I needed a very reliable, safe car that could handle occasional hauling of large materials flooring, fencing, furniture, etc. My two cents: Not everyone cares about power. On the interstate, 80 mph feels like 40. Dealer said it was a software issue. The car now feels better and has better directional stability. Going turbocharged has a very positive effect on fuel economy. Car died in intersection and would not start.
The Sports Wagon is offered with the turbocharged 2. The rear-wheel drive 2013 320i is your first contact with family; a family that has been together for more than 35 years. That car boasts the same turbocharged 3. The two-door coupes and convertibles were carried over, then later split off into the new 4-Series model range. I like the positioning of the cup holders better than where they were in the other cars I owned. There are also two large drink holder binnacles ahead of the gearshift knob.
Part of the credit for the 3-Series balanced behavior goes to the Driving Dynamics Control fitted to all 3-Series models. In other words, to discourage inefficient quick throttle changes, the accelerator pedal is dulled as if it has been to the dentist and shot full of Novocain. If you don't have rigid cargo to push them down, such as a pair of skis, you'll need to open up the rear door to pull them down and then go back to the trunk to stow your gear. Also new this year is the 3-Series Gran Turismo, a five-door hatchback that's nearly eight inches longer, as well as about four inches longer in wheelbase and about three inches taller--amounting to a shape that has completely different sheetmetal, but one that stands as recognizably part of the 3-Series lineup. As I sat in dealer waiting room an old colleague also come in with same issues and he is switching back to Porsche.
Like all 3 Series models equipped with the eight-speed automatic, the ActiveHybrid3 features a start-stop function and regenerative braking. In back the 3-Series sedan is traditional and conservative, but very handsome. See your dealer for details. I didn't mind the ride, proving comfortable enough albeit firm in traditional Teutonic style. I guess this is the price that we pay for increased efficiency.
Besides, what would I do with all the horsepower if I did have it? Just a healthy dousing of flattery. Options include parking sensors front and rear , a rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, a lane departure warning system and an automated parking system. Supplies are provided and there will be prizes! The Driver Assistance Plus package gets those items plus side- and top-view cameras, blind-spot monitoring, a lane departure warning system, a driver drowsiness monitor and a speed limit info display. But there's only one question that really needs answering would you buy one? Great seats but ride was still uncomfortable, particular for the passenger. It's no executive limo, but it'll fit kids or a quick lunch with co-workers just fine. For decades the 3-Series has been many different things to a wide range of people who do all have one thing in common—they enjoy to drive. Whichever body style you choose, the 3-Series range delivers balanced, well-crafted handling and dynamics, though most notably so in rear-wheel-drive sedan form.
Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. If this is too much cupholder overload for you, a clever oddments tray can be fitted to cover them up. The eight-speed automatic is the only transmission offered. That said, they're quite enjoyable to drive. The dealership said that this was how the system was designed. The wagon boasts the more traditional layout, and offers 27 cubic-feet behind the rear seats, and 66 cubic-feet with the seats folded down. Additional features added last year are a step in the right direction.
I took it to the dealership three times and was told each time that the transmission was working within factory specifications! It quickly becomes a game to see how much you can extend the range of the car. They are called the Sport Line, Luxury Line, Modern Line, and M Sport respectively. Minimal cost at the bowser, high safety rating. The front seats are also highly adjustable, and available sport seats extend thigh and side support for more aggressive driving. The 320i is competent across a wide range of driving applications - commuting, general running around, touring, cruising and sporty driving all fall within its capabilities.
It's lighter overall, yet more powerful than its predecessors, with a 3. Active Blind Spot Detection and the Lane Departure Warning System include a camera-based Collision Warning system and are for the first time offered in the 3-Series. Five stars with a whole bunch of active and passive safety features to protect in a collision or to avoid one in the first place. The Park Distance Control system is part of a Parking Package, which also includes a rear-view camera and the Side and Top View camera system. At our test track, we recorded a scorching 5.