I have a feeling that this, BMW’s next GT, will be more aggressive, sleek, and refined than its 5er sibling. As you can see in the picture below, the all-new 2014 BMW 3 Series GT looks similar in concept and design to its big brother, the 5 Series GT, but appears to feature a lot more sport in its character.

2014 3 Series GT

The GT features a hatch similar to the 5 GT as well as a raised ride height and a high belt line that completely wraps around the car, allowing the roof to appear refined and sleek. Similar to the MINI Coupe and Roadster, the F34 will feature a retractable rear spoiler as an active aerodynamic component.

2012 5 Series GT

The 2014 lineup will feature the new Gran Turismo, it joins the family as the F34 and will be built on the extended wheelbase of the F30 3 Series sedan. Like the other 3-series body styles, the GT will have standard rear-wheel drive and optional all-wheel drive. The engine options are inherited from the 3 Series sedan, with a 4-cylinder turbo in the base and a blown inline-six 335i GT at the top end. All will be mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard.

With this latest edition to the model lineup, it seems as though BMW wants to offer a 3 series for everyone. The 3er will come as this taller GT hatchback, a four-door sedan in regular and long wheelbase form, a station wagon, coupe and cabriolet (retitled 4 Series), high performance M3 and M Performance variants, and even a rumoured four-door Gran Coupe version. Remember the days when the 3 series was just a simple entry level BMW?

We’re excited to see what the new GT looks like in person and even more excited to drive it! What are your thoughts – do you think BMW is making the right move by offering so many 3 Series variants? Weigh in, we’d love to hear your opinions. As always, let us know if you have any questions and stay tuned for more information. Expected on-sale date: March 2013.