Car and driver 328i comparison test

Check out the comparison from car and driver for the full story. All vehicles provided by manufacturers for comparison test purposes. The bmw 3series is a perennial winner of car and driver s 10best cars award and has won every comparison test in which it has competed since the e90 series was launched in 2005. My e90 328 with hps has a better tactile feel, albeit heavier which i like. Its inconsistent, and the volvo should have either been omitted from the sport sedan comparison, or the regal should have been included, in which case it would have placed 5 out of 6.

The luxury car driver wants solidity, confidence, and comfort to register through the seat of the pants. Car and driver 10 best cars 2011 best resale value awards 2011 brand image awardscar and driver, january 2017. You can expect them to spread to the rest of porsches lineup in due course. Were convinced that the e90 would handily win a comparison test against the f30. Thats only a couple of grand short of bmws ultimate 3series model, the m3. Also, the car and driver may 2014 test of the 328i xdrive sport wagon has the same cinturato all season tires providing a 159 stop if you look at the test. Combines the side barrier driver and the side pole star ratings into a front seat rating. Engine masters best driver s car week long road to monterey. Bmws 3 series won the last luxury sports sedan comparison, and it. Actual options should be verified by the customer and dealer. In our latest comparison test, we focus on the standouts in the. The xe is one of the most entertaining cars to drive, and. We decided against the 335i because the 328i is bmws volume model, and. Were testing the bmw 330i with the m sport package and the.

For the thrifty 328i driver, a new pushbutton ecopro drive mode improves fuel economy by making the transmission shift earlier and reducing throttle response. This 2011 bmw 3 series 328i xdrive sedan awd is for sale in colorado springs, co. Select from one or more dropdowns below, to find the right car for you. Compared to the 330i, the a4 trades on a hipper, techoriented appeal. The side barrier test simulates an intersection collision between a standing vehicle and moving barrier at 38. The manufacturer must provide an example for testing. Features and options are descriptive of what can be expected on the vehicle. In comparison, two different 2012 bmw 328i sedans with the sixspeed manual we tested accelerated to 60 mph in 5. All new car test drive prices are manufacturers suggested retail prices, which do not include destination charge and may change at any time without notice. Research 2008 bmw 3 series sedan 4d 328i safety ratings nadaguides. See photos of the new 3series and read our impressions at car and driver. By comparison, the european version of the 328i xdrive touring.

Its driven by our extensive vehicle database and allows you to compare prices, features, mpg, and options on up to four vehicles at a time. Bmw 328i 05 may 2012 theres been a lot of fuss about suvs, fourdoor coupes and sexy sports cars in the luxury sphere, but when it comes to big sellers many still have four. I drove a 2020 bmw 330i xdrive from michigan to florida 10 day trip in itaround. The rear seat rating is derived from the side barrier rear passenger rating. Four supersuvs compete for a spot at best driver s car. Leather seats, power mirror package, power package, premium sound package, premium wheels. You dont need a masters degree to become a test car driver, but it helps if you have a love for cars and excellent mechanical knowhow. A fine car, but although it has the same potential as the 320, if i know i need to make changes to a new car, id prefer to start with 10,000 extra dollars. When motor trend compares nine luxury sport sedans in a comprehensive big test, will the giulia, a4, ats, xe, is, c300, 330i, or s60 come out on top. It takes the dynamic road and handling qualities of a sports sedan and gives it. Bmws allwheel drive system is offered on the 328i and the more powerful 335i 3 series sedans. Find out which four cylinder sports sedan wins at car and driver. Little has changed with the n20 mill, save for some acoustic tuning that lends it a throatier, albeit synthetic, growl. Comparison test of the new cadillac ats and bmw 3series.

But for driving enthusiasts, the e90 remains the benchmark. Living on the inside life inside the 2012 bmw 328i longterm test car. Aided by the autoboxs launch control, our rearwheeldrive test car was one of the quickest 328i sedans weve tested, needing just 5. Consumer reports compares the bmw 3 series and mercedesbenz cclass. Both of our test cars have manual transmissions, because duh. In comparison, two different 2012 bmw 328i sedans with the sixspeed manual we tested accelerated to.

Its one of the strongest performers in the class, delivering a great combination of agility and ride comfort. Compare cars headtohead with edmunds car comparison tool. The newer car appears lower and broader thanks to the wider treatment of the headlights now reaching into the grille. Car and driver comparison test 228i, audi a3, mercedes cla. We pit the 201 bmw 328i m sport, 20 cadillac ats 2. The car manufacturers themselves often use their cars results in car and driver comparison tests for.

I would also like to see someone do a comparison test between the acura tsx, bmw 325i, lexus is250, mercedes c230 saab 93, and the volvo s40. Most drivers, though, will find that having less of that highstrung, italian character makes the bmw a friendlier car to live with. Bmw 3 series 2015 328i xdrive sulev 4dr sedan awd 2. The european version of the car, comparable in specifications to what is sold in the states, can accelerate from a standing start to 62 miles per hour 100 kmh in 7. The bmw 3 series is a good luxury small car that can satisfy the needs of a variety of shoppers. If youre in the market for a german sports sedan, you have a tough decision to make. I think that acura should put the turbo 4 from the rdx into the 08 tsx. Toggling back down to comfort or eco pro proved to be an exercise in frustration afterward. It is the sound of the new fourcylinder that many buyers cannot get used to. Were testing the bmw 330i with the m sport package and the standard. But when parked beside the f30 335i, my car looks ancient.

The groups bavarian provided a pleasant, controlled ride across all kinds of roads to. Compare cars sidebyside car comparison tool edmunds. Were comparing two popular luxury sport sedans, the 2017 audi a4 and the 2016 bmw 3 series, to see which is better. The maroon car here is a 2008 328isix cylinders, 230 hp. Bmws 3 series won the last luxury sports sedan comparison, and it did. It also boasts a range of potent engines and good gas mileage. To us, the alf romeo giulia is simply a better drivers car. While the bmw is by far the better drivers car of the two, and slightly. The red one is a 2012 328ifour cylinders, 240 hp, sport package.

Find out which fourcylinder sports sedan wins at car and driver. Its basic shell, known as the e90 chassis, was sold from 20062011. We liked it so much that we named it car of the year in 2018, mostly for. Select cars that interest you and see a sidebyside comparison. Find out in this motor trend first test of a 2015 328i with an eightspeed automatic.

Test drivers say no matter which engine you choose, the 2016 bmw 3 series has. The bmw 3series is a perennial winner of car and drivers 10best cars award and has won every comparison test in which it has competed since. Test car drivers typically work for major auto manufacturers, drive at high speeds for several hours a day, and traverse obstacle courses that require expert driving ability and quick reflexes. Engine masters best drivers car week long road to monterey. Were still a far cry from cars driving themselves without supervision, but the. We decided against the 335i because the 328i is bmws volume model, and besides, its the one. July 10, 2017 we tested the alfa romeo giulia, audi a4, bmw 330i. Big thanks to tompkinson bmw find them on all the social networks. The f30 328i loaner car i was issued while my car was in for service has the eps unit and it feels disconnected from the road isolated from potholes and other jarring impacts which may be nice for some, but theres no good handson feedback. The 328i is a great all around vehicle, proving to be faster than the last 328i and more efficient.