BMW’s Exclusive 3 Series Tribute Is Only For Canada
▼ Summary
– The BMW M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition is a limited Canadian release of 100 units celebrating 50 years of the 3-Series.
– It features six exclusive paint colors, each representing a different generation of the 3-Series from the E21 to the G20.
– This special edition includes 20-inch forged alloy wheels, an M Performance exhaust, and unique “50 Jahre Edition” badging.
– The interior is equipped with BMW Individual Merino leather and special anniversary plaques on the door sills and cupholder cover.
– It retains the standard M340i’s 386-horsepower turbocharged inline-six engine and 4.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration performance.
BMW Canada is celebrating a major milestone with the exclusive M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition, a limited-run tribute marking five decades of the iconic 3 Series. This special model honors the car’s rich heritage through six unique paint colors, each representing a different generation of the beloved sports sedan. Production is capped at just 100 units, making this a rare offering for Canadian enthusiasts before the 3 Series transitions to its next-generation Neue Klasse platform.
Each of the six available finishes, Madeira Red Metallic, Laguna Green Metallic, Avus Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Deep Green Metallic, and Citrin Black Metallic, is drawn directly from BMW’s Individual catalog. These colors trace the model’s evolution from the original E21 to the current G20, creating a visual timeline of the 3 Series’ 50-year history. Beyond the distinctive palette, BMW has focused on aesthetic enhancements rather than mechanical revisions.
The car comes fully equipped with an M Sport body kit and rides on a set of striking 20-inch forged alloy wheels with a Y-spoke design. At the rear, a unique “50 Jahre Edition” badge identifies its special status, while an M Performance exhaust system gives the turbocharged straight-six engine a more resonant sound. Inside, the cabin features premium Merino leather upholstery from the BMW Individual range, available in classic black or crisp white. A brushed metal plaque on the cupholder cover and matching door-sill plates reinforce the anniversary theme.
Under the hood, the powertrain remains unchanged, and for good reason. The M340i’s turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six continues to deliver 386 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque, channeled through an eight-speed automatic transmission and BMW’s rear-biased xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Performance figures are identical to the standard M340i xDrive, with a 0–100 km/h (62 mph) time of just 4.3 seconds, keeping it the quickest model in the 3 Series lineup beneath the full M3.
Assembly of the 50 Jahre Edition begins this month in Germany, with all 100 examples reserved exclusively for the Canadian market. This limited release serves as a fitting send-off for the current generation, blending nostalgic design cues with the M340i’s proven performance credentials.
(Source: Car Scoops)
