The paddles are quick and work well, but they don't offer the same level of control as the manual, of course. The 335i's wide torque bands meant that it delivered admirable pick-up in almost any gear, although howling all the way through second was by far our favorite maneuver. The Inside The convertible cabin is nearly identical to the coupe's, with premium materials throughout and a clean-looking appearance. If you insist on the sedan, the 328i and 335i engines will soon replace the 325i and 330i, and the 5 Series and Z4 may not be too far behind. No big deal- it was covered by warranty, but i never had to take a car in for repair so many times in such a short time to deal with minor electrical glitches. The 335i Coupe accelerates from 0 — 60 mph in just 5. I can fit everything that my family needs on a road trip.
They're inside an all-aluminum block with cast-iron liners that cut cylinder bore by 1. Efficient interaction of the doors, the reinforced b-pillars, the seat structure and the instrument panel between the A-pillars serves likewise to maximize the strength of the side structure. Good thing it's an option on the 335i and 328i coupes, just as in 3 Series sedans. Peak torque of 300 lb-ft comes smoothly and without de¬lay, extending over a wide speed range from 1,400 — 5,000 rpm. The 335i convertible doesn't have to worry about that, though, as the engine feels strong all over the rev range without any turbo lag. But the new engine delivers broadband performance way beyond its specs, shaving nearly a second from the 330i's quarter-mile time.
There's very little wind buffeting at 70 mph with the top and side windows down, even without the optional wind diffuser in place. . Although it rides on the same 108. With a mechanical limited-slip differential, we believe the 335i would be a match for an M3 on a track. In wet conditions the tires will not break free unless you turn off the traction control and stability systems. The question is, does this new retractable hardtop have the great dynamics of the 335i coupe? The standard Tire Pressure Monitor gives plenty of warning and alerts the driver when the pressure of any tire falls 30 percent below the ideal level. There's no question that the 335i sedan carries forward the class-leading dynamic standards established by the 330i-smooth ride quality, right-now responses, laser-precise steering, powerful, fade-free braking-amplified by a superb new engine that generates big horsepower and, arguably more significant, an abundance of torque delivered over a curve that's as high and flat as a mountain mesa.
Beginning this fall these merits will become available to Coupe drivers for the first time. The horizontally flowing lines accentuate the wide track and low stance of the new Coupe. On the skidpad the front tires gave up well before the rears. The '07 sedan and coupe sit atop the same wheelbase and chassis, and that results in similar handling characteristics and feel. Understeer is prevalent in the tight stuff, and shows itself again through fast corners when you're really getting on with it. Both sizes are no-spare run-flats, and their stiff sidewalls allowed German engineers to remain on the supple side of the ride and handling equation. Unlike a thoroughbred sports car, the typical coupe offers ample space for more than just two occupants as well as a separate luggage com¬partment providing room for ample luggage.
Turbocharger whine, waste-gate woofing, and the exhaust system are all agreeably muted. Reinforcement and support elements on the underfloor of the car serve to optimize the stiffness of the chassis which enables the suspension to work with the highest possible degree of precision. If you buy used, I also recommend getting this car certified preowned because i don't care how much money you have, you want the maintenance to be covered under warranty or through the maintenance plan because the repairs are expensive. Your only restrictions will be your tires. We paired our Treo 650 successfully on the first try without cracking a page of the owner's manual. We always put safety last in our reviews, but it was firmly at the front of our minds when larruping the 335i through the winding mountain roads of Marin County. Little to no turbo lag.
Its structure is tailored to improve agility, safety and comfort while also contributing to overall vehicle efficiency. To counter turbo lag, the use of twin turbos with low pressure thresholds in combination with the 335i's wide torque bands peak torque of 3000 pounds per foot is available from 1,400 to 5,000rpm means that the car does not rely heavily on turbo boost to attain top-end performance. Long-running benchmarks don't have to lead on every front, but now the 3-series does just that. Leatherette sport seats grip the driver's and passenger's hindquarters in a way that suggests the car's designers anticipate plenty of lateral acceleration. The Bad The 335i's manual gearbox can be notchy, and the seatbelt presenter takes some getting used to.
And you could look at it this way: the 335i delivers performance comparable to a current M3, with a lower pricetag, the added convenience of four doors and a more civilized persona that's easier to live with day in, day out. Its exhaust gives off a satisfying rasp that'll quickly become identified with this specific engine to sharp-eared juvenile enthusiasts. Also adjustable are the leather seats that kept us in place and comfortable. This is a powerful and gorgeous car, visciously quick, probably too quick for all the congestion in Chicago--but i could care less. Or at least it was. With both turbos generating max boost-about 8.
Experience has taught us that no vehicle is immune to improvement. As far as the U. A 6-speed automatic with steptronic manual shifting is optional, with 50-percent-quicker reactions than before. For this reason — and because you can't hear the turbos — true turbo fans might be disappointed. In true tradition, it also establishes a new standard of performance and driving dynamics with the introduction of an exceptional engine: the first inline six-cylinder with twin-turbochargers, high-precision fuel injection, and an all-aluminum crankcase. In addition to the classic proportions, the shoulder, character and sill lines serve to enhance the sleek appearance.
It is what they are selling at auction for that everyone is looking at. Side-impact airbags for the front seats are standard. Dry Braking, in turn, optimizes brake performance in the wet by using the brake pads to periodically dry the brake discs. We were reminded that the 335i was turbocharged when we added up the mileage and saw that we went only 18 miles per gallon of premium. A central rear dividing console means that the 335i is only a two-plus-two, but the fact that it is a two-plus-anything is commendable.
All is well for now, and this car really performs. The reality is that this is a new car, with not only a new body, but also a brand-new engine. It's slightly longer and lower than the sedan, but on the same wheelbase, and it's 49 pounds lighter in part because of composite-plastic front fenders. Another option is to loose the performance and get a much more reliable 328. Even with its firm sport suspension, the 335i remains compliant and manages to avoid the M3's flinty harshness. Here again, the focus is on the actual driving experience. Send Mike an Hide full review.