BMWs longer and taller 3-series GT is third body style in the cars line-up. BMW has added a new model to the 3-series global line-up for the first time since the short-lived Compact was launched in 1993. The new high-riding 3-series GT follows the template of the larger 5-series GT. It is longer, wider and taller than the 3-series Touring on which it is based. BMW claims the 3-series GT mixes the dynamics of the 3-series saloon with the practicality of the 3-series Touring and the looks of a coupé. The five-seat 3-series GT will be offered with five engine options from launch, including a 302bhp 335i range-topper. At 4824mm long, 1828mm wide and 1508mm high, the 3-series GT is 200mm longer, 17mm wider and 79mm taller than the 3-series Touring. The wheelbase is also 110mm longer at 2920mm, the upshot of which is 70mm more legroom for rear passengers, more than in a 5-series saloon. Boot capacity is also increased in the 3-series GT over the 3-series Touring by ...
