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2009 BMW 3 Series
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Fast Facts
Fuel Economy
Crash Test Scores
Base Price: $34,975
Price as Tested: $49,020
Why We Drove It: The BMW 3 Series was among the top ranked models in its class in the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout Study (APEAL). It is also called a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Finally, when equipped with the available turbodiesel engine, the 3 Series is one of the most fuel-efficient models in its class.
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the BMW 3 Series Sedan, the people that actually own and drive one told us:
“[It] really is the ultimate driving machine.”
“So tight and smooth, precise, a joy to drive.”
“Drives like a magnet is holding it on the road.”
“I feel like I own the road. Where I steer is where I get.”
“[I like the] speed, handling, reliability, comfort, safety.”
“It’s a BMW [with] speed, handling, beauty. Just perfect.”
“Suspension and vehicle dynamics are excellent.”
“Superb handling and acceleration.”
“Magnificent handling capability.”
“Sport suspension could be stiffer. [It’s] too soft.”
“Braking is exceptional.”
“Brakes are grabby at very low speeds.”
“I had read [brake dust] was an issue before buying. It is.”
“Wheels get dirty, fast.”
“The front end is very low [and] easy to bump on a curb.”
“AWD [is] fantastic for Chicago winters.”
“It handles brilliantly in ice and snow.”
“It’s solid. I feel completely safe.”
“Luxurious, smooth ride.”
“Run-flat tires [are] harsh and noisy. Good idea, poor execution.”
“Run-flat tires [are] rough-riding [and] bumpy. I hate them.”
“Run-flat tires very poor on rough surfaces. Too much noise.”
“Cost is high to replace [special run-flat] tires.”
“[It’s] harder for someone my age – 60 – to get in and out.”
“Entry and exit difficult for older people.”
“Cramped interior space.”
“Needs more head room for taller people.”
“Front seats could be more comfortable.”
“Rear seats need a little more leg room.”
“Radio display can’t be seen with polarized sunglasses.”
“Sunroof should have a pop-up flap to keep out air.”
“[I like the] quality workmanship. Car [is] beautifully and well made.”
“Beautiful car, inside and out.”
“Leather seats get dirty very quickly.”
“Center console storage [is] too small.”
“The glovebox is too small.”
“Cupholders need [a] redesign.”
“Terrible cupholder placement.”
“iDrive [is] too cumbersome.”
“iDrive navigation [is] complex to use, particularly [when] switching screens while driving.”
“Stereo system needs an upgrade.”
“Perfect in every way and does exactly what I wanted.”
“I love my BMW. It may not be for everyone but it’s definitely the car for me. Always.”
“[It] really is the ultimate driving machine.”
“So tight and smooth, precise, a joy to drive.”
“Drives like a magnet is holding it on the road.”
“I feel like I own the road. Where I steer is where I get.”
“[I like the] speed, handling, reliability, comfort, safety.”
“It’s a BMW [with] speed, handling, beauty. Just perfect.”
“Suspension and vehicle dynamics are excellent.”
“Superb handling and acceleration.”
“Magnificent handling capability.”
“Sport suspension could be stiffer. [It’s] too soft.”
“Braking is exceptional.”
“Brakes are grabby at very low speeds.”
“I had read [brake dust] was an issue before buying. It is.”
“Wheels get dirty, fast.”
“The front end is very low [and] easy to bump on a curb.”
“AWD [is] fantastic for Chicago winters.”
“It handles brilliantly in ice and snow.”
“It’s solid. I feel completely safe.”
“Luxurious, smooth ride.”
“Run-flat tires [are] harsh and noisy. Good idea, poor execution.”
“Run-flat tires [are] rough-riding [and] bumpy. I hate them.”
“Run-flat tires very poor on rough surfaces. Too much noise.”
“Cost is high to replace [special run-flat] tires.”
“[It’s] harder for someone my age – 60 – to get in and out.”
“Entry and exit difficult for older people.”
“Cramped interior space.”
“Needs more head room for taller people.”
“Front seats could be more comfortable.”
“Rear seats need a little more leg room.”
“Radio display can’t be seen with polarized sunglasses.”
“Sunroof should have a pop-up flap to keep out air.”
“[I like the] quality workmanship. Car [is] beautifully and well made.”
“Beautiful car, inside and out.”
“Leather seats get dirty very quickly.”
“Center console storage [is] too small.”
“The glovebox is too small.”
“Cupholders need [a] redesign.”
“Terrible cupholder placement.”
“iDrive [is] too cumbersome.”
“iDrive navigation [is] complex to use, particularly [when] switching screens while driving.”
“Stereo system needs an upgrade.”
“Perfect in every way and does exactly what I wanted.”
“I love my BMW. It may not be for everyone but it’s definitely the car for me. Always.”
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2009 328i Defective signal FC A8B1 Module, had car as new in Dec 08, services to same problem from 12/08 to 02/09, settled under Lemon Law.
-- Posted by Angel on 5/29/2009 11:07:00 PM
After test driving this (320d), I personally feel that VW makes much better quality cars. I test drove the new VW tiguan and was amazed by the wealth of new technology for the right price. BMW is just a hype! I would certainly not pay that extra price for just that small round seal!!
-- Posted by kstr on 6/8/2009 12:10:00 AM
I hit every curb i pull up to
-- Posted by Anonymous on 9/15/2009 11:38:00 AM
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