2007 BMW 3-Series Review Summary & Specs
328i Sedan
New generation of coupes is launched.
Summary & Specs
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For drivers who want a two-seat sports car but need a back seat and trunk, the new BMW 3 Series coupe may indeed be the ultimate driving machine. That's especially true with the 300-hp BMW 335i. Yet the new 3 Series coupe is also available with the sure-footed traction of all-wheel drive, meaning that those living in the snow belt can enjoy their driving machines in the winter.
NewCarTestDrive.com contributor Larry Edsall filed this report from Marin County, California.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Luxury Cars |
| Editor |
Larry Edsall |
| Model Lineup |
BMW 328i Coupe ($35,300), 328xi Coupe ($37,100), 335i Coupe ($40,600) |
| Engines (standard) |
3.0-liter dohc I6 |
| Transmissions (standard) |
6-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) |
230-hp 3.0-liter dohc 24-valve inline-6; 300-hp 3.0-liter dohc 24-valve inline-6 |
| Transmissions (optional) |
6-speed manual or automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) |
dual front and front-seat side airbags, roof-mounted curtain air bags covering both rows, 3-point harness for all seating positions, child seat tether anchors and LATCH system, anti-lock brakes, dynamic stability control, run-flat tires and tire-pressure monitor system, adaptive brake lights, daytime running lights |
| Safety Equipment (optional) |
active cruise control, rear park distance control, cold weather package with headlamp washers, xDrive all-wheel drive |
| Basic Warranty |
4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In |
Regensburg, Germany |
| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-334-4BMW |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.bmwusa.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$35,300 |
Specs as Tested
| Model Tested MSRP |
BMW 335i Coupe ($40,600) |
| Standard Equipment |
leatherette upholstery, automatic climate control with air conditioning, 8-way power front seats with memory for driver's side, power windows, dark burl walnut trim (with light poplar, gray poplar or brushed aluminum as no-cost options), remote locks, start/stop button, rechargeable flashlight in glove box, title and telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, cruise control, power moonroof, Logic7 audio system with 13 speakers, split and folding rear seats, 18-inch wheels with run-flat tires, Xenon adaptive headlamps, fog lamps, rain-sensing windshield wipers with heated washer jets, power and heated exterior mirrors, ground lighting in door handles, dual chrome exhaust tips, chrome-trimmed doorsill plates |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
Premium package ($2,450), Sport package ($1,000), heated front seats ($500) |
| Destination Charge |
695 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Price as Tested |
$45,720 |
| Layout |
rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power |
300 @ 5800 |
| Torque |
300 @ 1400-5000 |
| Fuel Economy |
19/28 |
| Wheelbase |
108.7 |
| Length/Width/Height |
180.3/70.2/54.2 |
| Track Front/Rear |
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| Turning Radius |
36.1 |
| Seating Capacity |
4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room |
37.1/55.3/41.8 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room |
36.1/51.9/33.7 |
| Trunk Volume |
11.1 |
| Payload |
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| Towing Capacity |
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| Front Suspension |
independent |
| Rear Suspension |
independent |
| Ground Clearance |
4.9 |
| Curb Weight |
3571 |
| Stock Tires |
225/40R18 front, 255/35R18 rear |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity |
15.9 |