BMW 3-Series facelift

Hot on the heels of the all-new 7-Series, BMW has pulled the wraps off its revamped 3-Series.

Changes to the front end include new lights with LED indicators, revised bumpers, less chrome on the grille and a more distinctive creased bonnet. Fresh, larger mirrors grace the doors, while the restyled rear lamp clusters also include LEDs.

Inside, the 3 gains the latest, simplified iDrive cabin control system with a larger LCD monitor, and has sockets for connecting MP3 players to an 80GB hard drive. All engines get BMW’s EfficientDynamics technology, and a new 245bhp six-cylinder diesel debuts. Coupé and cabrio buyers can opt for the seven-speed dual-clutch box, too. The revised car arrives in September.