BMW has a car, crossover, or combination of the two for every niche and several niches you never thought the automotive world might need. The brand's portfolio has expanded to so many models and variants that it's hard to keep track of them...and to research the 2017 changes for each. But fear not, for we are intrepid reporters and we are here to give you the whole scoop, at least the parts that we find important.
One change across several models is the introduction of the iDrive 5.0 infotainment system. The system now incorporates a touchscreen with pinch zoom capability, and has enhanced graphics and new subfolders. Two engines are also new. The latest generation of BMW's turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder now produces 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque in every model it is in, while the new B58 turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 comes in three states of tune, with horsepower ranging from 320 to 355 and torque from 330 to 369 pound-feet.
Here are the notable changes for for 2017:
BMW i brand
- One day of BMW Performance Center Driving Experience is now being offered.
- Battery size increase from 22 to 33 kwh, with corresponding range increase from 80 to 114 miles.
- Fuel tank is 25 percent larger at 2.4 versus 1.9 gallons.
- Deka World interior available with dark cloth made from recycled materials.
- Standard equipment now includes no-cost DC Fast ChargeNow available for two years in most markets, real-time traffic information, universal garage door opener, 19-inch wheels, and keyless access.
- Optional equipment now includes sunroof and dark oak wood trim.
- New Protonic Red Edition comes with Protonic Red paint with Frozen Gray Metallic accents; NESO seats with red highlights, gray seat belts, and embossed headrests; floor mats with black leather and red stitching; and door silsl with “Protonic Red Edition” engraving.
2017 BMW 2-Series coupe and convertible
- 230i model replaces 228i, features new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder.
- M240i model replaces 235i, features new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that produces 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque
- Standard equipment now includes new 17-inch wheel for 230i models, new 18-inch wheel with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires on M240i models.
- Optional equipment includes the iDrive 5.0 infotainment system with navigation.
- 330i model replaces 328i, features new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder.
- 340i model replaces 335i for all body styles, features new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that produces 320 horsepower and 330 lb-ft of torque.
- Optional equipment includes iDrive 5.0.
3-Series sedan and wagon
- M Sport Package now standard on 340i models. Includes M Sport suspension, M Sport steering wheel, aerodynamic kit, shadowline trim, and increased top speed limiter (not on xDrive models). Sport or Luxury packages offered as no-cost options.
3-Series Gran Turismo
- Standard equipment now includes matte chrome exterior trim on all 330i and 340i models, new LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and turn indicators, new LED fog lights, new rear bumper design, new rear LED taillights in L-shape, and Nappa leather steering wheel in 340i models.
- Lighting package now includes LED adaptive headlights and automatic high beams.
330e iPerformance.
- Standard equipment now includes new blue kidney grilles (when ordered with White, Black, Gray or Silver colors), new blue circles around BMW Roundel on the wheels, and new “i” badging behind the front fenders.
2017 BMW 4-Series coupe, convertible, and Gran Coupe
- 430i model replaces 328i, features new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder.
- 440i model replaces 335i, features new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that produces 320 horsepower and 330 lb-ft of torque.
- Optional equipment includes iDrive 5.0.
- All new and offered in 530i and 540i models with 248-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6, respectively.
2017 BMW 6-Series coupe, convertible, and Gran Coupe
- Standard equipment includes iDrive 5.0.
- Display Key now standard.
- Optional equipment includes M Sport brakes as a stand-alone option and newly available Remote Controlled Parking.
- Standard features now include Integral Active Steering, Autobahn Package, Display Key, panorama sunroof, wireless charging with wi-fi hotspot, Gesture Control, power side window shades with ambient lighting, and massaging front seats.
2017 BMW X4
- Standard equipment now includes standard suspension.
- M Sport Package now includes M Sport suspension.
- Sport seats now offered as a stand-alone option.
- xDrive35i model now comes standard with keyless entry, lumbar support, and satellite radio with 1-year subscription.
- Optional equipment includes iDrive 5.0.
- X4 xDrive35i no longer available, replaced by X4 M40i, which features new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6-cylinder engine that produces 355 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque, as well as a sport exhaust system, increased camber on the front axle, stiffer springs and stabilizer bars, sharper steering, and optional 20-inch Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.
- Optional equipment includes iDrive 5.0.
- Standard equipment includes iDrive 5.0; stainless steel underbody cladding front and rear; silver matte kidney grille, rocker panels, and front air intakes; satin aluminum roof rails; satin aluminum window trim; new 19-inch wheel design; anthracite headliner.
- Standard equipment now includes iDrive 5.0, stainless steel underbody cladding front and rear in cerium gray, cerium gray kidney grille and front air intakes, aluminum window trim in cerium gray, new 19-inch wheel design, and anthracite headliner.
BMW M brand
- M Drivers package including top speed increase and M Driver Training now offered at BMW Performance Centers for M2, M5 and M6.
- Limited run of 150 M2 Performance Edition models with white paint, black exterior trim, performance coil-over suspension, performance exhaust, manually adjustable sport seats, and an increased top speed of 168 mph. Only the 6-speed manual transmission is offered.
- Standard equipment now includes Adaptive M Suspension and iDrive 5.0.
- Competition package no longer includes Adaptive M Suspension.
2017 BMW M4 coupe and M4 convertible
- Standard equipment now includes Adaptive M Suspension and iDrive 5.0.
2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M
- Standard equipment now includes iDrive 5.0.
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