2001 BMW 3-Series Review Summary & Specs
325i Sedan
Benchmark sports sedan, benchmark sport wagon.
Summary & Specs
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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.
Specs
| 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 |
| Safety Equipment (optional) |
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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 |
$26,990 |
Specs as Tested
| 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) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Layout |
all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested |
$37,455 |
| 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 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room |
37.4/54.2/34.4 |
| Trunk Volume |
27.3 |
| Payload |
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| Towing Capacity |
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| Front Suspension |
Independent |
| Rear Suspension |
Independent |
| Ground Clearance |
3,627 |
| Curb Weight |
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| Stock Tires |
P205/55HR16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity |
16.6 |