. The G50 3 Sequence is projected to enter manufacturing in November 2026, whereas the primary G84 M3 may roll off the road in July 2028.
BMW is planning one other M Efficiency mannequin with an inline-six engine, although it received’t be referred to as the M340i. As an alternative, this not-quite-M variant might be rebranded because the M350 and will produce as much as 417 horsepower. If correct, it could be a 31-hp enhance over the present U.S.-spec M340i. It’s anticipated to be out there with each rear- and all-wheel drive. As for the following M3, sources recommend it’s going to ship between 530 and 560 horsepower. Nevertheless, the flagship may come solely with xDrive and an computerized transmission.
It’s nonetheless unclear whether or not there might be one other 3 Sequence Touring with combustion engines. The rumored mannequin reportedly carries the interior codename “G51,” however its manufacturing has not but been confirmed. Our sources point out that the i3 Touring (NA1) has a greater probability of getting the inexperienced gentle.
Supply: BMW USA, Bimmer Post
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