The eight-speed transmission is the definite superstar of the powertrain. Most of the lineup is offered in 328i and 335i variants, with the 328i getting a new 240-horsepower, 2. Both are exceptional for the class. It isn't any more fuel-efficient than the 328i sedan, but it costs four grand less. The newer four-door models come with four choices of equipment lines -- Luxury, Modern, Sport and M Sport.
New for 2013 A new M Sport Line is available for the 328 and 335, and it brings 18-inch alloy wheels, sports seats, a sport suspension, an M steering wheel and styling changes. However, when you tone down the pace — say, on a curvy canyon road -- the 335i xDrive is still plenty of fun. I absolutely love this car. It does have some small aftermarket goodies downpipe, jb4, intake all of which have really enhanced the driving experience as well making in more fun. Archived from on 26 August 2010. Exterior The sedan is 3. It comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, foglights, automatic wipers, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way manually adjustable front seats, leatherette premium vinyl upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer, Bluetooth, the iDrive electronics interface with a 6.
Mileage estimates for the manual 328i and all versions of the 335i sedan remain unchanged. Furthermore, it is a pleasure to drive car, strong and sturdy. Better integration with my iPhone library may have happened in later models but for me it is a complaint. Modern Line 3-Series cars now come with an all-black upper dash and steering wheel to compliment Black Dakota Leather and Dark Oyster piping and Dark Pearl metallic trim replaces Pearl metallic trim. The 316d wagon model was added, as was the 320d EfficientDynamics Edition sedan. The 328i coupe and convertible get a 3.
Most of the 3-Series lineup is offered in Sport Line, Luxury Line, and Modern Line versions, with each of these distinguished by separate trims, materials, and details. However, last year's redesign only applied to the 328i and 335i sedan. It pairs the 335i's engine to the eight-speed automatic, an electric motor and a lithium-ion battery. Its position in the model lineup was between the regular 335i and the M3, and approximately 6,300 units were produced. I haven't had any issues as of yet.
The sedan and wagon were designed by , and the coupe and convertible were designed by Marc Michael Markefka. Meanwhile, the ActiveHybrid3 sedan debuts for 2013, offering 28 mpg combined and an eye-popping price. Rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual are standard; a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive are optional. For 2013, a new ActiveHybrid 3 sedan is available. I do not have the navigation system and am pleased with the clean, great looking interior. Sport Line models are now available with Fineline Anthracite wood trim, and both the Sport Line and M Sport Line now include a choice between all-season or performance tires.
I love all of the features, the really comfortable leather seats in the Premium Package, the rear backup camera, Convienance Package car key stays in my pocket , and most of all the performance. Optional equipment included a panoramic sunroof, which extends to the rear passenger area. It provides quick acceleration and a healthy boost to fuel economy. The 328i coupe differs with a sport-tuned suspension and manually adjustable front seats power-adjustable is an option , while the convertible gets a power-retractable hardtop and 10-way power front seats with memory functions. The rear suspension is a steel 5-link. Among other things, these choices change the color scheme and trim type in the cabin.
It's hard to find any faults inside, and harder still to find a better interior among the 3's competitors. In government crash testing, the sedan received five out of five stars for overall crash protection, plus four stars for frontal protection and five for side protection. The kit boosts the 3. Exterior The sedan is 3. However, based on current fuel costs, it would take about 62 years to pay back the ActiveHybrid's price premium over a similarly equipped 328i. They had a wide selection of cars, and although they're a bit space-confined, they had no trouble making any of their vehicles available for a test drive upon request. As the name suggests, it features a gasoline-electric powertrain to improve both fuel economy and performance.
Materials and build quality within the cabin are exceptional; even the standard leatherette vinyl upholstery looks and feels better than one would expect. Also Dark Burl Walnut trim is now available separately on the 328i and 328i xDrive models. The stability control system integrates several features designed to improve braking performance, such as periodically wiping the brake rotors dry when the windshield wipers are in use and automatically snugging the pads to the rotors when the driver abruptly lifts off the throttle. The lithium-ion battery pack reduces trunk space somewhat. The 3 Series competes with the Audi A4, Infiniti G and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Finally, the sedan can be equipped with four optional equipment lines -- Luxury, Modern, Sport and M Sport -- that include different wheel designs, color schemes, trim types, seats, steering wheels and even suspension tuning. Modern Line 3-Series cars now come with an all-black upper dash and steering wheel to compliment. The E92 was the last generation to include coupé and convertible body styles as a part of the 3 Series range. Sports Wagon models are distinguished by their elongated roofline and exemplary utility and versatility compared to the other models. The jury also praised the new diesel engines and the all-wheel-drive variants. Interior Design and Special Features The 3 Series sedan has a more contemporary feel inside compared to the two-door body styles, especially around the dash, doors and center console. Another item from the M Performance parts catalog is an upgraded brake kit consisting of dimpled and grooved discs and Brembo calipers four-piston up front, two-piston at rear with M logos and your choice of three colors ours was yellow.
For 2013, a new ActiveHybrid 3 sedan is available. That said, the brakes performed flawlessly throughout a long day of hard driving. Archived from on 23 September 2012. Powertrains and Performance The 320i sedan is powered by a turbocharged 2. Still, it's possible to store a standard roller suitcase back there or two smaller bags.