A visual comparison of F30 3 Series LCI versus Pre-LCI

Jason · 05-07-2015, 10:05 AM

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We've shown you the F30 3 Series LCI, so here's a side-by-side look at how it compares visually to the pre-LCI model.

Styling Highlights

Exterior

New halogen headlight design with LED daytime running lights
Full LED headlights now an option (standard on 340i)
Headlights have moved further apart
Daytime running lights feature upper and lower edge of LED light tubes with LED bar connecting to kidney grille
Optional Adaptive Full LED Headlights with Auto High-Beam System
Broader side air intakes in front apron
New, more intricate styling of central air intake
New full LED tail lights
LED brake lights

Interior

Center console now comes in high-gloss black
New ambient lighting
New chrome accents - seat adjustments, window controls, air vents
Trim finisher in instrument panel expands into all four doors
Cupholders now have sliding cover

New Colors

Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Platinum Silver Metallic
Jabot Brown Metallic

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BMWPower06 · 05-07-2015, 10:22 AM

Looks like the new headlights and tail lights can be retrofitted to the pre-LCI F30s

LMT0286 · 05-07-2015, 10:23 AM

The m-sport is sexy as hell

infamousq · 05-07-2015, 10:24 AM

I love it

joz · 05-07-2015, 10:24 AM

Headlights aside looks pretty much the same.

m_alnimah · 05-07-2015, 10:25 AM

Loved it

Alekshop · 05-07-2015, 10:33 AM

Looks great!

kevinlevrone · 05-07-2015, 10:34 AM

Besides the new B58 engine, looks like the least effort ever invested by a company to create a facelifted model. I can hardly spot a difference besides the front stock bumper and a bit on the rear taillights. This could mean that all efforts are directed towards the new 3 series generation. The E90 LCI has 2500 changes over the original E90.

YungDro · 05-07-2015, 10:34 AM

M sport is sexy cant wait to see the LCI 4 series

PabloK · 05-07-2015, 10:36 AM

Can I get LCI- tail lights on my MY14? thats all I really care about.

ZEEM3R · 05-07-2015, 10:41 AM

So besides the headlights, the car is pretty much identical. I couldn't even tell which one was LCI and non-LCI when comparing them.

FlyAsTheFCUK · 05-07-2015, 10:46 AM

Hmm. In my opinion, pre-LCI tail lights > LCI tail lights; at least in the daytime pics. Night pics may tell a different story.

Doctor///M · 05-07-2015, 10:48 AM

^ what he said.

I'm still not sure that LCI tails (especially on the M3) are that much of an upgrade that warranted the countless threads and debates over on F80Post. Guess I won't know till I see in person!

BlackCobra08 · 05-07-2015, 10:50 AM

Can hardly see the difference in the front. As for the taillights, I think I like my older pre-LCI design better. I like the straight lines better, not that curvy look.

Needsdecaf · 05-07-2015, 10:55 AM

Pretty cheesy that the F80 M3 pics are exactly the same pictures, just with the new lights photoshopped in. I mean, look at the reflections on the body (which are also likely photoshopped).....they are the same size, shape and everything. That is physically impossible.

Unless it's a new car, and they just photoshopped the same highlights in? Either way, CHEEZY.

mhanism · 05-07-2015, 10:56 AM

Seems to be a lot more internal and performance updates (suspension, 6MT, steering and motor) than exterior. Which should have a larger impact on the actual drive and performance characteristics.

castilla · 05-07-2015, 11:01 AM

What are the 340i engine specs??

Jason · 05-07-2015, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by castilla

What are the 340i engine specs??

In the F30 LCI info thread: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1124143

300hp · 05-07-2015, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinlevrone

Besides the new B58 engine, looks like the least effort ever invested by a company to create a facelifted model. I can hardly spot a difference besides the front stock bumper and a bit on the rear taillights. This could mean that all efforts are directed towards the new 3 series generation. The E90 LCI has 2500 changes over the original E90.

This.

The new led setup is nice though, wish I could have that. I am keeping my F30 till the G series comes along.

Thumper333 · 05-07-2015, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZEEM3R

So besides the headlights, the car is pretty much identical. I couldn't even tell which one was LCI and non-LCI when comparing them.

It didn't help that they used completely different color models in each one. The interior "comparison" was a LH drive to a RH drive. LOL

But I agree, visual differences are negligable, hopefully the mechanical differences are more significant for all those people who waited to get a car for this update.

kunal_d · 05-07-2015, 11:13 AM

Man, I really had to look closely to notice any cosmetic differences. A mild change IMO, considering the past LCI 3's.

CesaroM · 05-07-2015, 11:15 AM

I don't see any difference , which one is the facelift ?
With these minor differences you really can't tell , why call it a facelift?

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FlyAsTheFCUK Private 20 Rep 80 Posts Drives: F32 14' 435i M Sport Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Hmm. In my opinion, pre-LCI tail lights > LCI tail lights; at least in the daytime pics. Night pics may tell a different story.
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CesaroM Enlisted Member 11 Rep 41 Posts Drives: a6 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: jupiter iTrader: (0)	I don't see any difference , which one is the facelift ? With these minor differences you really can't tell , why call it a facelift?
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