With a manual transmission, one might make the argument that the 3-Series is equally fun, more economic and every bit as capable. Although torque is a healthy 280 lb. No longer did the 328i have shades of a six-cylinder rumble, it now sounded like any other, ordinary 2. In a against the 3. Please for an important message about your web browser software. In a between eight luxury sport sedans, the 328i came out as the winner because of its ability to everything well from a performance and refinement stand point. Of course the local constabulary will treat you like the worst kind of anti-social felon if caught driving it like it was built to be driven, but anyone who's been behind the wheel of any 3 Series will attest Photo: Karen Tuggay, Canadian Auto Press to the fact that it can be driven more safely than the majority of other cars at much higher than posted speeds.
Soft-touch plastic inside the interior door handles feels upscale. Please for an important message about your web browser software. The only sore spots—literally—are the seats, which are wide, flat, and firm. Comfort Access, which is part of the premium package, now includes hands-free trunk closing while the head-up display has been added to the technology package. The different trim levels available on the sedans also have unique features on the inside. We gave the V60 the nod for best rear seats, too. Check out some of the top unconventional family-haulers to consider for your next car.
With the switch of a drive mode, the 3 Series can go from comfortable daily driver to racy canyon carver. The steering is light at low speeds, with proper resistance and feedback at higher speeds. No longer did the 328i have shades of a six-cylinder rumble, it now sounded like any other, ordinary 2. But most of the Swedishness resides in the cabin, where tasteful graining in the dark-gray dash gives even the commodity plastics a sense of style. The 3 Series is available with a traditional rearview camera that automatically displays what's behind the car or an optional Surround View with side- and top-view cameras, which offers a bird's-eye perspective of the vehicle and the area around it. That's all I need to say and you know exactly what class of car I'm talking about.
As the xDrive model name suggests, Sports Wagons come only with all-wheel drive. It is equal parts crossover wannabe and crossover apologist. Standard trim highlights include Gloss Black or Chrome, so the Photo: Karen Tuggay, Canadian Auto Press opportunity to suit up your 3 Series Touring in an exterior and interior treatment that's near exclusive to you is available and affordable. Please review to determine whether there is an open Recall on this vehicle. There are sharp silver and chrome lines running horizontally that give the illusion of both depth additional front width. The 3 Series has five additional engines to choose from, with the most powerful being the M3's 425-horsepower, twin-turbocharged V6 that is very fast off the line.
Now to head up to the top deck for some quick photos… if only I could figure out how to get this thing in to Reverse. You sit on them rather than in them, and they neither hold you in place nor support you adequately for a full day of driving. Engine, transmission, steering and brakes work in harmony. The 3 Series is available with a traditional rearview camera that automatically displays what's behind the car or an optional Surround View with side- and top-view cameras, which offers a bird's-eye perspective of the vehicle and the area around it. .
See your dealer for details. As expected, the navigation screen switched to an overhead view of the car with what appeared to be my surroundings. Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. If fuel economy is your thing, there are also hybrid and diesel models available. Maybe the… Sporty cars aren't necessarily practical purchases. The 3 Series Gran Turismo lacks any apples-to-apples competitors, though it's a viable alternative for drivers who want more space without the stigma of a station wagon.
Most of all, we were geeked to discover that the rear glass opens separately from the hatch to allow long items to pass through. Standard features are similar the 328i. Immerse yourself in total comfort with the available 4-way lumbar support front seats in your choice of rich Dakota Leather options. The 3 Series has undergone several changes since the 2012 redesign. With the switch of a drive mode, the 3 Series can go from comfortable daily driver to racy canyon carver.
At Laguna Seca Raceway, we strapped on helmets, switched off the electronics, and pushed hard around the turns. See your dealer for details. At noon we decide to order pizza for lunch. The model I drove also included a head-up display that lighted the inside of the windshield with my speed and the posted speed limit. The knobs turn with nuanced clicks, and the buttons have the subtle damping indicative of meticulous engineering. Unparalleled in its superb blend of handling,style, and practicality, our sure-footed All Wheel Drive 328i rewards you with near 33mpg.