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2009 BMW 3 Series Coupe
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This lineup of entry-level luxury sedans experienced mainly cosmetic changes in the 2009 model year. New models were also introduced: the BMW 335i, which adds a turbocharged engine, and the 335d, which introduces BMW’s first clean diesel engine. The BMW 3 Series is available in sedan, wagon, coupé, or convertible configurations, with the all-wheel-drive versions designated by the xDrive moniker. The 3 series offers a choice of five gasoline and five diesel engines, and features redesigned front fascia, hood, mirrors, and taillights. BMW’s iDrive has been added, as has the proprietary ConnectedDrive Internet connection.
Standard equipment on basic models includes 16-inch wheels, heated side mirrors, sunroof, leatherette upholstery, automatic climate control, and a 10-speaker CD stereo. The 335i has 17-inch wheels, xenon headlights, and power front seats with driver memory. The Premium Package adds leather upholstery, auto-dimming mirrors, Bluetooth, and other features. The Sport Package adds larger wheels, sport seats and steering wheel, firmer suspension, and special exterior trim. The Climate Package includes heated front seats and steering wheel, retractable headlight washers, and fold-down rear seats. Many other stand-alone options are available.
Engine selection is the big news for the 2009 3 Series. The twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine on the 335d is emissions-compliant in all 50 states, and BMW estimates that it will deliver 23 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. The 325, 330, and 335 models have 3.0-liter six-cylinders—gasoline or diesel. The sedans and wagons all have six-speed manual or automatic transmissions, with seven speeds available on the 335 coupés and convertibles.
The 2009 BMW 3 Series starts around $34,025.
Standard equipment on basic models includes 16-inch wheels, heated side mirrors, sunroof, leatherette upholstery, automatic climate control, and a 10-speaker CD stereo. The 335i has 17-inch wheels, xenon headlights, and power front seats with driver memory. The Premium Package adds leather upholstery, auto-dimming mirrors, Bluetooth, and other features. The Sport Package adds larger wheels, sport seats and steering wheel, firmer suspension, and special exterior trim. The Climate Package includes heated front seats and steering wheel, retractable headlight washers, and fold-down rear seats. Many other stand-alone options are available.
Engine selection is the big news for the 2009 3 Series. The twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine on the 335d is emissions-compliant in all 50 states, and BMW estimates that it will deliver 23 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. The 325, 330, and 335 models have 3.0-liter six-cylinders—gasoline or diesel. The sedans and wagons all have six-speed manual or automatic transmissions, with seven speeds available on the 335 coupés and convertibles.
The 2009 BMW 3 Series starts around $34,025.
