Automotive Database: BMW 3 Series (E90)

The BMW E90 series is the fifth generation of the BMW 3 Series range of compact executive cars, including saloon, estate (designated as E91, marketed as Touring), coupé (E92) and coupé cabriolet (E93) configurations. A high-performance BMW M3 version of the E90, E92, and E93 is available as well.

Manufacturer	BMW
Production	December 2004 – October 2011
Model years	2006 – 2011
Assembly	Leipzig, Germany Munich, Germany Toluca, Mexico Jakarta, Indonesia (Gaya Motor) (since 2011) Regensburg, Germany Pretoria, South Africa 6th of October City, Egypt Kaliningrad, Russia Shenyang, China Chennai, India (CKD) Selangor, Malaysia
Predecessor	BMW 3 Series E46
Successor	BMW F30
Class	Compact executive car
Body style	2-door coupé (BMW E92) 2-door convertible (BMW E93) 4-door saloon (BMW E90) 5-door touring (BMW E91)
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / all-wheel drive
Engine	Petrol: 1.6L I4 2.0L I4 2.5L I6 3.0L I6 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 4.0L V8 Diesel: 2.0L Diesel I4 3.0L Diesel I6 3.0L Twin-Turbo Diesel I6
Wheelbase	2,761 mm (108.7 in)
Length	Estate: 4,526 mm (178.2 in) Convertible: 4,587 mm (180.6 in) 2007–2010 Coupé: 181.1 in (4,600 mm) 2011– Coupé: 181.9 in (4,620 mm) saloon: 4,526 mm (178.2 in)
Width	Saloon & Estate: 1,816 mm (71.5 in) Convertible & Coupé: 1,783 mm (70.2 in)
Height	2009– Estate: 1,417 mm (55.8 in) 2006–08 Touring: 1,455 mm (57.3 in) Convertible: 1,384 mm (54.5 in) 328i Coupé: 1,374 mm (54.1 in) 328xi Coupé: 1,394 mm (54.9 in) 335i Coupé: 1,377 mm (54.2 in) i saloon: 1,420 mm (55.9 in) xi saloon: 1,425 mm (56.1 in)
Related	BMW M3 BMW X3
Designer(s)	Joji Nagashima (Saloon: 2002) Marc Michael Markefka (Coupé, Convertible: 2003) Christoph Nordmann (Estate: 2002)

Overview

The E90 had broad appeal, and was BMW's highest selling model of the time and the highest selling luxury car in the US and Canada. It has multiple body styles and engine choices that offers a wide range of performance levels including the M3 which is based on the E90. To accommodate this variety of roles the E90 is equipped with a fully independent suspension including aluminium MacPherson struts in the front, and steel 5-link Multi-link suspension in the back. Front brakes have much more stopping power than rear brakes, and one feature of the E90's suspension was to allow very large, high performance front brakes. Also, the use of steel designed to provide high strength for casting applications allowed BMW to greatly reduce the weight and cost of the rear suspension, in addition, the rear axle can be completely pre-assembled and adjusted with the brake system and suspension.
The E90 also introduced run-flat tyres to the 3 Series range. Consequently, cars with run-flats are not equipped with a spare tyre. While these theoretically improve performance and handling, run-flats sometimes cost more to replace and can give a harsher ride.

Body styles and models

Saloon (E90)

Pre-facelift BMW 325i (E90), US

Pre-facelift BMW 320i (E90), Australia

The saloon model was the first model sold of the 5th generation BMW 3 series. Debuting in the US in 2005 as a 2006 model, the E90 came in two trims, the 325i/xi and 330i/xi models. Later, the 3 Series lineup received an engine boost with the debuts of the 2007 328i/xi and 335i/xi models, the 335i/xi receiving the new 3.0L twin-turbo inline-6 engine.
With the introduction of the pre face-lifted 2006 E90 body style we see an evolution to a more modern car with sharp lines, edgy corners, and a contemporary interior. The new 3 Series has proved not to be as controversial as redesigns of the 2002 E65 7 Series, and 2004 E60 5 Series, possibly due to the fact that it is BMW’s top selling model. Most of the round corners, and traditional interior of the (E46) is replaced with sharp edges. This is evident in a sharp line running across the dashboard, a long crease spanning the length of the car running through the door handles, and sharp edges in the bumpers, and side skirts. The indicator lamps are now housed in the same unit as the head lamp. The top of the kidney grilles have two flat pieces of chrome attached to the bonnet. Side view mirrors are no longer tinted blue and have changed to an oval shape. The arch of the roofline is not quite as symmetrical as the (E46) and is slightly flat on top. The rear end (boot, rear bumper, tail lamps) has taken on the controversial shape of a “bangle butt”. Tail lamps are now red, and no longer have amber turn signals (only for North American market); side repeaters and front indicator lamps are now clear and not amber. Mid-range (330i/335i) models have chrome inserts in the kidney grilles, a chrome strip outlining the side windows, 1-inch-larger wheels on sport models, and "angel eye" bi-xenon HID projector head lamps; base models (325i/328i) lack these minor exterior upgrades.
The interior has sharp lines running across a boxy dashboard. A wide, rectangular piece of trim runs across the dashboard which encloses the air con vents. Push button ignition with a key fob has replaced the traditional turn-key ignition. The centre console contains a swooping piece of trim with ash tray inserts that run from the arm rest to the dashboard. Radio/climate control is integrated into a more boxy frame. Optional I-Drive is now housed flush in the top of dashboard. Two somewhat flimsy pop-out cup-holders protrude out of the passenger side of the dashboard. The door panels have a-symmetrical lines; the door trim has moved to below the leather-stitched arm rests that swoop downward. Window/Lock buttons have moved from the center console to the doors for front occupants. Aluminium Door handles have taken on a twisted and contemporary shape. Cruise control buttons have been moved from the steering wheel face to a stalk behind it.
The Canadian 3 Series followed the US very closely, and also had an additional trim in the entry-level 323i RWD sedan, which takes over from the 1997 BMW 320i (E36) and its 168 hp 2.2-litre inline six, which was in turn preceded by the 1997 BMW 318i 138 hp (103 kW) inline four. Its 2.5L inline-6 engine produced 174 hp for the 2006 model year and then 200 hp for 2007 onwards. With an MSRP of $35.200 for the 2006 model year, the 323i is priced the same as the BMW 128i, making them the least-expensive vehicles in the BMW Canadian lineup. As the base model in 3 Series lineup in Canada, the 323i does not have available or optional; Xenon headlamps, fog lamps, automatic climate control, power-adjustable seats, satellite navigation, premium audio, and Dakota leather upholstery. The 323i also only has a six-speaker audio system and 16-inch alloy wheels. The 2006-7 model year 323i did not have an engine block heater available—though one can be retrofitted—without this ignition in extremely cold weather are problematic. The 323i received fog lamps for 2008, automatic climate control for 2009, and 17-inch alloy wheels for 2010. Amenities like a glass sunroof, heated front seats, Bluetooth, and USB input are options on the 323i that are standard on the more expensive 3 Series trims. Facing heavy competition from the more-recently refreshed Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW Canada released the 2011 BMW 323i Luxury Edition with an MSRP of $37.650, including $3.500 of upgrades including automatic transmission, 17-inch alloy wheels, electric front seats, Bluetooth and USB compatibility, and an electric glass sunroof.

Estate (E91)

Pre-facelift BMW 328i (E91), US

The E91 estate is known as the 3 Series Touring or Sports Wagon. It features an optional panoramic sunroof, which stretches far enough for passengers in the rear to enjoy. Unladen weight of 328i is 3527 lbs (1600 kg as stated in 3 Series SportWagon Brochure).
Unlike the alternative body styles, there was no high-performance M3 variant of the E91. Trim levels otherwise followed the E90 saloon closely. These included the next highest-performance trim, the 335i, with its turbocharged petrol I-6 engine. Other powertrains used a range of petrol and diesel I-6 and I-4 engines, paired with RWD and/or xDrive AWD. Markets such as the United States and Canada, however, offered but a small subset of their already limited E90 trims. In these two markets, only the 325xi with AWD was available prior to 2007, and only the 328i in RWD and xDrive AWD forms was offered from 2007 onwards.

Coupé (E92)

Pre-facelift BMW 325i (E92), Australia

Pre-facelift BMW 335i (E92), Australia

The two-door iteration of the 3-Series became available in August 2006 as a 2007 model, being released one year after the saloon. It is the second BMW coupé offered with BMW xDrive, BMW's moniker for all-wheel-drive, after the 325ix of the late 1980s and early 1990s. The E92 is available in the 316i, 318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335is, 335xi, 320d, 320xd, 325d, 330d, 330xd, 335d, M3 and M3 GTS and trims (availability of certain models depends on region).
The coupé's body is its own design and no longer derived from the saloon with two less doors like its predecessors. Almost every exterior design cue is different from the saloon counterpart. Head lamps are shaped more narrow, kidney grilles are more round, and the tail lamps are much wider. The roofline is much lower, including the boot and rear-end appears to be pushed down when parked next to an E90 saloon. Bumpers and side skirts are unique. The bonnet is slightly longer as are the doors. The shape of the driver and passenger windows are shorter and wider; rear occupants are treated to a much smaller side window. Also the rear windscreen appears shorter and has less visibility. Most wheel designs are different from the saloon and the coupé. Selections include 17” for the base models, 18” with a sports package, and optional 19” wheels. The interior shares the same dashboard, center console, and front bucket seats as the saloon. A small metallic strip outlines the steering wheel. Metallic materials of the door handle, steering wheel trim, radio knob bezels, air con vents, and automatic transmission shift levers are chrome in the coupé as opposed to aluminium in the saloon. The door panels are much longer, it seats two passengers in the rear instead of the three-person bench, and also includes a rear centre console tray. A "Creamy" Beige leather interior with a much lighter tone is offered in the coupé instead of the standard Beige color as seen in the saloon. The coupé also features frameless doors like its E46 predecessor. There are also retractable arms that extend from the B-pillar to hand the seat belt to the driver and/or passenger when the key fob is in the ignition and the door is closed. Compared to the E90 saloon, an E92 is generally £2.000 GBP more expensive; E92s also have more features such as standard Xenon HID head lamps.

Convertible (E93)

Pre-facelift BMW 325i (E93) with roof retracted, Germany

Pre-facelift BMW 335i (E93) with roof unretracted, US

The 3 Series convertible is also known as the coupé cabriolet on BMW's website. It is the first model in BMW's lineup with a 3-piece folding aluminium hard-top roof, as previous (E46 3 Series) and existing convertibles (E63 6 Series, E85 Z4) were soft-tops. The new convertible is also the centre of many new technological advancements for BMW as well as the recipient of many existing safety and performance technologies that have been improved upon for the new model. The E93 3 Series convertible improves upon BMW's "Comfort Access" option, by allowing the user to completely raise and lower the folding roof by simply pressing and holding the respective buttons on the key fob. Overall visibility is up 38 percent, thanks to the side windows which are 30 percent larger, compared to the E46 3 Series Cabriolet.
When first offered, the 3 Series convertible was the only retractable hardtop alongside the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (a 2-seater roadster) in that price category, with the 3 Series being the only one with a 2+2 seating configuration. Other manufacturers have since produced retractable hardtop convertibles in the compact executive (entry-level luxury) car segment, such as the Lexus IS C and Infiniti G37 convertible, to compete with the BMW 3 Series. Although the BMW 3 Series convertible is considerably more expensive than its direct rivals, it has been considered by reviewers to be better engineered, in regards to passenger/boot space (even with the roof down) and driving dynamics (particularly weight and chassis rigidity).

Specifications

BMW plant in Leipzig, Germany: Spot welding of
BMW 3 series car bodies with KUKA industrial robots

Engines

Version	Local	Production	Engine	Power	Torque	Acceleration 0–100 km/h
Petrol engines
316i	EUR	2007–2009	1.6 L I4	122 PS (90 kW; 120 bhp)	160 Nm (118 lbft)	10.8 s
318i	EUR	2005–2007	2.0 L I4	129 PS (95 kW; 127 bhp)	180 Nm (133 lbft)	10.0 s
318i	EUR	2007–	2.0 L I4 N43 B20U0	143 PS (105 kW; 141 bhp)	190 Nm (140 lbft)	9.1 s
320i	EUR	2005–2007	2.0 L I4	150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp)	200 Nm (148 lbft)	9.0 s
320i	EUR	2007+	2.0 L I4	170 PS (125 kW; 168 bhp)	210 Nm (155 lbft)	8.2 s
320si	EUR	2006	2.0 L I4	177 PS (130 kW; 175 bhp)	210 Nm (155 lbft)	8.1 s
323i	CA	2005–2006	2.5 L I6 N52B25	177 PS (130 kW; 175 bhp)	230 Nm (170 lbft)
323i	CA	2007+	2.5 L I6	204 PS (150 kW; 201 bhp)	250 Nm (184 lbft)
325i	EUR, CA	2005–2007	2.5 L I6	218 PS (160 kW; 215 bhp)	250 Nm (184 lbft)	7.0 s
325i	US, EUR	2006+	3.0 L I6	218 PS (160 kW; 215 bhp)	270 Nm (199 lbft)	6.7 s
328i	US, CA	2007+	3.0 L I6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 bhp)	270 Nm (199 lbft)
330i	US, CA	2006	3.0 L I6	258 PS (190 kW; 254 bhp)	300 Nm (221 lbft)
330i	EUR	2005–2007	3.0 L I6	258 PS (190 kW; 254 bhp)	300 Nm (221 lbft)	6.3 s
330i	EUR	2007+	3.0 L I6	272 PS (200 kW; 268 bhp)	320 Nm (236 lbft)	6.1 s
335i	US, CA, EUR	2007–2010	3.0 L twin-turbo I6 N54	306 PS (225 kW; 302 bhp)	400 Nm (295 lbft)	5.6 s
335i	US, CA, EUR	2011	3.0 L twin scroll-turbo I6 N55	306 PS (225 kW; 302 bhp)	400 Nm (295 lbft)	5.6 s
335is	US, CA	2010+	3.0 L twin-turbo I6 N54	326 PS (240 kW; 322 bhp)	450 Nm (332 lbft)	5.4 s (DCT)
M3	US, CA, EUR	2007+	4.0 L V8 S65	420 PS (309 kW; 414 bhp)	400 Nm (295 lbft)	4.6 s (DCT)
M3 GTS	EUR	2010+	4.4 L V8 S65	450 PS (331 kW; 444 bhp)	435 Nm (321 lbft)	4.4 s
Diesel engines
Version	Local	Production	Engine	Power	Torque	Acceleration 0–100 km/h
316d	EUR	2009+	2.0 L I4	116 PS (85 kW; 114 bhp)	260 Nm (192 lbft)	10.9 s
318d	EUR	2005–2007	2.0 L I4	122 PS (90 kW; 120 bhp)	280 Nm (207 lbft)	10.6 s
318d	EUR	2007–	2.0 L I4	143 PS (105 kW; 141 bhp)	300 Nm (221 lbft)	9.3 s
320d	EUR	2005–2007 M47 I4	2.0 L I4	163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp)	350 Nm (258 lbft)	8.3 s
320d	EUR	2007–2010 N47 I4	2.0 L I4	177 PS (130 kW; 175 bhp)	350 Nm (258 lbft)	7.9 s
320d	EUR	2010–	2.0 L I4	184 PS (135 kW; 181 bhp)	380 Nm (280 lbft)	7.5 s - 7.9 s
320d EfficientDynamics	EUR	2010–	2.0 L I4	163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp)	380 Nm (280 lbft)	8.2 s
325d	EUR	2006–2010	3.0 L I6	197 PS (145 kW; 194 bhp)	400 Nm (295 lbft)	7.4 s
325d	EUR	2010–	3.0 L I6	204 PS (150 kW; 201 bhp)	430 Nm (317 lbft)	7.0 s
330d	EUR	2005–2008	3.0 L I6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 bhp)	500 Nm (369 lbft)	6.7 s
330d	EUR	2008–	3.0 L I6	245 PS (180 kW; 242 bhp)	520 Nm (384 lbft)	6.1 s
335d BluePerformance	US, CA	2009-2011	3.0 L I6	269 PS (198 kW; 265 bhp)	576 Nm (425 lbft)	6.4 s
335d	EUR	2006–	3.0 L I6	286 PS (210 kW; 282 bhp)	580 Nm (428 lbft)	6.0 s

N54 fuel pump failures

In both the US and Canadian markets, the N54 engine has been plagued by a very large number of High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) failures, leading to many BMW NA vehicle Lemon Law "buy backs" and reduced customer goodwill. On some engines the HPFP has failed more than four times within the first few years of service.
BMW has instituted a 10-year, 120.000-mile (190.000 km) warranty on the part, but only for 2007, 2008 and 2009 model year vehicles with the N54 engine. Other model years, to include 2009 models, continue to report HPFP failures. As of late 2009, the low pressure fuel sensor has become suspected of causing some premature failures of the HPFP by engine tuners such as AMS and CP-E. BMW has engineered a newer HPFP model which has not resolved the issue. The new HPFP part number is: 13-51-7-594-943 and it replaces 13-51-7-592-881. BMW's failure to solve the HPFP problem has led to serious safety concerns over dangerous sudden losses of power at highway speeds. Reports of drivers being stranded are not uncommon and some have accused BMW of actively concealing the problem rather than addressing it. On 26 October 2010, BMW announced a recall of vehicles with the pump in question from manufacturing years 2007–2010.
The current recall along with the replacement of the HPFP includes a recalibration in the ECU to prime the HPFP with the LPFP prior to the HPFP starting. The current part number for the HPFP for the recall is the same as that found in the BMW 1M.

Color combinations/options in the United States

Exterior Paint Color

Monaco Blue

Titanium Silver Metallic

Black Sapphire Metallic

Montego Blue Metallic

Blue Water Metallic

Le Mans Blue Metallic

Space Gray Metallic

Deep Sea Blue Metallic

Tasman Green Metallic

Vermilion Red Metallic

Platinum Bronze Metallic

Alpine White

Jet Black

Crimson Red

Electric Red

Sparkling Graphite Metallic

Interior Color

Leather Dakota Grey

Chesnutt brown Dakota Leather

Beige Dakota Leather

Saddle brown Dakota leather

Oyster and black Dakota leather

Black Dakota leather

Beige leatherette

Black leatherette

Cohiba Brown

Coral Red/Black Dakota Leather (coupé only)

Cream Beige Dakota Leather (coupé only)

Trim

Dark burl walnut wood trim

Light burl walnut wood trim

Glacier silver aluminium trim

Aluminium trim

Bamboo Anthracite Wood trim (coupé only)

Packages

Convenience package (USD$1.800) – Comfort access keyless entry, park distance control, anti-theft alarm system
M sport package (USD$3.750) – Park distance control, 18” wheels, M steering wheel, M sports leather steering wheel with paddle shifters, sports suspension, shadow line exterior trim, increased top speed limiter, anthracite roof lining, sport seats, aerodynamic kit
Cold weather package (USD$1.150) – Retractable head lamp washers, heated front seats, split folding rear seats, ski bag
Premium package (USD$2.650) – Interior mirror with compass, BMW assist with Bluetooth, lumbar support, auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors, universal garage door opener.

Options Sports leather steering wheel with paddle shifters (USD$100), heated steering wheel (USD$190), split folding rear seats (USD$475), comfort access keyless entry (USD$500), heated front seats ($500), satellite navigation, BMW assist with enhanced Bluetooth and USB (USD$2.150), active cruise control (USD$2.400), SiriusXM satellite radio (USD$350), BMW apps (USD$250), iPod and USB adapter (USD$400), Harman Kardon surround sound system (USD$875), anti-theft alarm system (USD$400), automatic dipped beams (USD$250), BMW assist with Bluetooth (USD$750), active steering (USD$1.550), power rear sunshade (USD$350).

Note: Some options/colour schemes are not available on models before 2012.

Initial release

320si (2006-)

It is a limited (2600 units) version of 3 Series saloon built to qualify the homologation requirement for the FIA World Touring Car Championship(WTCC). The 320si uses a modified 4-cylinder engine (N45) different from the standard 320i (N46). Modifications include an increased redline to 7.300 rpm, a shortened stroke (by 2 mm), an increased bore (by 1 mm) and a higher compression ratio (11,0:1). The engine is mostly hand-built and does not have Valvetronic, decreasing the number of moving parts. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 8.1 seconds and acceleration in fourth gear from 80 km/h (50 mph) to 120 km/h (75 mph) takes 7.7 seconds compared with a standard 320i which achieves them in 9.0 and 9.1 seconds respectively. Fourth gear acceleration is comparable to that of the 325i which achieves the 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph) sprint in 7.5 seconds. BMW WTCC works driver Andy Priaulx won two of his three consecutive World Championships in the 320si E90 as well as four other drivers achieving over 35 wins in the championship since the cars release.
The BMW 320si is used by a few teams in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). Colin Turkington won the 2009 BTCC Drivers championship using the BMW 320si.

M3 (2007-)

It is a version of 3 Series Coupé with:

4.0-litre V8 engine (S65B40) rated 420 PS (309 kW; 414 hp)@8300rpm and 400 Nm (295 lbft)@3900rpm
double-arm spring strut front axle are made of aluminium
five-arm rear axle also made of aluminium
Variable M Limited-Slip Differential
optional MDrive preset
Electronic Damper Control with three selectable programs
lightweight long-fibre thermoplastic carriers beneath the bumpers front and rear
bi-xenon dual headlights with corona rings as a daytime light function
larger air intake scoops
flared wheel arches
rear panel with diffuser
18-inch light-alloy rims in BMW M design
roof made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic
choice of 8 body colours, including four standard colours, four new M metallic colours
BMW M design dual round instruments
optional Control Display in the middle of the dashboard
upper side of the centre console unholstered in black leather on all interior and equipment variants
iDrive control system with MDrive menu level and optional MDrive button
rear seat bench made up of two individual seats with lightweight through-loading (optional removable ski-bag)
cloth and leather seat upholstery (optional all-leather upholstery in four different colours)
optional upholstery on the lower section of the instrument panel, the cover on the glove compartment, and the side panels on the centre console
optional four exclusive trim strips extending across the entire dashboard from one side to the other beneath the Control Display and instrument cluster
optional satellite navigation systems, mobile BMW Online internet portal, BMW Assist telematics service, BMW TeleServices for wireless communication of service data to the driver’s BMW Service Partner
optional BMW Individual High-End audio system developed by BMW M GmbH

M3 Saloon (2007-2011)

It is a version of 3 Series Sedan with:

4.0-litre V8 engine rated 420 PS (309 kW; 414 hp)@8300rpm and 400 N·m (295 lb·ft)@3900rpm
six-speed manual gearbox with integrated, temperature-controlled oil cooling, two-disc clutch
MDrive serving to set and retrieve the driver's specific configuration of the engine control map, the suspension and DSC set-up, as well as the Servotronic control map as an additional option
All-new chassis and suspension with specific, weight-optimised components as well as BMW M axle kinematics
forged aluminium track control arms
compound high-performance brake system
optional EDC Electronic Damper Control with three selectable control maps
aluminium engine compartment lid with powerdome
front end with large air intakes
widely flared wheel arches
"Gills" in the front side panels, M-specific side-sills even more widely flared towards the rear of the car
discreet spoiler lip reducing lift forces on the rear axle
dual tailpipes characteristic of BMW M
front-end design matching the Coupé
six airbags, three-point inertia-reel seat belts on all seats, belt latch tensioners, belt force limiters and central safety electronics for appropriate control and management of the car's restraint systems all featured as standard
bi-xenon dual headlights
optional Adaptive Headlights
five seats
BMW Individual High End Audio System with 9-channel amplifier and 16 high-performance loudspeakers as an option
model-specific paintwork and equipment variants

BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo (2007-2010)

It is a version of BMW 335i with twin turbocharged engine rated 360 PS (265 kW; 355 hp)@5500-6000rpm and 500 Nm (369 lbft)@3800-5000rpm, ZF 6-speed sport automatic gearbox with SWITCH-TRONIC, blue instrument clusters, oil temperature gauge, ALPINA Classic 18-inch wheels with Michelin tires (225/40 ZR18 front, 255/25 ZR18 rear) (optional 19-inch Dynamic or 19-inch Classic wheels).
The vehicle was unveiled in 2007 Geneva Motor Show, with BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo Cabrio unveiled in 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.

BMW ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo (2008 -)

Based on the 320 model but using a version of the BMW 123d engine with increased engine power to 214 PS (157 kW; 211 hp)@4100rpm and 450 Nm (332 lbft)@2000-2500rpm, 6-speed manual (ZFGS6-53DZ) or 6-speed automatic gearbox with SWITCH-TRONIC (ZF6HP19), ALPINA CLASSIC 18-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires (245/40　ZR18 front, 265/40　ZR18 rear). Suspension changes and before release the BMW vin number is replaced with an Alpina VIN number.
UK model of D3 Bi-Turbo Coupé went on sale in limited quantities (100 units) via ALPINA GB.
Japan model went on sale beginning in 1 April 2009 in limited quantities (150 units).

BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo Allrad (2008-2010)

Available in Saloon, Estate, Coupé bodies, it is an all-wheel drive version of BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo, based on BMW 335xi.

M3 Convertible (2008 -)

The M3 high-performance variant of the convertible debuted in 2008, sharing the same powertrain as the M3 saloon (which also debuted for 2008) and coupé (released in 2007). Its closest competitor at the time was the Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG cabriolet.

M3 Edition Models (2009 -)

They are limited versions of M3 Coupé. All models include:

black engine compartment lid
side gills and dual tailpipes on the exhaust system in dark eloxy-plated chrome
caps on the BMW M exterior mirrors in black and are connected to the A-pillars by dual arms extending out of the mirror base finished in body colour
seats in Black Novillo Leather feature bespoke contrasting seams, vertical trim stripes on the upper section of the backrest and at the front of the leg rest
entry trim bars in Checkered Flag Design bearing the “M3“ model designation
19-inch forged M light-alloy rims in double-spoke design in black or classic rim colour
lowering body height by 10mm

Alpine White, Black, Dakar Yellow, and Monte Carlo Blue models include Alpine White Non-Metallic, Black Non-Metallic, Dakar Yellow Non-Metallic, Monte Carlo Blue Metallic body colours respectively.
The surfaces on the centre armrest, the centre console and the armrests on the door panels are finished in White on the Alpine White and Black models, which include interior trim in Carbon Structure Leather with white contrasting seams.
Alpine White and Black models feature seats with bespoke contrasting seams as well as vertical trim stripes on the upper section of the backrest and at the front of the leg rest. On the Alpine White and Black models, these features come in white, on the Dakar Yellow and Monte Carlo Blue models they are in the appropriate exterior colour.
The armrests and door closing handles at the inside of the Dakar Yellow and Monte Carlo Blue models come with yellow and blue contrasting seams respectively.
The vehicle went on sale in July 2009.

Gearboxes

Beginning with 2008, 7-speed M double-clutch gearbox with Drivelogic is available for BMW M3 Coupé, BMW M3 Saloon, and BMW M3 Convertible.

Safety

Euro NCAP scores

Adult Occupant:	5/5
Child Occupant:	4/5
Pedestrian:	1/4

The Euro NCAP noted the poor pedestrian protection awarding 4 points out of 36, reporting the 3-series was "very disappointing" in this measure.

IIHS

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives the 3-series a "Good" overall rating in both the frontal and side impact crash tests. The 3-series received "Good" marks in all six of the frontal crash test categories, and "Good" marks in six of the nine categories in the side impact test. The IIHS also gave the 3-series the Top Safety Pick award. The convertible is rated "Marginal" in side impacts, making the 3-series convertible the lowest rated vehicle currently sold in its class in IIHS tests.
2008 sedan NHTSA scores

Frontal Driver:	4/5
Frontal Passenger:	4/5
Side Rear Driver:	5/5
Side Rear Passenger:	5/5
Rollover:	4/5

Production

In 2002, Norbert Reithofer and Development Chief Burkhard Goeschel started an initiative to halve the time it took to reach full production of the next generation 3-series from six months to three.
First marketed in March 2005, the car quickly became BMW Group's best-selling motorcar worldwide, and by the end of the year 229.900 vehicles had been delivered.

Production period

BMW plant in Leipzig, Germany: Spot welding of BMW 3 series car industry bodies with KUKA robots.

Sedan (E90): December 2004 - September 2008
Touring (E91): September 2005 - September 2008
Coupe (E92): September 2006 - March 2010
Convertible (E93): March 2007 - March 2010
M3 Saloon (E90): March 2008 - September 2008
M3 Coupe (E92): September 2007 - March 2010
M3 Convertible (E93): May 2008 - March 2010

Awards

In April 2006, the E90 was Stephen Schwartz wins Richard World Car of the Year title. The car was Balance Between Praised for its performance and practicality, as well as Between style and seriousness. The jury Also Praised the new diesel engines and the all-wheel-drive variants.
Car and Driver magazine listed the E90 3 Series on Their Ten Best list for the 16th time in 24 years of the list's publication.
The E90 was named "Best New Sports Saloon" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards.
It was Japan's Import Car of the Year for 2005-06.
The British motoring magazine What Car? Awarded it Car of the Year 2006. From 2006 to 2011, it They Also Awarded Compact Executive of the Year.
However, in the 2006 European Car of the Year awards, the E90 was pushed into fourth place by the Renault Clio (first), Volkswagen Passat (second) and the Alfa Romeo 159 (third).

E90/E91 facelift (2009-2011)

saloon (E90) since 9/2008 front view

saloon (E90) since 9/2008 rear view

Touring (E91) since 9/2008 front view

Touring (E91) since 9/2008 rear view

In September 2008, the Saloon and Estate were updated and released as 2009 models. Compared to typically subtle BMW minor model updates, the change to the E90 and E91 were relatively extensive.
The front and rear bumper, the wing mirrors, the head lamps and the tail lamps which return to the classic BMW L-shape as well as bonnet and boot lid were changed. The rear track on some models was increased by 24 mm (0.9 in). The BMW kidney grilles were re-arranged with a wider appearance, and lose two flat inserts attached to the bonnet; taking on a classic rounded shape. Two new creases run down the middle of the bonnet. The inner portion of the tail lamps have taken on a less boxy shape. Head lamps were slightly tweaked with LED turn signals and a small "eyebrow" added. In the interior high-quality materials and trim are used, also some control elements were changed. The front seats were equipped with crash activated head restraints.
There were also technical changes to the optional satellite navigation system "Professional", that provided with an internal non-removable disk and high-speed keys (now supplied by Harman Becker instead of Siemens VDO). In addition to the new updated iDrive, internet access (special equipment) was also introduced.
The new sat nav was first released in September 2008 with F01/F02 7-Series. CIC stands for Car Infotainment Computer and is made by a company named Becker, and they use a new operating system called QNX operating system. The CIC system changed the iDrive experience, replacing the display, computer and the controller. The new display is of a higher resolution, and is usually more responsive than the original CCC system. BMW also choose to integrate Internet access into the new system. The maps on the CIC-based systems are installed on an internal 2.5" 80GB Hard Drive. This Hard drive can also store up to 8GB of music files for playback. For easing the uploading of music files to the car, they chose to integrate a USB port in the glove compartment. After the year 2009 all LCI production CIC-based iDrive systems will support DVD video. This is only available when the vehicle is in the "Park" position (Automatic) or Neutral (Manual). DVD audio will continue to play if one decides to begin driving.
The 320d engine power output was increased from 177 to 184 bhp (137 kW; 187 PS). The 330d engine was replaced with the new BMW N57 all-aluminium diesel engine with a variable geometry turbocharger, and will develop 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp).
Only the E90 M3 received the new rear design and iDrive system from the E90 2009 model year facelift.

Production period

Refresh Saloon (E90 LCI): September 2008 - October 2011
Estate Refresh (E91 LCI): from September 2008
Refresh Saloon M3 (E90 LCI): September 2008 - October 2011

2010 Model Year update (2010-2012)

2011 BMW 328xi Coupe (E92) Facelift

Changes include:

All engines comply with EU5 emission standard.
New Estate models include 316d.
New Saloon models include 320d EfficientDynamics Edition.
For the 335i, the N54 twin turbo engine was replaced by N55 twin-scroll turbocharged engine with Valvetronic.
318d, 320d and 325d received power increase.
Sport, Lifestyle and Exclusive Edition were introduced for Saloon and Estate body vehicles.
Expanded BMW ConnectedDrive features.
EU6 emission compliance via optional BluePerformance emission control for 320d/330d Saloon, 320d Estate

Sport Editions include:

M Sports Suspension

18-inch light-alloy wheels in exclusive Dark Chrome star-spoke design

M Aerodynamics Package

Window shaft covers in BMW Individual High-Gloss Satin Chrome

exhaust tailpipes in Black Chrome

body colours ranges include Blue Water Metallic

sports seats

M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons

sports gear lever

pedal supports made of stainless steel

BMW Individual roof lining in Anthracite

Lifestyle Edition include:

Platinum Bronze body colour

trim bar on the front air dam in Silver

window shaft covers on all engine variants in chrome

17-inch light-alloy wheels

Exclusive seat upholstery (centre section in Layer cloth with outer seat elements in Fluid cloth), or seat in Anthracite, or a two-coloured seat with centre section in Ivory White and outer elements in Oyster

When ordered by the customer, Fluid cloth also comes on the door panels

interior trim in High-Gloss Platinum Bronze

Exclusive Edition includes:

trim bar on the front air dam in Silver

window shaft covers in chrome

17-inch light-alloy wheels

Deep Sea Blue Metallic body colour

roof railing in Satin-Gloss Aluminium on the BMW 3 Series Touring

Dakota leather seats in Oyster colour

leather sports steering wheel from BMW 3 Series Coupé and Convertible

interior trim in Bamboo, Anthracite Grain

BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo (2010 -)

It is a version of BMW 335i with twin turbocharged engine rated 400 PS (294 kW; 395 hp)@6000rpm and 540 Nm (398 lbft) @4500rpm, 6-speed Sport-Automatic gearbox with SWITCH-TRONIC, redesigned front spoiler, new rear diffuser which encloses the tailpipes, reducing lift, ALPINA Classic 19-inch light-alloy wheels (from BMW ALPINA B7) with MICHELIN Pilot Sport 2 (front 245/35 ZR19, rear 265/35 ZR19) tyres.
The Coupé version was unveiled in 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
UK models went on sale via Sytner, UK concessionaires for ALPINA after the 2010 Geneva Motor Show premiere, with deliveries started in July 2010.

M3 GTS (2010)

It is a version of M3 Coupé with 4.4-litre V8 engine rated 450 PS (331 kW; 444 hp), optional 7-speed M double-clutch gearbox with Drivelogic, rear axle subframe bolted firmly in position, features adjustment threads on the dampers for individual variation of the inbound and rebound strokes, six pistons front and four pistons rear fixed calipers, 19-inch M light-alloy Competition rims in double-spoke design with different-sized tyres front and rear, race-oriented front air dam and rear wing, BMW kidney grille and the gills at the side finished in dark eloxy-plated chrome, classic bucket seats, interior trim in carbon, M steering wheel in alcantara, door and side panels at the rear in alcantara, six-point seat belts, a fire extinguisher, an emergency-off switch.
Market launch began in spring 2010.
German model went on sale in July 2010.

2011 BMW 335is (2010-2013)

It is a version of BMW 3 Series Coupé and Convertible for North American market. It included N54 engine with increased power to 320 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque (370 lb-ft of torque with overboost), optional 7-speed Double Clutch Gearbox (DCT) with Launch Control and other special equipment. The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 New York International Auto Show.

M3 Pickup (2011)

It is a version of M3 with pickup truck body, used as a workshop transport vehicle for BMW M GmbH. It included load bed with aluminium sheeting, a trailer tow hitch. The maximum load capacity is 450 kilograms.
The vehicle was unveiled on 1 April 2011.

BMW 325d Touring/paramedic vehicle (2011)

It is a version of BMW 325d Touring with Alpine White non-metallic body colour with paramedic stickers (individual), Black Dakota leather with blue contrast interior upholstery.
Unmasked official vehicle version includes tyre inflation pressures shown above front and rear wheel arches, additional LED strobe lights (blue) in tailgate on left and right provide more visible warning when vehicle is parked with tailgate open and signal system switched on, equipment carrier for transmitting/receiving equipment and control units in load compartment, main radio switch, radio loudspeakers, separate interference suppression for radio equipment, additional 12V socket in centre console, rear, higher-capacity battery and alternator, protective film on B-pillars, additional holder for hand-held radio on centre console, passenger side, front and rear rubber floor mats, additional fuse-holder for emergency vehicle equipment, steel load compartment partition grille, Ex-works preparation for radio equipment AEG Teledux 9 / 4m band, Hella RTK 7 LED special signal system, LED front strobe, fire-service matrix, LED rear signal, work light, front strobe light in BMW kidney grille.
The vehicle was unveiled in 11th RETTmobil 2011.

M3 CRT (2011)

BMW M3 CRT (Carbon Racing Technology) is a limited (67 units) version of M3 Saloon with 4.4-litre V8 engine rated 450 PS (331 kW; 444 hp), body consisting entirely of CFRP in the passenger cell area, a bonnet made from two CFRP mouldings encasing an aramid honeycomb structure, CFRP bucket seats, rear spoiler, air-channelling element integrated into its front apron; M double-clutch gearbox with Drivelogic, Satellite Navigation system Professional, BMW Individual High End audio system, a light, exterior mirror and luggage area package; an alarm system, Park Distance Control with sensors at the front and rear of the car, rigid rear axle subframe and coilover suspension with individually adjustable dampers, 6-piston fixed-calliper brakes with 378 x 32 millimetres front and 380 x 28 millimetres rear brake discs, Stahlflex brake lines, model-specific comfort brake pads, Dynamic Stability Control with ABS and M Dynamic Mode (MDM), 245/35R19 front and 265/35R19 rear tyres, 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in Y-spoke design, Frozen Polar Silver metallic body colour, Melbourne Red metallic applications, door sill strips, door panels and trim strips in aluminium grain structure; Alcantara-covered M steering wheel with M Drive button, Sakhir Orange and Black bi-colour covers for front and individual rear seats.

M3 DTM concept (2011)

It is a concept race car based on M3 Coupé.
The vehicle was unveiled in BMW Welt in Munich.

BMW Alpina B3 GT3 (2012 -)

It is a limited (99 units) version of BMW Alpina B3 S Bi-Turbo Coupé with increased engine power to 408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp) and 540 Nm (398 lbft), ZF 6-speed Sport-Automatic gearbox (6HP19TÜ) with SWITCH-TRONIC, a titanium rear silencer with double 115 mm tailpipes from Akrapovic, Alpina GT3 CLASSIC 19-inch lightweight alloy wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tyres for the road or Michelin Pilot Sport Cup+ tyres for the track, coilover sport suspension, carbon-fibre front splitter mounted under the front spoiler, dive plates mounted on the side of the front valence, rear diffuser a carbon tail wing, black interior with leather and Alcantara upholstery, Recaro sports seats, optional B6 GT3 race car decor with interior trim in green lacquer.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. Production model went on sale in spring 2012.

M3 DTM (2012 -)

It is a race car version of M3 Coupé for DTM tournament, based on the design of M3 DTM concept. It included BMW P66 engine rated 480 PS (353 kW; 473 bhp) and 500 Nm (369 lbft), sequential 6-speed sports gearbox, 4-plate ZF Sachs carbon-fibre clutch, double wishbone axle with pushrods and adjustable shock absorbers with six settings; H&R coil springs, 18" x 12" front and 18" x 13" rear forged aluminium wheels.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2012 Geneva Motor Show.