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2010 BMW 335i
james108, 04/08/2012
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
We have been moving from Toyota to BMW in the past years. After having a 7 and 3, we just got this 335i and like it even better. I thought my bmw's are fast, but this one is even faster.
Love it!
doctorT, 03/19/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Before buying this car I tested the new A4 and the C class Benz. I admit the Audi is the best looking of the 3 but once you take it for a spin- none of the other cars come even close to the BMW. The acceleration is seamless and I love the sport automatic/ steptronic mode. I love the perfectly balanced steering and the handling/ grip on the road is fantastic. I love how solid the car feels. The Audi's steering felt too light and the acceleration/handling does not compare.
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Best car I've ever owned
Areeje Ayyash, 09/10/2017
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Where to begin; I've always been a huge fan of BMW but started driving Mercedes for a while. I finally switched back because I found this car at an incredible deal and since then my love of driving has returned. The interior for this car feels like it's made with significantly higher quality than competitors, there is no comparison in the drive quality as it's one of the main things BMW is known for, and I've found the car has less repairs than others. I will concede that the car is a bit on the small size, it's perfect for me cause I'm short but my husband (6'2) struggles sometimes to find a comfortable spot with headroom. Once he finds it he loves the car as much as I do and usually takes it to work and leaves me his car (not nearly as fun). All around it's the perfect car for me but if you aren't into the BMW feel then you'll most likely feel meh about it.
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My Dream Come True
Flaglergal, 11/24/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have always driven "sensible" cars, Camry, Taurus, Etc. My last car was a 2007 Maxima and believe me I loved it until now. I decided I wanted a BMW. I went to the dealership with intentions of buying and I did. I wasn't looking for the 335i turbo but once I drove it I knew it was mine. I drove from Florida to Pennsylvania this weekend and it was a dream. This car handles better than any car I ever had, hugs the road without outside noise. Seats, took awhile for me to figure out all the adjustments, are very comfortable. Being petite I often have trouble with the seats, not this car. My one complaint-the seat belt doesn't adjust so it crosses against my neck and not comfortable
First BMW. Now, I am flying, not driving
Yves, 08/07/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
This car (BMW 328i 6AM) is a driver's dream. I had an Acura TSX before: good car, but it was boring. I know, I should have bought a manual transmission(none were available), but the automatic transmission is excellent (I love the 'Sport' position). I like the size of this car: small enough to be fun to drive, large enough to carry large suitcases and 3~4 passengers. The audio system would be below average in a $15k car! Buy the upgrade or get the speakers replaced (not easily done, though).
Okay, not great!
Ron, 03/15/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Cabin is very quiet and comfortable. Acceleration and handling are good. Some people have trouble entering because of low overhead. Windshield sticker warns run flat tires get about 20 miles - expensive. Requires premium gas, but regular seems to run OK. Cabin interior storage is terrible. Owners materials & CD's have to store in trunk. Speedometer is about 4 mph too fast.
Nice car with some issues
---, 10/31/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Nice car with lots of delightful features (especially with the almost fully loaded car). There have been a lot of complaints about the run flat tires. They are noisy and makes the car handle poorly. A great car has been a bit handicapped because of this choice by BMW which maybe should be offered as an option to buyers. Note that runflats are not installed on BMW's pure sport M3 model. This shows you what BMW themselves think about runflat tires. The base audio system is also very poor IMO. But there are tons of details and safety features that one should not overlook and other than the nitpicks above this is an awesome car. There is a reason why this is very popular in this segment
Fun to drive when it was in my possession
Todd, 11/23/2015
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
Repair shops have had "ownership" of this vehicle an estimated 6 months of my 3.5 years of ownership. I put $2800 into turbo purchase, $1500 into labor then a new turbo blew so another $1500 for labor since the subframe had to be dropped again to install the new turbo. For what the car is worth I've had turbos replace, replaced the valve cover myself due to pcv crack, injectors replaced, fuel pump replaced so I've spent almost half of the cars worth in repairs!!!!!!. Maintenance wise just a nightmare, but a fun car to drive.
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An unmatched car - when properly maintained
E90N52, 10/10/2022
updated 04/16/2025
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 2009-2011 BMW 328i is the last great 3 series. These cars carried on the defining features of prior generations of the 3, while also being a handsome modern BMW. Between the straight 6 engine, firm ride, sharp handling, and perfect steering feel, the 328i is a true "driver's car." These features went away in the next generation, introduced for the 2012 model year. The 328i has just the right amount of power - plenty for getting up to speed and passing on the highway, but you can also go through the gears without reaching illegal speeds. My car is an AWD model which adds some weight, it is still a quick car, not necessarily fast though. Styling has held up great after 12+ years. The revisions that came in 2009 modernized the 3's design, and it does not look its age. Build quality is very good, and the interior is well thought out. I do not have the optional navigation system, and prefer the simplicity of not having it. This completes the analog driving experience. While one can buy a 2009-11 328i for a fraction of its original sticker price, these cars perform best when maintained like a $40,000 car. Keep up with all fluid changes, know the common spots for oil leaks (valve cover, oil filter housing, oil pan), and make sure the cooling system is in good shape. If maintenance and repairs are done proactively, the N52 engine is extremely dependable. I do not hesitate to drive mine anywhere. Parts aren't cheap like American or Japanese cars, but you are paying for the driving experience. BMW, or any other brand for that matter, will never make a car like this again. Get one while they're still plentiful! Update 4/2024: I still look forward to driving my 328 each day. While I've had some expensive maintenance in the past year, the cost is worth it to me. It's never stranded me and nothing newer drives quite like the E90 chassis. I don't plan to get rid of it anytime soon, especially now that I've addressed so many trouble spots. These cars are certainly becoming less common on the road. Update 4/2025: Still own the car and it's never left me stranded. However, the expensive repairs have persisted. Even though I've done so much work to the car, it continues to have issues. Most are annoyances, not items impairing drivability. At 15+ years old, they're getting harder for a regular person to use daily; it is both a time and financial commitment to keep them operating in like-new condition.
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Calling it free service is a gimmick
dee, 10/07/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Having owned multiple BMW's I can say they are great cars. But the company uses the marketing trick of saying service is free, when in fact, they determine what normal service is, so don't really do much service to the car. BMW says the car can go 25,000 miles between oil changes, has lifetime coolant that never needs service, and they don't check the car out for issues until about end of the 4 years of free service .
Expected Higher Quality
Robert, 09/03/2015
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Issues to date: Rear tail light assembly failed, front windshield rubber trim disintegrated, rear window trim disintegrated, rear view mirror retaining ring pops out making the mirror flop all over and not stay in position, rear seat stitching failed near headrest seam. These seem minor but they are all very irritating. I've owned several Mercedes, a Jaguar, and my daily driver is a Porsche. This is my wife's car so I am constantly fielding these repairs. First BMW and I expected more.
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One Great Car
Jay, 07/27/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I had this car for almost a year now, just reached 9,000 miles this morning. A week ago, I had a low engine oil warning so I had the first oil change done, which is supposed to be at 15K miles. Besides that, this is truly a fun to drive car. I especially like the tow shift mode: regular and sporty. When you're in sporty mode, you will feel really excited because it becomes a race car. If you just want a smooth relaxed tour, you just use the regular shift and it becomes a comfortable luxury car.
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cnd8, 09/15/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first BMW. I have to admit, I prefer the ride and comfort of my previous Ford Fusion. The seats are quite firm. The ride is more bumpy. One thing that drives me insane is that the cup holders are in your passenger's lap. They really need to be in the console. There is room in the current design for at least one in the console. I wish they would have put a cup holder there instead of an open area.
Not Worth for the Price
First Time Buyer, 01/08/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is my first BMW; I love this car for its front appearance and the superb handling. Clean and accessible cockpit but when you look at the whole package, the hefty price is not justified in terms of the interior space and leg room. Especially in the back row seat my son cant easily buckle his booster seat. We use the standard booster seat, but there is not enough space for it, often the seat belt clip will end up under the booster seat and I need to often help him to buckle up, this is really annoying. One other major issue is with the Navigation, I paid around $2100.00 for this navigation option which doesnt says the street names instead says turn right and turn left.
A sign of things to come
PSC85, 04/20/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first new car. Just leased at Devon Hill BMW. Everyone at the dealer was fantastic. They made me feel that my purchase (or lease) really mattered to them! Now onto the car. Simply perfect for my needs. 25 year old male. I love technology, so the premium and navigation package were a must. I was skeptical about the infamous i-drive system. But I found the new version to be perfectly fine to operate. I almost prefer it to touch screens now because it keeps my arm in a comfortable position. The fit and finish on the car are amazing. I test drove Acura's, Honda's, Ford's, and sat in an Infiniti. My 3 feels like a more expensive car.
Love 3 Series 6cyl AWD Manual Models
Steve Deflip, 04/30/2021
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned: 97 Z3 98 323i 99 328i - Lott’s of torque, easy to lose your backend. 06 325ix - Not enough power 07 328ix - Awesome 10 328i Xdrive- Love it I will always buy a used 3 series. Great ride, fun as hell to drive, handles very well (xdrives), feels like one piece of steel. Since I’ve never had a bigger engine than the inline 6, I must say the power is great. Not excellent, but great. I must be honest, I beat the hell out of my Bimmers. Strong accelerating, sudden breaking, red lining, dropping the hammer, down shifting hard. The car takes it with grace. I’ve owned, I.e. 85 Maserati BiTurbo, 98 Honda Prelude SI, Nissan Altima, 07 BMW 530i, 02 Lincoln LS, 99 Mercedes C230 Kompressor, 12 Mercedes C300 Sport, 10 Volkswagen GTI 2.0 T, (Favorite). Moving forward, a 3 series is the way to go. Stylish, sporty, fun to drive, safe, elegant, strong, and great performance. Only draw-back is the cost of things when “whatever” breaks. Every time a light comes on the dash, get ready for a beating when the bill comes. It’s not a Honda though. They are reliable in regard to major systems. It’s the small stuff that can be a pain. Driving a 3 series is an experience. Everyone whose driven my cars has always “LOVED” driving them. I’ve never had the same, consistent feedback from my other cars. If you haven’t driven one, you must. Push it. You will know what I’m trying to articulate here. You can drive a V.I.P while wearing an Armani suit or drive like hell on curvy roads in mid July, at night, windows down, music up, torn jeans, and you’ll get addicted.
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Just gets better
Joe, 11/25/2009
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This my fourth BMW and after a brief stint in other performance vehicles, it is a distinct pleasure to be back in a 3 series. The smooth silky engine, the tight and predictable handling and the clean ergonomically correct cockpit. The performance is better than I remembered, particularly with the standard transmission. Appreciate the value package with free leather and USB interface. Overall a ten, I have no regrets and only positive things to say. A great car.
I'm not really that impressed
KW, 04/21/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I got this car for my wife. The sticker was above $37,000 Dollars. For that you get seats that manually adjust to any position but a comfortable one, 16" wheels(!), Bluetooth buttons that are only decorations, you don't actually get Bluetooth and a completely unintuitive radio. Even though the car drives well, I think it's the emperor's clothes.
Worst decision made
Nathan Waits, 07/25/2018
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car looks nice, rides nice but constantly costing money in parts and maintenance. It helps that I work on it myself. I have had to repair more on this BMW in the last 3 months than I have through the life span of any Nissan, Toyota, Chevy, or Ford that I’ve owned. Sell before it hits 90k.
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Sounds funny
Joel, 01/23/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've just jumped out of my '07 328I lease and opted for the '010 IX model due to its excellent winter handling ability. How was I to know the sound quality is so awful. I don't know who's right ten speaker count mentioned on the Spec. sheet for Edmunds site, or Joseph Wierda, claiming to be from BMWNA, who asserts that the vehicles now come standard w/6 speakers. How's this for "Ultimate Driving Machine?" Ewww, 6 speakers, really. I should've stuck with my '07, it had a Great ride and Great sound. My vehicle, does only have six speakers, no Tweeters. I had it checked.
malfunctions, no help from BMW
Forest H., 02/03/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The satellite radio does not work, never has. The dealer says they can't fix it, nor can BMW, that it's just a problem in these cars. The USB port will not accept iphones. It works with ipod, but ipods are now integrated into iphones. No fix for that either. The speedometer is 4-5mph off, so you're not sure what speed you're going. I determined this from two different portable GPS's. No fix. BMW removed the electrical outlet from the bottom of the dash board, now there's only one outlet and it's in the console. But if you plug something in there (GPS for example) the wire runs all along your console next to your gear shift lever; plus, the console lid will not close. No fix for that.
335I great car!!!
pele96, 12/11/2009
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my second 335I first 4 dr sedan. I previously leases a 2007 coupe. Both are 6 speed. The sedan was refreshed in 09'. I love it more then the coupe. Overall great car for the price. Still the benchmark of a perfect balance of performance and luxury!!!!
Fantastic Car
ranger, 06/10/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My first entry into the luxury market. Always wanted a BMW and I couldn't be happier with my 328i. Quality is amazing. One of the most quietest cars I've ever driven. Virtually no road noise even on the highway.
Should NOT have bought this car!
T Samuel, 08/30/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
Good: fun to drive, styling bad: frequent BMW HPFP problems that could result in serious accident, electrical problems. Verdict: dream to drive, a nightmare to own.
Best in Class By Far
JJC, 02/13/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the 5th BMW I have owned.It remains a fantastic car in all respects. In addition to great driving characteristics coupled with excellent fuel economy, the car is incredibly well-built from a safety standpoint. My wife was on the highway at 65mph when she was side-swiped by a semi. She was able to maintain enough control not to veer into another lane, which would have caused a crash given the heavy traffic. When she pulled over and stopped, there was black truck tire rubber from the front quarter panel all the way back to the rear door. The state cop told her he had seen this type of accident a lot, but this was one of the few times there had been a survivor!
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Carl, 04/21/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wow! What a driving experience. Perfect weight distribution, steering, brakes, smooth stick shift, and overall handling. You must get the stick for the full experience in a 328i as it makes excellent use of the available power band. However, I think BMW can coax another 30 horses and 25 lb ft of torque out of the engine as they do in the X3. The inline 6 is an amazing engine, so smooth and linear.
Worst Call I've Ever Owned
John B, 05/26/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
I must be insane but I do not see how a call for over $40,000 could have such horribly uncomfortable (power) seats and probably the worst standard sound system I have ever heard in a car at this price. The ride is awful. I feel like a rabbit in a box being bounced around. Making a ride rough and quick bouncing does not make it solid. BMW is grossly overrated for what you get. It is all name and hype. Amazing what a manufacturer can do with a name. They cheaped the 2010 down so much but everyone (obviously including me) is willing to just grin and bear it. Wish I had not sold my Audi A8. That was a quality car.
Came back to BMW
txvette, 04/11/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A few years ago had a 5 series. Great car no problem but was a sport wagon and I just didn't like the use of a sw. So I traded it. Since than have been a Lexus driver. Great cars not one problem. But you cant compare the the two. Lexus is a soft ride luxury and BMW is a sport luxury. Just driving the 3 home it all came back on why they rave about the handling of BMW. It just feels so tight and in control. The car overall just feels more soild.
Fun to drive
John, 04/28/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Infinity G37 for a new 328i with sport package and manual transmission. The G37 felt heavy and the auto took too long to downshift. G37 was a nice and fast car but not fun to drive. The BMW is fun to drive.
First 400 miles
FloridaDriver, 05/04/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love my new 328i - Montego Blue color is amazing! Surprised BMW does not offer power drivers seat std this year, also they got rid of alarm system std? Agree with another reviewer they need to correct the power outlet in center console that you cannot close lid if wire coming through. Love the wheel design - even though 16" nice design and tires ride nicely. Base stereo could be better but do like HD radio. Impressive gas mileage for 3.0 I-6 with automatic on highway. Rough idle and downshifts are not very smooth..will have dealer check. Very quiet on the highway and comfortable leather seats.
2010 335i xdrive best in class
joaoeast, 06/04/2010
2010 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
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Truly the best car I have ever driven. Living in a hilly part of Long Island, NY AWD really comes in handy. This car has it all Its a sports car, sedan, summer car, and great in the snow, the best of all worlds. Transmission is amazingly smooth and power is always available. BMW 3 series continues to be the one to beat. G37 is nice but not nearly as refined in the transmission and ride quality. C class has a great feel but no power. A4 simply cannot compete while the S4 on the other hand is amazing but quite a bit more money. Acura puts out a great car with amazing tech and great ride but lacks low end torque. Love this BMW and my wife who's not a big car nut fell in love instantly.
Really great car!!!
atldane, 09/09/2011
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I have had 3 Land Rover Discovery and decided to try the 3 series. I still have my latest Discovery and have wanted to go back to a BMW for a while. My car was a loaner for the service department and had 12K miles when I bought it. This is an awesome car!! Def made for the driver. Even though it is only the 328I, it drives amazing. Perfect for driving on the interstate and intown. My partner has an E class Mercedes and does not like driving my BMW, but I don't like his Mercedes as much as mine. Really different driving experiences. I really recommend this car for anyone. I recently got 30.8 mpg..used to 13 mpg in my Rover!
Great car
BMW fan, 01/26/2023
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2010 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a fantastic car! It’s fast, handles like a go-kart, rides nice and looks great!
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Value for the $
LaToya, 01/28/2016
2010 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great value for the $ I paid
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