BMW set to debut new i3

BMW will unveil a range of new vehicles at the 2016 Paris motor show including the new i3 electric city and 3-Series GT hatch.

The updated i3 is highlighted by a new 33kWh lithium-ion battery that can extend travel by up to 50 per cent to 300km on a single charge.

The German brand is also set to use the Paris motor show to debut the new 3-Series Gran Turismo. A range of new petrol and diesel engines will make its debut in the GT including the 325d.

An upgraded infotainment system with better smartphone compatibility is also expected to be shown off in the 3-Series GT.

BMW will also reveal a limited edition i8, the BMW i8 Protonic Dark Silver. BMW recently revealed the i8 Protonic Red edition which is limited to just five examples locally.

More details will be revealed during the Paris motor show on October 1.

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