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2011 BMW 3 Series Review

The 2011 BMW 3 Series comes in two main trim lines and four sub-trims lines with 2 different engine options. The BMW still retains the tag for being the best handling sedan in the segment.

The 2011 BMW 3 Series comes in two main trim lines and four sub-trims lines with 2 different engine options. The BMW still retains the tag for being the best handling sedan in the segment. The 3 Series sedan for 2011 comes with minor upgrades. It comes in two main trim lines, which are the 328i and 335i, which further can opt in their AWD xDrive iterations too.

Pricing and Features
8.0/10

The 2011 BMW 3 Series Sedan comes in two main trims and four sub-trims lines. The first trim is 328i, which starts at $34,600 for the RWD iteration and the 328i xDrive AWD stands as its sub-trim with a sticker price of $36,600. Both these versions come with a 3.0 L inline-6 engine under the hood producing 230 hp and 200 lb-ft of torque. The 335i trim starts at $42,050, while the sub-trim 335i xDrive starts at $44,050, and comes with a more powerful turbocharged 3.0L inline-6 engine that puts out 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque.

Model	328i	335i
MSRP	$34,600 (RWD) $36,600 (xDrive AWD)	$42,050 (RWD) $44,050 (xDrive AWD)
Features	V Spoke 16” light alloy wheels, run-flat all-season tires	V Spoke 17” light alloy wheels, run-flat all-season tires
	Halogen high- and low-beam headlights and Corona headlight-rings	Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings
	8-way adjustable front seats (includes 2-way headrests with Active Head Restraints feature)	8-way power front seats with 2-way manual headrests with Active Head Restraints feature, and driver memory with 2 presets for exterior mirror and seat positions
	Leatherette upholstery	2-way power glass moonroof with “one-touch” operation and sliding interior sunshade
	Automatic climate control – includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation	Available Sport suspension calibration
	Available 3-stage heated front seats
	Dark Burl Walnut Wood trim
	3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth phone controls
	AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)

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The 335i trim is the best trim to opt for. It comes with a more powerful turbocharged engine along with a great set of features. The feature set includes V Spoke 17” light alloy wheels with run-flat all-season tires, Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings, 8-way power front seats with 2-way manual headrests with active head restraints feature, 2-way power glass moonroof with “one-touch” operation and sliding interior sunshade, and other features.

Engine and Performance
9.2/10

The BMW 3 Series starts at $34,600 and comes with a 3.0 L Inline-6 engine mated to a 6-Speed manual transmission churning out 230 hp of maximum power and 200 lb-ft of maximum torque. The BMW 3 Series takes 6.3 seconds to reach a speed of 60 mph and 15.2 seconds to cross the quarter-mile mark.

The BMW 3 Series is limited to a top speed of 130 mph. The performance of the 3 Series can be termed as arguably the best in the segment. The more powerful 335i trim provides even better performance and acceleration.

Model	BMW 328i	2011 Infiniti G25 Journey	Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
MSRP	$34,600	$32,800	$33,990
Engine	3.0L Inline-6	2.5L V6	3.0L V6
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD
Transmission	6-speed manual	7-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Power	230 hp @ 6500 rpm	218 hp @ 6400 rpm	228 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	200 ft-lbs. @ 2750 rpm	187 ft-lbs. @ 4800 rpm	221 ft-lbs. @ 2700 rpm
0-60 mph (seconds)	6.3	7.3	6.1
Quarter-mile (mph)	15.2	15.7	14
Top Speed (mph)	130	145	139

The BMW 3 Series is the most powerful of the lot outputting 230 hp and 200 lb-ft, followed by the Merc that outputs 228 hp and a better torque of 221 lb-ft, whereas the Infiniti produces 218 hp and 187 lb-ft of power and torque, respectively. The C 300 Sport is the fastest to reach 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, followed by the BMW and G25 in 6.3 and 7.3 seconds, respectively.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10

The BMW 3 Series is a comparatively fuel-efficient car delivering an above-average fuel-efficiency in the segment. It delivers fuel efficiency of 18 mpg in the city, 28 on the highway, and a combined efficiency of 22 mpg. The BMW 3 Series has a fuel capacity of 16.1 gallons, outputting a range of 290 miles in the city, 451 on the highway, and a combined range of 354 miles.

Model	BMW 328i	2011 Infiniti G25 Journey	Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
MPG (City) (mpg)	18	20	18
MPG (Highway) (mpg)	28	29	26
MPG (Combined) (mpg)	22	23	21
Fuel Capacity (gallon)	16.1	20.0	17.4
Range (City/Hwy/Combined)	290/451/354	400/580/460	313/452/365

In comparison, Infiniti G25 Journey is the most fuel-efficient, offering an efficiency of 20 in the city, 29 on the highway, and a combined efficiency of 23 mpg, followed by the BMW and Mercedes offering 22 and 21 mpg of combined efficiency, respectively. The Infiniti has the largest fuel capacity of 20.0 gallons, followed by the Mercedes and the BMW with fuel capacities of 17.4 and 16.1 gallons. The Infiniti also delivers the best-combined range of 460 miles, followed by the C 300 Sport and BMW delivering 365 and 354 miles, respectively.

Interior
7.9/10

The 2011 BMW 3 Series has a very spacious cabin with lots of space in the front and rear row seats, which are comfortable and supportive. The materials and elements in the interior are of excellent build quality and come with the usual BMW style and charm.

The rear seats also offer great support and enough space for large adults. However taller people might feel a bit cramped due to the lacking headroom. The BMW 3 Series offers a cargo capacity of 12.0 cu-ft.

Model	BMW 328i	2011 Infiniti G25 Journey	Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	38.5/55.4/41.5	40.5/55.6/43.9	37.1/54.7/41.7
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	37.5/55.1/34.6	37.7/55.2/34.7	36.9/55.1/33.4
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)	12.0	13.5	12.4

The Infiniti is the most spacious on the interior, having the most legroom in the front row and rear row. The Mercedes has the lowest amount of legroom in the rear row, while the BMW stands in the middle. When it comes to cargo capacity, the Infiniti again offers more than its rivals of 13.5 cu-ft, while the Mercedes and BMW offer 12.4 and 12.0 cubic feet, respectively. Few key features include-

8-way power front seats with 2-way manual headrests with Active Head Restraints feature
Driver memory with 2 presets for exterior mirror and seat positions
Leatherette upholstery
Dark Burl Walnut Wood trim
Automatic climate control – includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control
Rear-seat center armrest with cupholders
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column
Heated steering wheel

How intuitive is the 2011 BMW 3 Series’s infotainment unit?

The BMW 3 Series features a CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS). There is also a Harman Kardon Surround Sound Audio System with vehicle-specific equalizing and powerful 420W amplifiers along with 13-speakers.

The infotainment unit comes with an optional navigation system, a rearview camera, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and HD radio. Other major infotainment features include-

AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)
Rearview Monitor
Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System
USB Connection Port For Ipod Interface And Other Compatible Devices
Harman Kardon Surround Sound Audio System
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Aux Input

Exterior
9.0/10

The 2011 BMW 3 Series looks beautiful and aggressive at the same time. It does scream out that it performs superbly and has a sporty nature, while also depicting from a mere outside view that it features a luxurious and finely crafted interior.

It is undoubtedly one of the best-looking sedans in the segment. The exterior of the BMW 3 Series features Xenon headlamps, adaptive headlamps, front fog lights, and 16 or 17-inch sporty alloy wheels of different styles.

Model	BMW 328i	2011 Infiniti G25 Journey	Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
Curb Weight (lbs)	3362	3534	3527
Length (in.)	178.2	187.9	182.3
Width (in.)	71.5	69.8	69.7
Height (in.)	55.9	57.2	56.3
Ground Clearance (in.)	6.4	4.9	4.1
Wheelbase (in.)	108.7	112.2	108.7

The Infiniti weighs the most, weighing in at 3,552 lbs, followed by the Mercedes which weighs a lower 3,527 lbs, followed by the BMW that weighs 3,362 lbs. The Infiniti is the longest and highest with a length and height of 187.9 and 57.2 inches, respectively, followed by the Mercedes and the BMW. Compared to the G25 and Mercedes having a ground clearance of 4.9 and 4.1 inches, the BMW has a higher clearance of 6.4 inches. Major exterior features of the sedan are-

V Spoke Style 17” alloy wheels
Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings
Halogen free-form front fog lights
Retractable, high-intensity headlight washers
Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
Chrome-plated exhaust tips
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
2-way power glass moonroof with “one-touch” operation and sliding interior sunshade

Safety
8.6/10

The 2011 BMW 3 Series comes with a lot of standard safety features, which include ABS and Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology. The 2011 BMW 3 Series has not been rated by NHTSA but IIHS has crash-tested and rated it with impressive safety scores, ensuring that it is a safe vehicle. Major safety features include-

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Adaptive Brake Lights
BMW’s Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features
Crash Sensor
LATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation
Coded Driveaway Protection

Final Verdict

The 2011 BMW 3 Series is a beautifully crafted machine with a superb and efficient powertrain, impeccable handling, and a well-crafted interior. The 3 Series is an excellent option in the segment and comes in great packages with RWD and AWD drivetrain options. The 3 Series for 2011 is among the best driving experiences in the segment, and we recommend that.

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BMW 335i the tank that speeds

ProsCapable of 1000hp, N54 naturally aspirated engine

Cons Low to ground, Bumper cover mounting is easily broken

2011 BMW 3 Series Review

Pricing and Features8.0/10

Engine and Performance9.2/10

Fuel Economy8.0/10

Interior7.9/10

How intuitive is the 2011 BMW 3 Series’s infotainment unit?

Exterior9.0/10

Safety8.6/10

Final Verdict

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Pros
Capable of 1000hp, N54 naturally aspirated engine

Cons
Low to ground, Bumper cover mounting is easily broken

Pricing and Features
8.0/10

Engine and Performance
9.2/10

Fuel Economy
8.0/10

Interior
7.9/10

Exterior
9.0/10

Safety
8.6/10