2008 BMW 3-Series [ 2008 , 2007 ]

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in Upscale Midsize Cars

Based on analysis of 96 3-Series reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $32,700 - $41,200
Invoice: $30,085 - $37,905
MPG: 20 City / 29 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.6
Performance:9.1
Exterior:8.8
Interior:7.9
Safety:9.2
Reliability:8.0

2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan SULEV: Sedan SULEV [ See specs for other models ]

Body Style

4dr Car

Engine

  • Gas I6 3.0L/183
  • 6-Speed M/T (Standard)  or  6-Speed A/T (Optional)
  • 20 mpg city / 29 mpg hwy

2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan SULEV Safety Features and Specifications

Air Bag

Driver - Front Standard
Passenger - Switch (On/Off) Standard
Passenger - Front Standard
Side - Head only - Front Standard
Side - Head only - Rear Standard
Side - Body Front Standard

Brakes

ABS - 4 Wheel Standard

Lights

Fog Lamps - Front Standard
Headlights - Daytime Running lights Standard
Headlights - High Intensity Discharge Optional

Misc.

Traction Control Standard
Parking Aid Optional
Trunk Emergency Release Standard
Rollover Protection Standard
Engine Immobilizer/Vehicle Ant-Theft System Optional
Locks - Pwr Standard

2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan SULEV Performance Features and Specifications

Engine

Displacement 3.0L/183
Engine Type Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Standard)

Fuel

Fuel Type Gasoline Fuel (Standard)

Chassis

Drivetrain Type Rear Wheel Drive (Standard)
Transmission Type Auto Transmission w/Manual Override (Optional) , 6-Speed A/T (Optional) , M/T (Standard) , 6-Speed M/T (Standard)

2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan SULEV Interior Features and Specifications

Features

Air Conditioning - Auto Climate Control Standard
Steering Wheel Leather Wrapped Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Passenger Capacity 5
Reading Lamps Front Standard
Reading Lamps Rear Standard

Audio

CD Player Standard
MP3 Player Standard
Satellite Radio Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls Standard

Seats

Leather Standard
Heated Driver Optional
Heated Passenger Optional
Memory Optional
Pwr Driver Optional
Pwr Passenger Optional
Front Bucket Standard

Technology

Communications - Onboard Hands Free Optional
Telephone - Hands Free Wireless Connection Optional
Navigation System Optional

Mirrors/Windows

Defogger Rear Window Standard
Electrochromic Rearview Optional
Vanity - Passenger Illuminated Standard
Vanity - Driver Illuminated Standard

2008 BMW 3-Series Sedan SULEV Exterior Features and Specifications

General

Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3340
Length, Overall (in) 178.2
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD -
Keyless Entry Remote Optional
Wipers - Rain Sensing Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener Optional

Roof

Generic Sun/Moon Standard
Sun-Shield Standard

Mirrors

Heated Driver Standard
Heated Exterior Standard
Passenger Standard
Memory Optional

Wheels

Tires Tires - Front Performance (Standard) , Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Standard) , Tires - Rear Performance (Standard)
Wheels Aluminum Wheels (Standard) , Chrome Wheels (Standard)