Thursday, May 13, 2010

AC Schnitzer performance upgrades for BMW 318d

AC Schnitzer 2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift has been premiered as the latest upgrade package by AC Schnitzer at the Essen Motor Show.

The new body kit of AC Schnitzer 2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift is included with a new front spoiler, a rear spoiler insert with a diffuser look, a rear roof spoiler, new sports mirrors, and also side skirts.

AC Schnitzer 2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift sits on 18″ or 19″ Type IV BiColor wheels and get some performance upgrades package includes new springs, a strut brace kit front and rear, and a sports antiroll bar.

AC Schnitzer 2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift also comes with power upgrades on the 3.0d engine, that delivers 209 kW / 284 HP and 570 Nm of torque.

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift AC Schnitzer

Press Release
AC Schnitzer presents new components and more power for the E90/91 Facelift

For 33 years, the 3-series has been the sporting choice in the mid-range. Sufficient reason not just for BMW to refine the reliable performer with some effective modifications. So AC Schnitzer has upgraded the facelifted saloon and Touring models with new front spoiler elements for vehicles with and without M-Technik pack. By reducing lines, the Aachen company has placed the emphasis on dynamics: instead of bulky curves, straight and slender forms are used. In reminiscence of motorsport, the front spoiler elements finish at the bottom in a pointed “bow“. Together with the kidneys “lowered” by BMW, and the new contours of the bonnet, the overall impression is a far “faster” front end. And thanks to AC Schnitzer, naturally the rest of the car has also been brought visually up to speed.

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift AC Schnitzer Picture

The side lines of the new model, thanks to the extra swage line added by BMW in the door spoiler, not only appear more extended but with the AC Schnitzer side skirts, also more lively. A set of attractive alloy wheels, such as the popular Type IV BiColor available in 18 or 19″, completes the picture. The tuning house also offers a range of stylish sports mirrors to show the other road traffic quickly looking smaller. This is achieved partly with the well-known AC Schnitzer suspension components in the form of a suspension spring kit, sports suspension and racing suspension. For those who want it, the extra sports antiroll bar and strut brace kit front and rear will coax a touch more performance from the 3-series. The power-hungry also have a wide selection of hot tuning recipes. In particular in conjunction with the new sixcylinder 3.0d, which delivers 180 kW / 245 HP and 520 Nm even in standard form: thanks to the AC Schnitzer Control Unit Program, this version simmers with power under the bonnet, ready to release its 209 kW / 284 HP and 570 Nm.

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift AC Schnitzer Photo

In any case, it’s clear that many drivers will only see the new, facelifted rear L-shaped LED lights. Naturally AC Schnitzer Designer Michele Viandante has also paid attention to the rear. Both Touring and saloon versions have a spoiler insert with diffuser look, and a rear roof spoiler. The striking AC Schnitzer Twin Sports Rear Silencer with its interlinked chrome rings provides the soundtrack. In case you prefer this music!

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift AC Schnitzer Image

Basic car: BMW E90/91 LCI

Engine: AC Schnitzer performance upgrades
for BMW 318d
from 90 kW / 122 HP to 107 kW / 146 HP and
from 105 kW / 143 HP to 126 kW / 171 HP
for 320d
from 120 kW / 163 HP to 147 kW / 200 HP and
from 130 kW / 177 HP to 154 kW / 210 HP
for 325d
from 145 kW / 197 HP to 174 kW / 236 HP
for 330d/xd
from 180 kW / 245 HP to 209 kW / 284 HP
for 335d
from 210 kW / 286 HP to 228 kW / 310 HP
for 335i
from 225 kW / 306 HP to 265 kW / 360 HP
incl. Control Unit program, Vmax increase, instrument display,
twin sports rear silencer

Exhaust: AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer
AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer incl. chromed „Racing“ tail trims
AC Schnitzer tail trim

Brakes: AC Schnitzer 8-pistons hight performance brake system
for front axle (export version)

Suspension: AC Schnitzer sports suspension
racing suspension, height adjustable
spring kit
special sway bar set for rear axle
aluminium strut brace, front axle
aluminium strut brace, rear axle

Aerodynamics: AC Schnitzer front spoiler elements for cars without M-Technik
front spoiler elements for cars with M-Technik
side skirts for cars without M-Technik
chrome line set for side skirts
rear skirt
rear skirt insert for cars with M-Technik
rear roof spoiler
rear spoiler for sedan
sports mirrors

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift AC Schnitzer Pictures