Locally Assembled BMW 3-Series to be in showrooms by 22 July
Kuala Lumpur, 17 July 2006 – BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd today announced the launch of its highly anticipated, locally assembled version of the BMW 3 Series. The company launched a three-variant model line-up comprising the new 320i, 320iSE and 325i.
Wolfgang Schlimme, Managing Director, BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd said the company expects to see stronger sales with the given availability and choice of vehicles.
“We have continued to invest with our partner Sime Darby in local assembly with an emphasis on quality and choice. Now our customers will have more options and greater availability with these variants. At the same time, we will also continue to import other BMW models so that the Malaysian customer continues to enjoy the full model line-up.” Schlimme said.
The new BMW 325i comes with a 2.5 litre six-cylinder double-VANOS, VALVETRONIC capable of developing a maximum output of 218 bhp whilst the BMW 320i and 320iSE both have the 2.0 litre four-cylinder dual-VANOS, VALVETRONIC engines producing a maximum output of 150 bhp. All three models are equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions with Steptronic for the seamless switching of gears.
Boasting a high-level of standard equipment, all new locally assembled 3 Series models include dual-xenon headlamps, Dakota leather seats, automatic air conditioning, multifunction steering wheel, park distance control (PDC), foglights, and Radio BMW Professional.
In offering greater differentiation the four-cylinder variants of the BMW 320i and 320iSE offer different specifications. The BMW 320iSE features the additional 17 inch alloy rims, interior wood trim, electric front seats, sunblinds for rear windows and windscreen, rain sensor, automatic lights, cruise control as well as HiFi Loudspeaker system.
“For over 30 years, the BMW 3 Series has been recognised as both the innovator and leader in its segment. The new 3 Series launched last year took it to the next level and this is underlined by the fact that it was recently awarded 2006 World Car of the Year at the New York International Auto Show,” said Schlimme.
The new locally assembled BMW 3 Series will be in showrooms at all authorised BMW dealerships from 22nd July 2006.
Prices for the locally assembled BMW 3 Series are:
320i – RM232,800
320i SE – RM249,800
325i – RM288,800
