Overview & Reviews

Having introduced two all-new body styles last year, the 3 Series undergoes few changes for 2008. Most notable is the addition of the 335xi coupe, which adds all-wheel drive to the turbocharged 3 Series two-door. Sedans and wagons equipped with the six-speed automatic and Sport Package can now be upgraded with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The convertible carries over unchanged.

• Costs more than most competitors, not much interior storage space, navigation system brings with it exasperating iDrive, plain-Jane interior design.

User Reviews:

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  ULTIMO Commuter Sedan - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By k9doc1 - June 4 - 5:14 pm

  Have had the car for more than an year and have had ZERO mechanical issue. Only problem I had was with a ticking noise from the b-pillar but it mysteriously disappeared after the dealer replaced the seat belt mechanism. The fit and mechanics in todays BMW are so intricate that just a small thing out of balance will cause some annoying thing like a ticking noise. Various dealers tried to deal with this noise but nothing resolved it until the solution listed above, again the noise was there immediately after the repair but now its not there anymore. Something must have expanded inside the b-pillar or fit into place? Now I can truly/fully enjoy my Ultimate Driving Machine!

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  After 3 years of ownership - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By AD from LA - April 4 - 6:56 pm

  I purchased this car in early 2008 and still look back every time I walk away from it. I have a white 328 coupe optioned with auto transmission, sports package, and ipod connections so its pretty bare bones. Over the years Ive received numerous comments and I think the design is classic BMW. I didnt test drive other competing cars and after renting the Benz, Lexus, and Infiniti I dont regret the purchase at all. The overall interior build quality, telepathic steering, excellent handling, and covered warranty/maintenance make this an excellent purchase. After almost three years, Ive made a few visits to the dealer to fix interior trims (all covered by warranty), nothing mechanical.

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  BMW 328 coupe - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By jim - December 19 - 11:21 pm

  Got coupe 328 with auto, prem. and sport package. Car is great but hate run flat tires. Wake up BMW and get rid of those lousy expensive tires. This car deserves better.

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  Great car, fun to drive, best AWD - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By Mikhail - November 19 - 2:47 pm

  I admit the mileage is not the best - but I have 30+ on a highway @ 75 mph or 23-25 mpg @ 100 mph. AWD is extremely good - can so easily go through 10 inches of snow on the parking lot or 5 inches snow uphill to ski areas. Very comfortable car especially comparing to new Subarus, Toyotas and Nissans. 4 times made 1200 mi in one day stopping only for refuel and hardly had any back pain where as Subaru imp-za made me sick after 700 mi. Overall excellent car, very impressed! Change of razor-bladed runflat tire for me was 286$.

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  Reliable, revved up and red - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By happybeemer - October 19 - 9:36 pm

  I have about 7800 miles on my 328xi red wagon. I love it! Its the most reliable car Ive had, has great space for the size and navigation system and Sirius radio rock! Navigation disses are silly. Its as easy to learn as an iPod which I love, and probably should be standard. Cupholders seem weird at first, but are okay. Comfort access is a great safety feature, and so is all-wheel drive. Gas mileage better than sticker. Drives like a BMW. Enough said. Its my first, but Ive had Mercedes and such. Never anything but BMW from here on out. Get one. You will fall in love. I promise.

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  Runflat tires - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By Rob Nesbitt - August 29 - 10:39 pm

  As you can see above, I like the car. That said, I feel the dealers take advantage of the customer. This is a lease, and I need their approved service. They charged by $309 for a wheel alignment which could have been sold with poor alignment. Whos to know. Also, I was charged $483.00 for a tire replacement (simple nail). This is outrageous. According to the dealer, run-flats cannot be repaired. Again, I was stuck with the dealer recommendation. Run-flats are a poor excuse for "saving" the weight of a spare and "peace of mind" to be able to go 50 miles at 50mph (try that on an L.A. freeway). One must use secondary roads if one does not want to get rear- ended.

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  A Great Car (328i) - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By Prof T - August 17 - 9:55 pm

  For the money this is one great car. Excellent performance for a 4dr sedan that gets around 23MPG. Smooth ride and lots of quality inside. Would buy this car again.

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  Nothing better out there! - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By beakhunt - July 3 - 8:03 pm

  Ive just finished breaking in my 2008; this car is a thrill to drive. And this coming from a guy that used to drive only as a necessary evil! From front bumper to rear bumper, this car is first-class. It may cost a bit more than some, but trust me, the first time you accelerate to 130 mph on the Autobahn (or I guess you cant do that in the States) or take a tight corner, youll be glad you spent the extra dollars! This is easily the #1 car in its class with US military in Germany, and thats against some stiff competition from Audi and the like. Throw in the warranty, and you cant go wrong!

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  Phenomenal Ride - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By Matt V - May 13 - 10:21 am

  This is my first BMW and I dont know that Ill ever go back. The car is firm, responsive, and powerful despite it being the low-man on the totem pole compared to the 335i and M3. Plenty of room (Im 64") and an achievable purchase at slightly less than $30k.

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  First BMW - 2008 BMW 3-Series
  By John - April 28 - 3:43 am

  Living in the Ohio Snow Belt I wanted Xi system. I went with the 335 Xi, 6 speed and truly love all the performance and handling. I ordered extra wheels for snow tires, Continentals, which have been great. I’ve found the winter capability to be nothing short of fantastic. I’m anxious to put the OEM tires back on once the winter is over. Build quality, material quality is far above any other vehicle I have owned. On trips Ive gotten 26+MPG at 70 MPH.