It has a stunning combination of attributes and very little if any downsides. Just a blast to drive. A more thorough refresh is expected for 2011, but the 2010 3-Series still owns its segment: four-seat sports compacts. I'm sorry, it looks like your browser does not support JavaScript. The 3 Series' long-running double act is truly extraordinary: It speaks the language of driving enthusiasts, yet its upscale image and comfortable interior give it unrivaled mass appeal. The 2010 3-Series has a plush ride, it is always well-planted and secure on the road, and it's nearly impossible to fluster in corners.
Coupe and convertible versions come with slightly more equipment, including a sport-tuned suspension on the coupe and a power-retractable hardtop on the convertible. The front thrones are supportive enough for long interstate hauls with bolsters capable of keeping your rear planted should you decide to fling the sedan through the mountains. New for 2010 is an optional automatic high-beam system to improve night visibility. By custom the M3 is limited to a top speed of 155 mph. The other part is the inherent goodness of its chassis. In this test the braking beat the 335 by 2 feet, vs. I have been using the same independent here in Boise for 20 years and I swear he does a better job for half the cost of the dealer.
I've owned several Mercedes, a Jaguar, and my daily driver is a Porsche. M3 coupes get some structural changes that other M3s do not-namely, a carbon-fiber roof--which cuts weight and lowers its center of gravity. It's all-new this year and the old V8 is gone. The big V-8 underhood makes great noises, according to Automobile, who added that it was the most ferocious V-8 they've heard aside from Ferrari. Sounds like a fair fight, no? But obviouls boys will be boys forever.
A relatively long wheelbase coupled with short front and rear overhangs, plus a slight wedge shape, gives the compact 3 Series a dynamic flair that reflects common styling cues with the larger 5 Series and 7 Series, elements that are further reinforced by the signature twin-kidney grilles. Kind of minor: Back seat is tight. According to the specs, the inline-six manages to crank out its full torque from just 1,400 rpm, but the power simply isn't there until the mill begins to spin a little quicker. The nose wears the same flared nostril grille and round headlights as the rest of the Bavarian flock and the slight contour of the hood line gives the face something of a furrowed brow. It cannot be repaired and if you have a flat, that tire or all tires need to be replaced entirely.
There are plenty of penny pinchers out there! Driven more sedately it will return well over 40 miles to the gallon on the highway and even at a steady 90 miles an hour will return an honest 31 miles per gallon. Clever seatbelt extenders eliminate the awkward reach in the coupe, and despite admirable solidity, the long doors avoid being too heavy or unwieldy. Due to it's massive torque, however, it seems to be very relaxed, even when you are really hustling. As a base model, you don't get , satellite radio, a rear facing camera or any of the other tech goodies more economical manufacturers hand over for next to nothing these days. From the bark of the dual exhaust to the bushels of grip and braking power, the 335i leaves little to complain about.
However, after a few months break down after breakdown. The M3 convertible roof is a multipanel, power-folding hardtop that closes or opens in about 25 seconds. First among them is the optional M Drive, which allows M3 owners to store and access dynamic control settings such as steering, damping, and stability-effectively allowing you to fine-tune the demeanor of the M3 to the conditions of the moment. The convertible offers a reasonable cargo hold when the hardtop is up, but predictably shrinks considerably when the top is lowered. Are we partial to canary yellow cars? Interior noise is admirably suppressed, and the build quality, interior materials, and switchgear operation are first-class. In the end, the M3 coupe still checks in at around 3,700 pounds, with Convertibles well over the 4,000-pound line. It is not far off of an Mitsubishi Evo in terms of speed, with quarter mile times in the mid 13s and 0 to 60 in under 5 seconds bone stock.
Spectators and even some drivers may never realize it's a diesel until it's time to fill up. So now the 2010 Audi S4 is here to take another shot. Comfortable, well equipped with heated seat, navigation. For the price difference you can get some stunning 19' rims and Individual interior for the… I'm sorry, it looks like your browser does not support JavaScript. Couple the nearly flawless engine with the S4's nicely weighted clutch and finger-light shift action and the Audi couldn't feel more perfect running through the gears. The 335i isn't notably quicker, doing 0-60 in 5.
It is otherwise nice looking car, fun to drive. In addition, it includes four years of free roadside assistance. We have one year left as we bought a 2010 just one month ago. For 335i xDrive models with the automatic transmission, city economy jumps up 1 mpg to 17 mpg, while the highway rating is unchanged at 25 mpg. For '09, the sedan and wagon's controversial taillight design was rectified, and a gloriously torquey and fuel-efficient turbodiesel inline-6 became available for the sedan. I would highly recommend this car. Touches of carbon-fiber paneling emphasize the big structural differences with other 3-Series cars, but you can choose more traditional walnut trim.
The base engine in the 328i produces 230 horsepower and 200 pound-feet of torque; it feels far more powerful than those numbers would indicate. In all, it's probably the best-looking M3 lineup yet. Radio controls way too complicated. According to the , sane drivers should manage to see somewhere around 17 mpg city and 26 mpg highway — decent numbers given the horsepower on hand here, but not exactly figures you'd want to bring home to your mother, either. M3 coupes get some structural changes that other M3s do not-namely, a carbon-fiber roof--which cuts weight and lowers its center of gravity. If you buy this car it takes courage to remove the anti-glare coating and replace it with a film available at several outlets.