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2016 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2016 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo (GT) may see a few cosmetic and engine changes as it enters its third year of production. The hatch-back sports a few inches of extra room for rear-seat passengers and more cargo-carrying ability, and it keeps the interior quality 3-Series drivers expect, along with most of the driving experience.
The real advantage of the 2016 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo is its space. Aside from an obviously different shape, the GT is about eight inches longer and a few inches taller than the basic 3-Series sedan, boosting the GT's trunk capacity to 25 cubic feet (the conventional 3-Series Sedan has only 13 cubic feet). Drop the Gran Turismo's rear seats down and you get a vehicle that can haul a lot of stuff on vacations, college move days, or even on the way back from the home improvement store. Of course, BMW’s 3-Series wagon can do all that the Gran Turismo can, and maybe a bit more--but BMW knows that most Americans won’t be caught dead in a wagon, even a European one. So it makes up with the GT.
We expect that the 3-Series Gran Turismo will receive small trim content changes for 2016, perhaps including a new engine. After all, the 3-Series sedans have already been announced with slight improvements to their power. But unlike the four engines available in the sedan line, the 2016 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo will offer only two. The first is the mainstay of the BMW vehicle line: the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, available in the 328i xDrive Gran Turismo, producing 240 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque from an incredibly low 1,250 RPM. A torque rating this high that comes so low in the rev-band makes the 328i GT feel almost like a diesel, and its eight-speed automatic transmission is well-suited to daily driving. All BMW 3-Series Gran Turismos come with all-wheel drive.
BMW claims the 328i GT can sprint from 0-60 MPH in just 6.1 seconds. Fuel economy for the 328i xDrive Gran Turismo is a very impressive 22 MPG city/34 MPG highway/26 combined with premium unleaded fuel; for a nearly 4,000-pound hatchback of this size and power, those numbers are pretty hard to match.
Past model years have also included the 335i xDrive Gran Turismo, and BMW has in fact already published the model code on the EPA’s website. This model has a turbocharged in-line six-cylinder engine that produces 301 hp and 300 ft-lb of torque at 1,300 RPM. The added power drops its 0-60 MPH time to 5.1 seconds--although an amusing typo on the BMW shopping page incorrectly lists this vehicle’s 0-60 time as 0.0. If only! Fuel economy does drop with the larger engine, but remains solid for such a heavy car at 20 MPG city/30 highway/23 combined with premium unleaded fuel.
The six-cylinder turbo engine is the aspect of the 3-Series Gran Turismo we think BMW might change, considering that it's already upgraded the engine on its sedan line. Called the “340i,” the newly tweaked engine results in 20 more hp (320 total) and better torque. We would not be surprised if the 335i GT morphs into the 340i GT as a mid-year 2016 change.
The 2016 BMW 328i xDrive Gran Turismo will start at about $43,000. Adding leather seating and a choice of any color except non-metallic black will cost around $2,000 more. Choosing heated seats, keyless entry, and a back-up camera will add $3,000 on top of that. And BMW’s Technology package, which includes navigation, will mean another $3,000 bump in price. Shoppers considering a four-cylinder mid-size BMW 3-Series GT with basic premium equipment should budget about $50K. Those seeking performance upgrades like adaptive suspension and active driver assistance should budget about $3K more.
The 2016 BMW 335i xDrive Gran Turismo is expected to start at about $52,000. Most of the same additions are still required for those seeking entry-level premium content, bringing the price to about $60K. Should BMW move to the new 340i engine, however, we would not expect prices to change much, if at all.
The 2016 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo does offer active front collision prevention. But the GT body style has not been crash-tested by the Institute for Highway Safety due to its low sales volume and its similarity to the BMW 3-Series sedan. The sedan itself is not eligible for the top safety rating due to its 2015 score of Marginal on the small-frontal-overlap test.
BMW enthusiasts looking for a 3-Series with more interior room for passengers and significantly better cargo area should consider the 3-Series Gran Turismo...particularly if they are averse to buying a wagon.
User reviews for 2016 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
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by Terence F
Dec 13, 2022
It is great car with lots of room, comfort and great handling. Dec 13, 2022
by Ellen I
Nov 19, 2021
Call it ugly if you want (youd be wrong), but this BMW has everything - all wheel drive, tons of legroom and cargo space with the hatchback, and yet still drives with the performance you would expect from a sporty BMW. If you go with the 328iGT or (as of 2017) the 330iGT youll also get amazing gas mileage with a 4 cylinder turbo charge. I have owned a 2016 328iGT, and now I own a 2018 330iGT with the M package (im not a fan of the chrome window trim they introduced in 2017 and the M doesnt have it). The upgrades between the two years were worth it for me - Apple Car play, touch screen entertainment, Halogen headlights and improved safety features. The interior is simple, but caters to the driver completely - its such a smooth ride and so comfortable for passengers. Its also really fun to drive! Most importantly, it has also proved to be a safe choice when I was hit by another vehicle. As far as value goes, I really think this specific model has it all - it combines the aesthetics and luxury you come to expect from BMW, while providing the practicality and versatility you wish you had in a standard 3 series or 5 series. Finally, both 4 cyl. models have been really reliable - Ive had no major issues with either. Enjoy! Nov 19, 2021
by Traci H
Oct 31, 2021
Really nice car. I need a crossover 320i compares Oct 31, 2021
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by Terence F
Dec 13, 2022
It is great car with lots of room, comfort and great handling. Dec 13, 2022
by Ellen I
Nov 19, 2021
Call it ugly if you want (youd be wrong), but this BMW has everything - all wheel drive, tons of legroom and cargo space with the hatchback, and yet still drives with the performance you would expect from a sporty BMW. If you go with the 328iGT or (as of 2017) the 330iGT youll also get amazing gas mileage with a 4 cylinder turbo charge. I have owned a 2016 328iGT, and now I own a 2018 330iGT with the M package (im not a fan of the chrome window trim they introduced in 2017 and the M doesnt have it). The upgrades between the two years were worth it for me - Apple Car play, touch screen entertainment, Halogen headlights and improved safety features. The interior is simple, but caters to the driver completely - its such a smooth ride and so comfortable for passengers. Its also really fun to drive! Most importantly, it has also proved to be a safe choice when I was hit by another vehicle. As far as value goes, I really think this specific model has it all - it combines the aesthetics and luxury you come to expect from BMW, while providing the practicality and versatility you wish you had in a standard 3 series or 5 series. Finally, both 4 cyl. models have been really reliable - Ive had no major issues with either. Enjoy! Nov 19, 2021
by Traci H
Oct 31, 2021
Really nice car. I need a crossover 320i compares Oct 31, 2021
by Eric G
May 31, 2021
Over all this is an amazing car and the price is rightMay 31, 2021
by Anonymous
Aug 23, 2020
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2016 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Pricing
Original MSRP
$43,000 to $49,200Price range
$12,991 to $14,263Average price on CG
$13,114YoY price change
$14,263 to $13,114Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.15 · Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power panoramic
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 16 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.07 · Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed