Overview & Reviews
A boost in engine displacement and technology, plus an available all-wheel-drive system keeps BMW's venerable 3 Series at the top of its game in the competitive entry-level luxury market. Larger wheels and brakes are part of the engine upgrade. Two-stage front airbags, reduced steering effort, a Cold Weather package and Dynamic Brake Control round out the major changes for 2001.
- Luxurious, powerful, exceptional road manners, available all-wheel drive for sedan and wagon.
- Pricey for their market segment, limited cargo capacity.
User Reviews:
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Wünderbar! - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By Tyree - July 6 - 6:07 pmWonderful car! Plan on driving the car for years to come and then upgrade to the newer E60 530xi wagon. The exterior and interior design are flawless. The last of the great 3 series. Plenty of room, great gas mileage, comfortable. Great on road trips. Maintenance is affordable when DIY. This is my 3rd BMW and currently own 2. Will continue to buy only BMWs.
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325 xi winter driving - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By pete n - July 4 - 9:20 amBought our new 02 325xi in november after selling our 92 325 w/210,00 miles. My wife drives 20,000 miles per year and loved her 92, except that it tended to slide around in the wisconsin winter. I used to drive the 325 then, and she took my jeep. Since getting the new 325, I hardly ever get to drive it. She loves how it handles in the snow, and ice. Likes it better than the jeep actually. Highly recommend the car.
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Unreliable! - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By Brian - June 11 - 6:38 pmI just spent over $3,000 for numerous problems: A/C - evaporator leaking ($2,400), Window regulator, $450 - my second window regulator replacement! Also, strange thumping sound from right undercarriage (arm bushings?) $500. The next day the service engine soon light comes on and the oil pressure warning. Ridiculous at 69k miles.
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Great car, just need newer.......... - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By Judy Scroggin Updike - May 26 - 1:04 amStill love the car, but its getting a bit old and so am I. Think I need a newer model for safety.........
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5 speed without the clutch - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By John - May 23 - 1:22 amThis was a great car. I had to sell due to it not being practical to carry clients in, but it performed well. The AC was a bit sporadic and I had to play with the control to get it to blow the right level.
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Great car if you can afford it - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By OhioBoy - April 29 - 12:24 pmCar is fun to drive, comfortable, and good looking. I cant say enough good about this car. Little thoughtful features on the car make it fantastic to own, like the passenger rearview mirror folds down in reverse for parallel parking, theres a flashlight in the glove box charged off the car and the car comes from the factory already set up for a roof rack (my "official" BMW rack doesnt touch the paint). Big things that are nice are traction control (saved my behind in the snowy/crap weather here) & heated seats. Had to have one window motor replaced (under warranty thankfully). Maintenance is very pricey too ($800 for brakes, $100 oil change), as is the premium fuel.
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Awesome - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By Lee Ayres - April 8 - 10:00 amWe have driven coast to coast twice and love this car. It helps that I lost weight some weight. It is easier for me to get in and out of now at 210 compared to 250 pounds. Handling is superb.
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Best 30 Grand Sedan - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By Bond - March 31 - 10:00 amGreat car for the price.
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unexplainable feeling, BMW! - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By carlo - March 31 - 2:00 amIf you are picky about one or two repairs( which can happen to any manufacture ) this in not a car for you. But if the performance the handling or the safety such as 50/50 ratio is what matters, give it a try...
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back-n-black - 2001 BMW 3-Series
By missnlinc - March 22 - 10:00 amwhat a car! I have always dreamed about owning a bimmer and this car does not dissapoint. nothing like smokin other cars (supposedly with more horsepower) day & night. truly the ultimate driving machine.
