2007 BMW 3-Series Review
Still the benchmark after all these years.
2007 3-Series Review Summary & Specifications
The BMW 3 Series sedans and wagons remain the benchmark for the class, particularly for those who derive satisfaction from the driving experience. These cars are loaded with technical wizardry. But all this technology can be a double-edged sword, at least to old-time 3 Series buyers. Yet rear-wheel drive and manual transmissions remain crucial components of the 3 Series experience, and BMW's commitment to the combination says something about its priorities as a car company. By virtually every objective measure, from space to horsepower to performance, these are the best 3 Series sedans ever.J.P. Vettraino filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Detroit.
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| Vehicle Category | Luxury Cars |
| Editor | J.P. Vettraino |
| Model Lineup | BMW 328i sedan ($32,400); 328xi sedan ($34,300); 328i wagon ($34,200); 328xi wagon ($36,100); 335i sedan ($38,700) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.0-liter double overhead cam 24-valve inline-6 with variable valve timing |
| Engines (optional) | 230-hp 3.0-liter inline-6; 300-hp twin turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed manual |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed manual; 6-speed Steptronic automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags with two-stage deployment, seat mounted front passenger side-impact airbags, full-cabin head protection airbags, tire-pressure monitoring system, traction control, anti-lock brakes, Dynamic Stability Control and post-impact system to unlock doors, switch on hazard and interior lighting and disable fuel pump |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | all-wheel drive |
| 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 | 32400 |
| Model Tested MSRP | BMW 328i sedan ($32,400) |
| Standard Equipment | leatherette upholstery, burr walnut trim, automatic climate control with dual passenger/driver temperature and micro filter, climate-controlled center console, cruise control, power windows, remote keyless entry, leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt/telescoping steering column, rain-sensing variable-speed wipers, halogen foglights, two-way power moonroof, 16-inch wheels with H-rated tires |
| Destination Charge | 695 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Sport Package ($1600) includes M sports suspension, 17-inch wheels with W-rated tires, power sport seats and155-mph speed-limiter; Premium Package ($3,150) includes Dakota leather upholstery, Bluetooth cell phone interface, power folding side mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature on passenger side, digital mirror compass and BMW Assist telematics; Cold Weather Package ($1,000) includes electrically heated seats, high-intensity headlight washers and split-folding rear seat with ski sack; Active Steering ($1250) |
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| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 40095 |
| Horse Power | 230 @ 6500 |
| Torque | 200 @ 2750 |
| Fuel Economy | 20/29 |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 |
| Length/Width/Height | 178.2/71.5/55.9 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 36.1 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.5/NA/41.5 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.5/NA/34.6 |
| Trunk Volume | 12.0 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, double-pivot lower control arms, coil springs, twin-tube shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent five-link, coil springs, twin-tube shocks, anti-roll bar |
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| Curb Weight | 3340 |
| Stock Tires | 225/45WR17 / 255/40WR17 run flat |
| Brakes Front/Rear | 11.8-in. ventilated disc/11.8-in ventilated disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.1 |
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