The 320i Sport is equipped with front LED fog lights and Air Curtains integrated into the outer air intakes and are inserted into the front apron in a horizontal T.
This design was originally developed by the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) for the intake air in jet engines and later became a feature of classical racing cars.
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The variant is further equipped with sporty 18-inch light alloy wheels in V-Spoke Style 780 Bicolour.
Owners can also look forward to a lighter, more rigid vehicle as the total weight has been further reduced by 30kg (kerb weight of 1,460kg) thanks to its lightweight framework.
Power is from the 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo petrol engine, paired with the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission - which produces 184hp at 5,000 – 6,500rpm and a peak torque of 300Nm at 1,350 – 4,000rpm.
Top speed is 235kph and the century sprint is done in just 7.1 seconds.
Combined fuel consumption in the 320i Sport is rated at 6.3 litres per 100km.
Inside, there is a three-zone automatic climate control, interior trim finishers in Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’, complete with the exclusive Sport leather steering wheel.
It comes with BMW Live Cockpit Plus – an analogue instrument cluster with 5.7-inch display and 8.8-inch touch sensitive control display.
A first in its segment, the 320i Sport offers segment leading innovations such as the Reversing Assistant for hands free, semi-autonomous convenience when reversing in narrow streets, along with the Rear View Camera that is fitted as standard.
These features are powered by the BMW Operating System 6, which also powers the BMW Digital Key for next level vehicle security and management.
The BMW Digital Key employs Near Field Communication (NFC) technology that allow the new BMW 320i Sport to lock and unlock and even start the engine with the newest compatible cell-phones and without needing a physical key, another first in class technology in Malaysia.
Meanwhile, the BMW ConnectedDrive equips owners with Intelligent Emergency Call and Teleservices which reacts automatically if an accident occurs, quickly getting help for you and your passengers.
It is offered in five colours, namely Mediterranean Blue, Black Sapphire, Alpine White, Mineral Grey and Sunset Orange, paired with premium Black Leather Vernasca upholstery.
The 320i is backed by a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty, free scheduled service and a tyre warranty.
If a customes chooses the balloon financing plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the 320i Sport can be bought with monthly instalment plans starting from RM2,788 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a five-year tenure).
The new 320i Sport will be on display at:
> The Square, Publika (Jan 10-12, 10am – 7pm)
> Bangsar Shopping Centre (Jan 10-19, 10am – 10pm)
Test drives will also be available on-site, along with exclusive BMW red packet and fortune cookie giveaways as well as exciting family-friendly activities to entertain all ages.
