The latest generation of the BMW 3 Series Touring in Phev variant (plug-in hybrid) represents a concrete demonstration of how a non-electric car can not only get close to that goal of 'zero emissions' - while continuing to base operation and range on a fossil source - but is also capable of replacing the driver with artificial intelligence and the Cloud, to improve safety and respect for the environment.
From the point of view of cutting-edge energy efficiency, the 'secret' of the performance of the 320e Touring and 330e Touring (abbreviations that correspond to the presence of the plug-in hybrid system) lies in the fourth generation BMW eDrive technology, the basis on which is the basis of the offensive of the House of Monaco in the sector of models with electrified thermal engines which will include as many as 25 cars of this type by 2023.
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Bmw 330e Touring xDrive
In the case of the 320e Touring, the 'intelligent' interaction between combustion engine and electric unit offers the typical dynamics of the brand (204 Hp, 350 Nm of torque, 0-100 in 7.6 seconds) but with an efficiency that is unmatched. . The combined fuel consumption, according to Wltp standards, stops at just 1.9 - 1.4 liters per 100 km (scooter values) and the combined CO2 emissions according to the Wltp approval are 44 - 32 g / km. In our test we found a consumption of about 5.5 l / 100 km. The lithium-ion batteries of the 12.0 kWh Phev system also allow an electric range - according to the WLTP test cycle - ranging from 46 to 54 kilometers, a value close to the average daily distance in urban areas.
With the 330e Touring xDrive variant (i.e. equipped with all-wheel drive) the situation remains a nice lively 'green': a series of sophisticated solutions, such as Auto Start Stop, Optimum Shift Indicator, Coasting function - engine off in Eco Pro and Comfort modes - and the Proactive Driving Assistant that uses real-time navigation data, the BMW 330e Touring is Wltp approved with a combined consumption of 1.9 to 1.4 liters per 100 km and emissions of CO2 equal to 42 - 31 g / km. The highest levels of power and torque result in an even brighter shot, just 5.9 seconds from 0 to 100.
Bmw 330e Touring xDrive adds an interesting technology that makes behavior even sportier without compromising respect for the environment. This is the XtraBoost system, which can be used by placing the driving mode in Sport or in the M / S position to obtain it automatically in kickdowns.
With XtraBoost the power of the system is increased by 40 Hp for a few seconds, thus reaching 292 Hp. The general sporting characteristics of the 330e Touring are also underlined by the particular 'sound' of the system, by a more direct accelerator pedal operation than in other versions and by a specific gear shift program in the Steptronic transmission which also includes automatic downshifting. under braking.
In the ANSA Motori test, however, we were also able to appreciate the new 'digital' contents of this model, specifically the Connected Package Professional which is included as standard in the Live Cockpit Plus in the plug-in hybrid models. A set of services, these, which have been specially designed for electric and electrified mobility, so as to make it even easier to take advantage of the 'eco' aspects of these cars. This is the case of the BMW eDrive Zone, which takes the place of the driver in switching to 100% electric mode as soon as the vehicle enters a Ztl urban area recognized as an eDrive Zone by means of the Geo-Fencing function via GPS. For the moment in Rome, Milan and Turin (as well as in 80 European cities) the control system of the plug-in hybrid propulsion automatically activates the electric mode.Among the new digital functions, the Drive Recorder which is linked to the Parking Assistant Plus also stands out. The system uses the cameras of the various driving assistance systems to record videos from different points around the vehicle, before archiving the recordings so that they can be viewed later on the Control Display when the car is stationary or exported via the USB port. An undoubted advantage when returning to the car you realize that the bumpers or other body elements have been bumped or vandalized. The price list of the new BMW 3 Series Touring plug-in hybrids varies from 50,850 euros for the 320e up to 67,900 euros for the 330e xDrive in M-Sport version.The system uses cameras from various driver assistance systems to record footage from different points around the vehicle, before archiving the recordings so that they can be viewed later on the Control Display when the car is stationary or exported via the USB port. An undoubted advantage when returning to the car you realize that the bumpers or other body elements have been bumped or vandalized. The price list of the new BMW 3 Series Touring plug-in hybrids varies from 50,850 euros for the 320e up to 67,900 euros for the 330e xDrive in M-Sport version.The system uses cameras from various driver assistance systems to record footage from different points around the vehicle, before archiving the recordings so that they can be viewed later on the Control Display when the car is stationary or exported via the USB port. An undoubted advantage when returning to the car you realize that the bumpers or other body elements have been bumped or vandalized. The price list of the new BMW 3 Series Touring plug-in hybrids varies from 50,850 euros for the 320e up to 67,900 euros for the 330e xDrive in M-Sport version.auto is stopped or exported via the USB port. An undoubted advantage when returning to the car you realize that the bumpers or other body elements have been bumped or vandalized. The price list of the new BMW 3 Series Touring plug-in hybrids varies from 50,850 euros for the 320e up to 67,900 euros for the 330e xDrive in M-Sport version.auto is stopped or exported via the USB port. An undoubted advantage when returning to the car you realize that the bumpers or other body elements have been bumped or vandalized. The price list of the new BMW 3 Series Touring plug-in hybrids ranges from 50,850 euros for the 320e up to 67,900 euros for the 330e xDrive in M-Sport version.
