
No wonder if the 320i sedan is called the premium luxury vehicle that had advanced technology. Not only technology, handling capability also felt better, and the steering is precise, dynamic and coupled with high performance. No wonder, when we really enjoy driving a new BMW 320i, which has been equipped with the latest features.
Physically, the new BMW 320i series is more sporty look than the previous model.
Aerodynamic shape, with a drag coefficient of just 0.26, allowing these vehicles can maneuver more agile, with the use of more fuel efficient. Besides BMW 320i series has a weight of 1445 kg, which is the lightest cars than any other vehicle in the same class. For a moment we saw the outside view BMW 320i series as a whole has a wider face than 6 millimeters in previous models. Front view this BMW 320i series, has a special character.
V-shaped design on the hood and the kidney-shaped grille, provides a unique and harmonious. The latest BMW 320i perform expressive, thanks to the latest design headlights, with tubes of high-tech chrome. Not eliminate the typical BMW, a pair of rear lights come with a form letter L. Rear lights and headlights sein also equipped with LEDs, which create a combination of high-quality display.
Direct test program premium sedan is the BMW 320i series, conducted at Sentul International Circuit track. So far, the limits of acceleration and the ability to have more challenging for us. The new BMW 320i series brings the latest four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1995 cc. This machine is capable of producing 156 hp maximum power at 6400 rpm rotation and a maximum torque of 200 Nm at 3600 rpm spin. The vehicle is capable of racing with a speed of 100 km / hour in 9.8 seconds, with a maximum speed of 218 km / hour.
After testing at Sentul International Circuit, we moved on Jakarta-Bandung route, which traveled through the top, with the condition of the field winding road. Under these conditions, we felt the best handling in its class. Sure enough, when the gas spontaneously suppressed, initial acceleration is very contained. Winding road traveled steadily. It was thanks to characters who tend to be rigid suspension, so the car’s speed becomes stable.
Travel long distances traveled for us not tiring. In addition to optimal comfort, cabin space series BMW 320i, also provided entertainment technology features. Cabin room look more elegant and sporty, with coated material of high quality materials. Not only that, we also can electrically adjust the seat as you wish. The BMW 320i is also equipped with a touch of entertainment device technology, you name it iDrive technology that can activate and regulate the functions of entertainment and information.
IDrive system equipped with screens measuring 8.8 inches, with a high resolution of 1280 x 480 pixels and is also TV and DVD functions. The monitor can be operated easily and intuitively, by using the four directions around the control buttons. To store data, iDrive also offers a hard drive capacity of 13 GB that is integrated with the car.
Other entertainment features of a USB Audio Interface, connection for MP3 Player (Apple iPod or MP3 player), USB Memory and mobile phones with MP3 Player in the center console. Space cabin atmosphere reverberated with the availability of the 10 units HIFI loudspeaker system on the front and rear. During the trip route from Jakarta to Bandung, iDrive system also shows the fuel consumption recorded during the 2.5 hour trip to the distance 122 km, ie 7.1 liters of gasoline per 100 km.