The numbers always indicate at what end of the size spectrum the car is located: the larger the number, the larger the car. Even numbers are generally given to the ultra-sporty versions such as coupes. These BMW concept cars bear an X or a Z in their name as well as on the vehicle itself.20 Jul 2021
What does 325i stand for?
The next two digits indicate engine size. The BMW 325i has a 2.5 liter engine. The BMW 330i has a 3.0 liter engine. The letter i means fuel injection. In India, where BMW sells diesel-powered cars, one can also see the 325d on the road.
What does M Series mean in BMW?
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What does F stand for in BMW?
BMW E and F Numbers The E in E-number stands for the German word Entwicklung - meaning Development. E numbers are the factory code numbers given to new cars in the process of development prior their official sales name has been allocated. When E numbers reached triple digits, they became F numbers.3 Sept 2017
What 3 Series BMW is the best?
- 8 E21 - The First-Ever 3-Series. via autoevolution.com.
- 7 1987 E30 320is. via petrolicious.
- 6 E36 M3 Light Weight. via pinterest.
- 5 E90 M3. Via: Pistonheads.
- 4 E46 M3 CSL. via BMW M.
- 3 M3 E46 GTR. DriveTribe.
- 2 E92 BMW M3 GTS. via BMW.
- 1 E30 M3. via Pinterest.
Which BMW Series is best?
- BMW E30 M3 (1986-1991) The BMW M3 that started it all the E30 was the very first M3 made and is considered by many car enthusiasts (us among them) to be the best ever.
- BMW i8 (2014-2020)
- BMW 4 Series (2014-present)
- BMW 3 Series (1975-present)
- BMW X1 (2009-present)
- BMW Z3 (1998-2003)
What do the different BMW models mean?
The easy way to decipher model names “The first number of the three-digit combination of a BMW stands for the segment or model series,” says expert Petra Marz. The numbers always indicate at what end of the size spectrum the car is located: the larger the number, the larger the car.20 Jul 2021
What does 328i mean?
As other answers have mentioned, it originally designated the displacement of the engine. So a 328i would have a 2.8 litre engine. BMW have kept the numbers over the years although the industry has gradually improved performance of smaller engines and favoured forced induction (turbocharging).
What does C mean in BMW models?
With the E46, BMW started using "Ci" where now the C stands for coupe. Thus a 330Ci is a 2-door coupe model.26 Apr 2007
How does BMW classify their cars?
BMW currently assembles its lineup into 10 distinct groupings. The sportier coupe-style are designated by even numbers (2 Series, 4 Series and 6 Series) while the sedan-style models are given odd numbers (3 Series, 5 Series and 7 Series): 2 Series A smaller two door model available as either a coupe or convertible.9 Feb 2015