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BMW 3 SERIES (2005-CURRENT)

We Say...
Whatever 3 Series you choose, as long as you stay away from the base model, you're in for a treat. Interior space is livable while retaining most of the spunk and dynamics associated with the brand. Ownership pleasure begins with the 320i Executive, but if you must have one, opt for the Sport package along with the diesel engine.
Bigger and better than all of the 3 Series before it.
Getting somewhat flabby in the middle?

Last Updated: February.10.2010

Ownership 325i Executive 320d Sport 320i Executive 318i
Price Phased Out P 3,390,000 Phased Out P 2,950,000
Vehicle Classification Luxury Car
Warranty 3 years / unlimited mileage
Under the Hood
Engine 3.0 DOHC 16V I4 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Maximum Output (bhp @ rpm) 218 @ 6100 177 @ 4000 170 @ 6700 143 @ 6000
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 270 @ 2400-4200 350 @ 1750-3000 210 @ 4250 190 @ 4250
Fuel Type / Recom. Octane Gasoline / 95~ Diesel Gasoline / 95~ Gasoline / 95~
Fuel System / Aspiration Double VANOS, DI / NA Common Rail, T Double VANOS, DI / NA Double VANOS, DI / NA
Fuel Mileage (km/L) 13.51 (mfg.) 18.51 (mfg.) 14.70 (mfg.) 15.87 (mfg.)
Transmission 6-speed AT 6-speed AT 6-speed AT 6-speed MT
Dimensions and Weights
Length (mm) 4531 4531 4531 4531
Width (mm) 1817 1817 1817 1817
Height (mm) 1421 1421 1421 1421
Wheelbase (mm) 2760 2760 2760 2760
Curb Weight (kg) 1505 1520 1445 1360
Body Type 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan
Engine / Drive F/R F/R F/R F/R
Seating 5 5 5 5
Suspension and Tires
Front Suspension Independent,
MacPherson Strut
Independent,
MacPherson Strut
Independent,
MacPherson Strut
Independent,
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Independent,
Multi-Link
Independent,
Multi-Link
Independent,
Multi-Link
Independent,
Multi-Link
Front Brakes Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Tires 225/45 R 17 RFT (f & r) 225/45 R 17 RFT (f & r) 205/55 R 16 (f & r) 205/55 R 16 (f & r)
Wheels Alloy 17 x 8.0 (f & r) Alloy 17 x 8.0 (f & r) Alloy 16 x 7.0 (f & r) Steel 16 x 7.0 (f & r)
Safety Features
Airbags 6 6 6 6
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control) DBC (Dynamic Brake Control) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control) DBC (Dynamic Brake Control) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control) DBC (Dynamic Brake Control) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control) DBC (Dynamic Brake Control)
Traction / Stability Control Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
Other Safety Features 320d Sport
Plus: none
320i Executive
Plus: none
Rear parking sensors None
Exterior Features
Fog Lamps Front, rear Front, rear Front, rear Rear
Other Exterior Features 320d Sport
Plus: chrome grille, window molding and door sill
320i Executive
Plus: none
318i
Plus: automatic headlamps; rain-sensing wipers; chrome tail pipe finisher
LED park lamps and front signal indicators; LED brake lamps and signal indicators
Interior Features
Steering Wheel Adjustment Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual
Steering Wheel Material Leather Leather Leather Leather
Seating Adjustment Electric (f) Electric (f) Manual Manual
Seating Surface Leather Leather Leather Leather/fabric
Other Interior Features 320d Sport
Plus: none
320i Executive
Plus: none
318i
Minus: gear shift indicator
Plus: wood accents
Titanium matte accents; 60/40 split-fold rear seat; engine start/stop button; gear shift indicator
Convenience Features
Power Amenities Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors
Climate Control Auto, dual Auto, dual Auto, dual Manual
Audio System Stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux with 13 speakers Stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux with 8 speakers
320d Sport
Plus: stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux with 13 speakers
Stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux with 8 speakers Stereo/CD/MP3/Aux with 8 speakers
Other Convenience Features 320d Sport
Plus: none
320i Executive
Plus: none
318i
Minus: automatic engine start/stop function
On-board computer (mileage, range, temperature, personal settings, service interval); automatic engine start/stop function; keyless entry with alarm, central locking and immobilizer
Our Take
Rating *** **** **** **
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