There is a famous saying in the automotive circle: Every man can’t avoid a BMW 3 Series in his life. BMW's achievements in sports have long been recognized by the majority of car fans. For BMW, the 3 Series model carries the essence of BMW's sports and has therefore become the benchmark for mid-size cars in the hearts of young car fans.
Since its birth in 1975, the 3 Series has been a long-lasting sales pillar of BMW. The main reason is that BMW has maintained the inheritance of sports genes in each generation of 3 Series models while also following the trend. Corresponding changes, such as the engine form changing from naturally aspirated to turbocharged.
In addition to its own changes, BMW has also created a number of derivative models based on the 3 Series, such as the 3 Series Touring Edition and the M3 High-Performance Model. The 3 Series Touring Edition has always sold well in Europe. , and M3, as the performance flagship of the 3 Series, has always been the dream of male car fans around the world.
However, there is another model in the 3 Series family that has received mixed reviews both abroad and domestically, and that is the 3 Series GT. This model was first officially released in 2012, and then in 2013. It was officially launched at the Geneva Motor Show and introduced to the domestic market in April of the same year.
A few days ago, we learned from the official that the BMW 3 Series GT model has officially ceased production. The basis for this judgment is that there is no new BMW 3GT model in BMW's 2020 product catalog, and you can also see on the 3 Series GT product page of the official website that BMW officially stated that the car will be discontinued at the end of 2019.
It seems that the 3 Series GT has only existed for a short 6 years, and it can also be seen from its F34 chassis code that the 3 Series GT is based on the classic F30 chassis. The controversy mainly lies in the appearance of the crossover. At least in the initial stage of its launch, it looks very different from the standard 3 Series sedan style, and it does not have the practicality of the 3 Series station wagon. "Weird" is what most people think of it. First impressions, including mine.
Of course, this car still has its advantage, which is space. Compared with the standard wheelbase 3 Series, the 3 Series GT uses a native extended version of the chassis, which is completely comparable to the extended version of the American car in terms of space. Li version, and has certain advantages in control. There are also stylish frameless doors, which also give consumers who like coupe style an alternative to the 4 Series.
The appearance of the 3 Series GT is of the type that becomes more attractive the more you look at it. When I saw it again on the road these years, I found it much more pleasing to the eye. However, looking at its price, compared to its domestic counterparts, The fact that the configured version of the 3 Series costs RMB 50,000 to RMB 60,000 makes it difficult for potential consumers to convince themselves to buy it.
With the release of the new generation of BMW 3 Series, the lengthening of the wheelbase has made the space advantage of the 3 Series GT no longer obvious. In addition, European and American customers prefer station wagons, and the 3 Series GT has lost sales in terms of sales. It is difficult for BMW to accept it, so from the perspective of cutting R&D costs and profitability, the discontinuation of the 3 Series GT is inevitable.
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