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2001 BMW 3-Series Review
Benchmark sports sedan, benchmark sport wagon.
2001 3-Series Review Summary & Specifications
There's more to this 3 Series line than just BMW cachet. These cars offer a truly satisfying driving experience. They are equipped with rear-wheel drive and an available five-speed gearbox, and BMW's commitment to this combination speaks volumes about its priorities.Other cars in this price range surpass the 3 Series in significant areas. The Lexus ES 300 is smoother and far quieter, and the Acura TL provides more equipment for less cash. But those are near-luxury cars, while the BMW is a true sports sedan. If driving satisfaction is top priority, one of the 3 Series models should top your shopping list.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief |
| Model Lineup | 325i sedan ($26,990); 325Ci coupe ($28,990); 325i sport wagon ($29,400); 330i sedan ($33,990); 330Ci coupe ($34,990); 325Ci convertible ($35,990); 330Ci convertible ($42,400) |
| Engines (standard) | 2.5-liter dohc 24-valve inline-6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic with Steptronic |
| Engines (optional) | 2.5-liter dohc 24-valve inline-6; 3.0-liter dohc 24-valve inline-6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | Dual airbags with two-stage deployment, front side-impact airbags, head protection airbags |
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| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Munich, Germany |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-831-1117 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.bmwusa.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 26990 |
| Model Tested MSRP | 325xi sport wagon ($29,400) |
| Standard Equipment | ABS, Dynamic Stability Control, All Season Traction control, power windows, remote keyless entry, leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt/telescoping steering column, 10-speaker AM/FM/cassette stereo, six-way adjustable seats with cloth upholstery |
| Destination Charge | 645 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | all-wheel drive ($1750); automatic transmission ($1275); leather ($1450); power glass moonroof ($1,050); Cold Weather Package ($700) includes heated front seats, headlamp cleaning system, ski bag; fog lights ($260); AM/FM/CD ($200); metallic paint ($475); full-size spare tire ($250) |
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| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 37455 |
| Horse Power | 184 @ 6000 |
| Torque | 175 @ 3500 |
| Fuel Economy | 19/26 |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 |
| Length/Width/Height | 176.3/68.5/56.3 |
| Track Front/Rear | 57.9/58.3 |
| Turning Radius | 35.8 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.0/54.4/41.4 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.4/54.2/34.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 27.3 |
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| Front Suspension | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Independent |
| Ground Clearance | 3,627 |
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| Stock Tires | P205/55HR16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 |
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