- BMW has announced a new Black Package for the 3- and 4-Series.
- It adds black badging and wheels as well as carbon fiber trim.
- The iX3 gains an entry-level variant as well as several new options.
BMW continuously updates their product lineup and it’s happening once again as the automaker has announced a series of changes for the summer. These are relatively minor, but include an entry-level iX3 and a new Black Package.
Starting with the latter, the Black Package will be offered on M Performance versions of the 3-Series, 4-Series Gran Coupe, and i4 Gran Coupe. It’s offered in conjunction with the M Sport Pro package and sees the cars outfitted with “motorsport-inspired carbon fiber details.”
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Exterior changes are relatively subtle, but include black badging and black 19-inch lightweight wheels. The upgrades continue inside with carbon fiber trim and an M leather steering wheel with carbon fiber accents.
BMW’s electric crossover sees a number of updates including the launch of the entry-level iX3 40. Originally announced in March, the model has a smaller 82.6 kWh battery as well as a rear-mounted motor developing 316 hp (235 kW / 320 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. This enables the model to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 5.9 seconds, hit a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h), and have a WLTP range of up to 395 miles (637 km).
The EV’s color palette expands thanks to several new BMW Individual options. Choices include Grigio Telesto pearl effect metallic, Java Green II metallic, Malachite Green metallic, Orinoco pearl effect, Purple Silk metallic, Sepang Bronze metallic, and Twilight Purple pearl effect.
Buyers will also find a new 21-inch wheel option and a two-tone Contemporary Agave interior. Customers can also get newly available heated rear seats in conjunction with the optional Innovation package.
Additional changes are limited, but BMW is bringing their previously announced M Ignite technology to cars this summer. The eco-friendly upgrades land in the M3 and M4 this July, while the M2 follows in August.
Furthermore, the 2-Series Coupe as well as the 4-Series Coupe and Convertible now come standard with a Seal & Drive Tire Kit. M Sport versions of the X3 get new keys featuring M stripes, while the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant has also been updated.
