BMW->ke178's 3-Series->ke290 has made its way into the hearts of all Beamer lovers, but this next version is sure to please just about anyone who craves a luxury vehicle with insurmountable excellence. And if you don't believe us, check out this rendering provided by designer, Andrei Avarvarii.

The 2012 BMW 3-Series Coupe is said to be longer than the current version by around an inch and a half, but it will have considerably shorter overhangs. Its design elements will be borrowed from brethren such as the next-generation X3->ke255, the new 5-Series->ke317, and the new 7-Series.

Power for the 3-Series should come from a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and, quite possibly, an inline six-cylinder as well. A hybrid and a diesel version may also be up for grabs when the time is right. What we can be absolutely sure of is that the next 2012 BMW 3-Series will feature Vision Efficient Dynamics technology.

All we have to say is that the Mercedes C-Class->ke1593, the Audi A4->ke1087, and the Cadillac CTS->ke18 better watch their step; this BMW 3-Series is packing some serious punch.

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