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1998: the fourth generation - common rail direct injection, VALVETRONIC and BMW xDrive
The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series was launched in May 1998 and brought with it another hike in output, comfort and safety. The new model was four centimetres (approx. 1.5 in.) longer and wider th ...

Width, height
Width, height 1 Vehicle height without roof-mounted aerial: 56.3 inches/1,430 mm Vehicle height with roof-mounted aerial: 56.7 inches/1,442 mm 2 Vehicle width, without mirrors: 71.3 inches/1,811 ...

Easy entry/exit
To facilitate entry and exit, the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position ...