2007 BMW 3 Series Consumer Reviews Page 3

Dream car doesn't disappoint!

Written by: Paul on 04/29/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Loved BMW since a little kid, finally got one. Even entry level 328i has plenty of power and sticks to the road like glue. Many people warned me that they don't handle well in snow/ice, but I found it to be better than any car I've ever had (including front wheel drives). I couldn't make it skid when I tried. Glad I didn't go for the "x" option, unnecessary. The car is quality through and through. Wish I had an autobahn to really run it! May do European delivery next time.

Favorite Features

Handling is superior to anything I've ever driven. Absolute joy to drive. Gas mileage on long trips is 30-32 mpg - incredible for a sport sedan. Engine is great balance of power, smoothness, and economy.

Suggested Improvements

Radio/clock display can't be seen with polarized amber sunglasses - fix this! Voice command system is inconsistent. Run flats seem to ride OK, but due to their cost and availability, I ended up getting their tire/windshield warranty - wasn't happy about added expense. Window controls awkward.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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2007 BMW 328xi Coupe

Written by: LT on 04/23/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328xi 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I ordered the car 18 months ago with Automatic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Navigation and Parking Assist. It's worth every dime. It looks great, handles like a dream, and has top notch build-quality (very German). Though it is not anywhere near the top in term of horsepower count, power delivery is excellent, making highway passing and merging very easy. Fuel economy is surprisingly good for a car that offers such performance. Unlike many other V6s, real life MPG is pretty close to what is shown on the sticker. The free maintenance program is another nice touch.

Favorite Features

Style, build quality, iDrive.

Suggested Improvements

The iDrive can respond faster. The seat belt arm is a nice feature, but can be annoying at times.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Old Man's Sports car

Written by: TPIII on 04/22/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I purchased the wagon to accommodate my granddaughter's weekend stuff for getting to my house. Anyway, that's my excuse for buying the 328i wagon. It has been a great road car. It turns corners just a good as the sedan. Looks great and the sunroof is wonderful in place of my droptop I traded. The wagon is a better deal than an SUV for gas mileage and getting around town. More headroom than the sedan in the rear. Great car for older folks vs. the minivan look. Provides extra space in the rear with the split seats for getting back and forth from shopping.

Favorite Features

The best part of the car is the smooth handling in the corners, incredible pickup on highway ramps, and great braking before the cops pull me over coming over hills.

Suggested Improvements

Need real cup holders- that work. better key/start operation and a few more inches in the rear seating area.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Best car I've ever driven... so far

Written by: Bobby in a BMW on 04/12/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Fell in love with German engineering with my first VW Golf, then a GTI... then went Japanese with the Acura TSX, which was beautiful, but didn't have the "chutzpah". But none of them compare to my 2007 328xi. Have it in dark green with brown interior and light wood. Have it for 7 mos now. Beautiful. Always wanted a BMW since I was a teen with dreams. The power and the way it handles are like no other I've driven. Drive it into a turn - it reacts with ease. You feel the road, but very comfortable. Don't mind the run flats. I'm thinking next to get the 300 hp, but there really is a lot of power in the 328. Radio's weird, so are cup holders. Big fan, but new A4 coming soon... hmm.

Favorite Features

Driving characteristics, handling is amazing, power, leather, AWD is great in the winter here in NJ, Xenon headlights are cool. Comfort of 4 year maintenance (although I'm leasing for only 2 years). Sirius satellite.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders are in dumb places. Driver's seat creaks some, there's a weird clicking noise around the rear window when you hit bumps sometimes. Read others had same issue. Why the buffet of extra luxury features? Make them standard - this car can get pricey - but it drives like nothing else!

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Worth the money

Written by: Kathleen on 04/04/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I always wanted a BMW and finally made the purchase. I have the sports package and get about 24 mpg doing a combination of city and highway driving. Probably the biggest treat is being able to quickly merge into commuter traffic. Coming from a Jeep Wrangler, merging into commuter traffic was painful. My BMW is a ton of fun to drive and I am so happy with my purchase.

Favorite Features

Attractive exterior lines and styling, handling on curves, comfortable ride, bluetooth for multiple phones, acceleration at all speeds very nice (once it kicks in), two 12v outlets, sunroof, door handle lights - all my friends think it's the coolest thing.

Suggested Improvements

Delay in acceleration noticeable, cup holders a bit out of reach for drivers with short wing span, clearance for center console 12v plug not high enough, rims need cleaning at least once a week because of the amount of brake dust, could use a bit more truck space, better iPod integration with radio

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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First Time BMW Owner

Written by: Ken C on 03/21/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Wanted a BMW my entire adult life. Purchased a new 2007 328i 4dr and am really enjoying it. I have never considered myself a "car guy" but the power and ride that this vehicle provides is exceptional. While my overall expectations were met (and sometimes exceeded), there are still some opportunities that I believe BMW should address, such as the poorly crafted leatherette seats and the ill-placed cup holders.

Favorite Features

Absolutely love the performance. Bit of a delay when really giving it some gas, but when it kicks in, it's smooth exceleration all the way. Also, love that I am not required to take it in every 3K miles for an oil change. Finally, you can't beat the 4yr/50K mile warranty.

Suggested Improvements

I've had the vehicle 16 months and the seam on the side lumbar pad is starting to tear, along with the rubber along the inside of the door. I am just shocked that a $40K+ vehicle comes with leatherette seats which also stain very easily. Both my Lexus and Solara had much better seats.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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My Dream Car

Written by: Rain on 03/20/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328xi 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I am a performance driven customer and it's the best performing vehicle I've ever driven. Which is not saying much for a former Integra and Civic Si owner, but I enjoy every minute of every drive, especially spirited driving. I have had the car for a little over a year (9K) and have had an oil sensor glitch and a rear lamp failure, which was covered by the warranty. BMW touts free 4-year maintenance, which says an oil change every 15K, that seems crazy to me, so I recommend servicing the car at least once between the free ones. The AWD felt very stable in the typically mild north VA snowstorms.

Favorite Features

Navigation with real-time traffic. AWD. Bluetooth. BMW-Assist.

Suggested Improvements

iDrive for MP3 CD playback could use more options. Voice commands are hit or miss. Navigation is missing a lot features available on portable GPS units. I hope BMW has the ability to upgrade the software.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Beautiful design

Written by: JT on 03/19/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is our second BMW, the first is a 750I. My wife wanted something sporty and the 328i Coupe fits the bill. The design is a work of art, add in the performance and this car is a masterpiece. It feels, looks, and drives great!

Favorite Features

Design, acceleration, cabin layout.

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of the seatbelt arms.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I love this car!

Written by: dstrobelt on 03/11/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Fell in love with this car from the first online announcement, designed to suit with every available option and upgrade; waited 4 months for delivery! Worth the wait, handles marvelously, turns on a dime, corners on wet pavement effortlessly, incredible front passenger sporty comfort, spunky acceleration (but I do feel some turbo lag).

Favorite Features

Exterior and interior design is classy, sleek, and sexy.

Suggested Improvements

Run Flat Tires are a nightmare. Bridgestone should be ashamed (with the hard composite material a small pot hole feels like the front end of the car fell off). The cup holders are terribly placed if a passenger is in the car. The turbo lag starts to annoy.

5 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Almost same performance as my lotus

Written by: Chris on 03/05/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I have owned this car for 1year and 2 months. All I can say is wow. My 0-60 times are 4.8 seconds. The car handles like no other 4 door. Car handles great in snow and ice. The DTC is out of this world and doesn't let you spin out the car in the snow.

Favorite Features

Engine. 300hp and 300lb is a lie. Flat out. I dynoed the car and came up with 282wrhp and 297lb of torque. That is good, but way off :) That is why this car blows most cars off the road.

Suggested Improvements

The only real thing is change the radio system. Lets get a little more modern.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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