The BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre limited edition has gone on sale in South Africa. Here’s pricing and specifications.
- The BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition celebrates 50 years of the iconic model, with only 50 units available in South Africa.
- The special edition comes in two derivatives, the 320i and the M340i, with unique historical paint colours and specific interior trims.
- Key standard features include Comfort Access, Adaptive M suspension, Driving Assist Professional, and a Harmon/Kardon surround sound system.
The BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre will be available locally in limited numbers, with BMW Group SA saying just 50 units, across the 320i and M340i derivatives. The special edition is to commemorate 50 years of the world’s best-selling premium vehicle, which is now is now in its 7th generation.
Some may not be aware, but there’s a massive South African connection to the BMW 3 Series as the 2nd to 6th generations were built at BMW Group’s Plant Rosslyn, which is near Pretoria. The BMW 3 Series was the first model exported from South Africa in 1994.
As it stands, more than 20 million BMW 3 Series units have been sold since 1975 and the 50 Jahre was created to celebrate this occasion.
BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Design
When it comes to design, BMW has done a really cool thing by reviving the historical paint finished from earlier generations. Aegean Blue and British Racing Green from the third generation, Stratus Grey from the fourth generation, and the sixth generation’s Lime Rock Grey make a comeback. There will also be a selection of 19-inch wheels to choose from.
Inside, the British Racing Green 320i gains a perforated Sensatic finish in Cognac, while the M340 xDrive models get black Vernasca leather with contrasting blue stitching. All derivatives get the aluminium interior trim and glass element gear selector.
BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Features
Every 50 Jahre will feature Comfort Access, Park Assist Plus, Adaptive M suspension, Driving Assist Professional and Harman/Kardon surround sound.
In terms of engines, the outputs and performance is identical to the standard car. The BMW 320i produces 135 kW and 300 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol, while the M340i has a distinct performance bias. Thanks to its 3.0-litre turbocharged 6-cylinder, there’s 285 kW and 500 Nm going to all four wheels.
How much does the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre cost in South Africa?
The below prices include VAT and CO2 tax, as well a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan as well as a 2/year/unlimited km service plan.
| BMW 320i 50 Jahre Edition | R1 067 730.80 |
| BMW M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition | R1 422 607.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units of the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition are available in South Africa?
Only 50 units of the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition are available for sale in South Africa, spread across the 320i and M340i derivatives.
What are the prices for the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition models?
The BMW 320i 50 Jahre Edition is priced at R1 067 730.80, and the BMW M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition is priced at R1 422 607.30. These prices include VAT and CO2 tax.
What unique design features does the 50 Jahre Edition have?
The special edition revives historical paint colours such as Aegean Blue, British Racing Green, Stratus Grey, and Lime Rock Grey. The interior features vary by model, with the 320i gaining Cognac Sensatic upholstery and the M340i receiving black Vernasca leather with blue stitching. Both models also get aluminum interior trim and a glass gear selector.
What standard features are included with the BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition?
Every 50 Jahre Edition model comes standard with Comfort Access, Park Assist Plus, Adaptive M suspension, Driving Assist Professional, and a Harmon/Kardon surround sound system.
