Is the BMW 3 Series manufactured on the CLAR platform?

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BeauLee
07/25/25 11:08am
The BMW 3 Series is manufactured on the CLAR platform. Taking the 2021 BMW 3 Series as an example, it belongs to the mid-size car category with the following dimensions: length 4719mm, width 1827mm, height 1459mm, wheelbase 2851mm, front track 1543mm, rear track 1583mm, fuel tank capacity 59L, and curb weight 1555kg. The 2021 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a 2.0L inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, featuring direct injection, delivering a maximum horsepower of 156PS, maximum power of 115kW, maximum torque of 250Nm, and paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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