BMW 3-series Touring · photos, packages and modifications

Among various BMW's compact executive versions the BMW 3 Series Touring is one of the estate version. Its look like saloon from C-pillar forward but due to the extended roof line at the rear it gives a look of larger 5 Series Touring. It has the widest boot space in the class and offers 495 litres with seats up while gives space of 1,500 when seats folded. Touring is one of the sharpest in handling compact executive estate as of the 3 Series Saloon but it doesn't lose economy, therefore it has been proved a best buy. At present you can make a choice of one petrol and two diesel engines however very soon these will also include the full range with super-frugal 320 Efficient Dynamics. Touring is available in five different trims that are SE, Sport, M Sport, Modern and luxury trims. For the first time four wheel drive version i.e 320i xDrive with diesel 4x4 versions will be introduced in 2013.

The appearance of BMW 3 Series Touring has proved its worth well accepted by its users. At the front it gives a look of saloon due to similar nose and grille however at the rear it looks like larger BMW 5 Series. Its give a very stylish look and cannot be said as an adventurous but same is the case for its main competitors i.e Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes C-Class Estate. The cabin is elegant from inside and have a standard infotainment screen which is fitted above the dash board and can roll over from iDrive control wheel in the car's setting which is one of the latest update in BMW's Connected Drive system. It offers simple and easy operation with a smart look.

The success of BMW 3 Series Touring lies in its design which gives an edge to it. It has a rear wheel drive design while engine is front mounted. The BMW's Drive Performance Control system enable the driver to set the response of throttle, steering and stability control as per his desire. For extraordinary performance you can select 330d diesel engines however 2.0 litre diesel will also give a better performance and that too with good fuel economy. Like every 3 series it will also deliver 60 mpg therefore need for the thirstier is a question mark however remain appropriate for 328i petrol. Six-cylinder 335i petrol and the efficient 320d petrol will soon join the family but its not only the engine which gives you the satisfaction its an overall combo of finest fittings which give you a sense that own a great family car.

Five-star Euro NCAP rating has been achieved by BMW 3 Series saloon. It has a full suite which includes tyre pressure warnings, airbags and plus stability control. The said list is not limited to you can also avail extra offered add-on like blind spot warning and lane keep assist however these features will also rise the price therefore you need to ascertain whether you need added features or not. Nevertheless the optional head-up display is one of the very usefull attribute it projests key driver information right into the windscreen therefore your attention will never divert off the road.

The BMW 3 Series also offered better carrying capacity as compared to Compact executive estates. It's boot capacity is 495-litres which is 10 litres bigger than Mercedes C-Class and 5 litres bigger than Audi A4 Avant. All BMW 3 Series cars have power boot lid as standard fitting and the opening of rear glass is independent therefore you can just put your things in the boot and opening of tailgate is not required everytime. The boot of Touring is also a very adaptable as compare to the 3 Series Saloon. Its's rear seats are foldable with a ratio of 40:20:40 and it's boot also have some very useful gadgets like a cargo net, a folding floor divider, lashing hooks in the floor, bag hooks and plus extra hooks hence the interior of touring can be converted into five-seat or two seat modes.