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335D 2011
jrjoseph, 01/12/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
My first diesel, and my second BMW. I traded my 530XI for the 335D. Got the sports package, and all the bells and whistles. Drives really well, I am expecting to get a few speeding tickets with this car:) Great car however seems to have one simple flaw, the speedometer is off by 3 Km/H, not much however may have to see the dealer for a fix. I highly recommend this car to anyone, especially if you are on the green track and wont to feel good about not polluting the environment. It's way better than a hybrid, GREAT performance from a reputed mfg. Unfortunately 335D comes at a price, but I can assure you it's all worth it.
Diesel Exhaust Tech not ready for prime time
John Ranalletta, 03/31/2016
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful
I've driven this '11 335d for nearly 5 years and 100k miles. I love the car but not when the service engine soon light turns on. Usually, it's a fault related to the SCR (diesel exhaust fluid) system issue. Having purchased the 100k BMW warranty, the repairs were covered, except for replacement of the catalytic converter which the dealer stated was not covered. I have to pay $500 labor and the dealer is providing the part. This is not an inexpensive car to own/maintain and I'd likely not buy another BMW diesel even though there's a lot to like about driving one.
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Perfection.
skiddnate, 06/16/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I've owned my M Sport package equipped 335d since November, 2010, and have found it to be nothing short of automotive excellence. From the fit and finish to the ample power and stellar handling, to its robust infotainment system and numerous amenities, the 335d does it all. While it was at the upper end of my price range, over 9000 miles later, it's been worth every cent. No other car provides the combination of power, fuel economy, and luxury of the 335d. Many manufacturers have fielded numerous examples boasting two of the three, but only BMW achieves the perfect balance of all three.
At 140K miles
Alprazo, 12/09/2016
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Run flat tires and the carbon build up in the exhaust manifold and diesel particulate filter and a front wheel bearing are the only problems thus far. The torque that the engine puts out keeps the car feeling fun. No electrical or other problems with the car. The exhaust manifold was replace under warranty at 80k. I am about to pull out and have the diesel particular filter cooked at 140k. The right front wheel bearing was replaced at 140k. The car has held such little value though and I am told that it values between 6-7k. It was purchased used in 2013 with 34 thousand miles.
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Why wouldn't everyone love exactly this kind of car!
gazol, 07/15/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
First diesel, 2nd Euro delivery 26MAY2010, 3rd Beemer. Break on price from BMW and dealer reduced price by $9K to $37K. Mine has luxury package, fold down rear seat, standard wheels. Exhilarating propulsion, fabulous handling, 30mpg city & highway @ 80 mph on trips (but pricey fuel), comfortable, no gremlins, & no complaints. I think that folks who won't consider buying a diesel powered car have never driven one! The 335d, to me, is an uptown diesel well-worth the $42K (including taxes, registration, delivery) to put it on the roads in Europe and California. Try it! You'll love it.
DANG, DIESEL!
teaguespecial, 04/15/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my second BMW and let's just say I'll never stray from the brand. I sold my '06 330i 6-speed manuel and bought the 335d. This is a great everyday car for anyone who loves to drive. Don't get it if you like driving a Lexus. Boring! This car can fly! Push you back in your seat fly! There's slight lag when you push the accelerator compared to my 330i but when it pulls, hold on tight! Great gas mileage (about 27 city / almost 40 highway). Love the iDrive system. Crystal clear screen w/no glare. Fold down seat a nice plus. Standard sound system sounds great. Sport pkg a must - adds sleeker profile, sport seats, sport steering wheel, etc... highly recommend!
Needs Service
Tom Hert, 12/24/2017
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
55 of 66 people found this review helpful
I am 76 years old, have owned many new cars and this is by far the worst car I have ever owned. It is constantly in need of service. Purchased used with 19k miles. At 45k the carbon build up removal cost at $ 2500 was considered "normal". The particulate filter $ 3000 was considered "normal maintenance". The defective DEF tank, $ 1600, not normal and the list goes on and on. Dumped this car at 120k and never a BMW again!
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WOW
Mike in LA, 11/01/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I replaced my 2008 328i with a 2011 335d, which I picked up five days ago. When it comes to raw power, this car makes my old 328i seem like a Pirus. The manual says to keep the RPM below 3500 during the first 1200 miles, but this car wants to take off. It doesn't take much of a push on the accelerator to kick in the turbo and pop you head back, and your up to 80!
Great Driver, But Expensive To Maintain
socalh2oskier, 02/12/2018
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have owned nine BMWs, and the 335d is by far the best all-around driver. It gets great mileage (36-38 hwy), handling is sharp, steering is communicative (much better than newer models with electric steering), and the ride is a perfect blend between sport and luxury. The diesel pulls strong. It is quick. The torque is amazing. But maintenance is a bear. The SES light comes on every month or two. Invariably, it is related to the diesel pollution control. It also seems to have a lot of problems related to the glow plugs and the glow plug control module. Unfortunately, every time the SES light comes on you can expect to pay around $1,000-$2,000 in repairs. And this doesn't account for the additional expense of approximately $2,000 or more for a walnut shell blast cleaning every 40k-50k miles that they don't tell you about when you purchase the car. My wife absolutely loves driving this car (as do I), but I cannot recommend it. The expense and hassle with all of the repairs is simply too much. Also, be aware that if you drive a lot of short trips, the problems for this car multiply. This diesel is made to get out and gobble up large chunks of pavement, but is ill-suited for short trips across town.
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Fast, Cool, and Clean
Northern NJ, 09/29/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Wanted to get a luxury sports sedan that makes an attempt at good gas mileage & clean emissions. I got that and lots more in the 335d. Just a fabulous car that gets a ton of attention. Sports pkg is a must-add, it really upgrades the exterior and brings the BMW sport suspension & seats. Agree with the other reviewer that sport seats are comfortable, but take some getting used to. Easily the fastest car I've ever owned, and just a blast to drive. Bound to get a speeding ticket soon, as it just begs you to tromp on the gas and take off. Got 35 MPG @ avg'ing 80 mph in hwy driving. Avg 28 MPG in aggressive city/hwy driving. Car is beautiful & unique. Have seen only one other 335d on road.
My take after 2.5 years
David, 02/08/2016
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 335D 2.5 years ago. It's the best car I've had, and my 4th BMW. It's very strong, handles well, and gets over 30 mpg. It helps that the dealer in Sarasota has been very easy to work with - in my experience.
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Best 4 door sedan ever made *
Louis G., 07/27/2018
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
No other 4 door sedan has ever offered the blend of performance, comfort, fuel economy, and driving enjoyment that this car does. 36MPG, 425 lb-ft of torque, a 550 mile range, comfort, handling, etc. It really does have it all. The question you have to ask yourself is, do I feel comfortable turning a wrench from time to time? Is this car reliable? No. No it's not. Get yourself a good code reader, spend time on message boards learning about the car and you can manage most repairs on your own if you are a decent backyard mechanic. If you keep up with the maintenance it will reward you with a sort of relaxed confidence that only an engine like that inline 6 torque monster can provide. You don't need to rev it out. By 1800 rpms it's at a full boil and the asphalt starts to ripple as the mountain of torque is released. No fanfare, no screaming engine, just a light rumble and off you go. Its comfortable enough to drive all day and has the fuel economy to drive from Philadelphia to Boston AND BACK on a single tank. Seats 4 adults comfortably. Headlights that light up a stadium, a stereo that has a rich full sound. I mean it really does have everything. Don't say I didn't warn you about the reliability . One more thing.. .once you get to about 150k miles or so, the particulate filter will reach the end of its life. The dealer will want 3000 dollars to replace it. There are other options if you look into it a little.
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Diesel Delight!
Western Philly Burbs, 10/26/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
From the German autobahn to the Philly 'burbs, this is a blast to drive. European delivery is really cool - Munich factory tour and driving without speed restrictions, plus a 7% price reduction. The only problem is waiting the 6+ weeks to get the car again in the States (and then staying close to speed limits). This is my first diesel; I highly recommend it (30 mpg+ in suburban driving, too!)
335d a keeper
Dave FL, 01/07/2017
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought (custom ordered our 335d from the factory) in June 2011 (delivered August 2011). Had early problem with the Urea delivery pump within 1st 15k mi (fixed under warranty). At about 40k miles had problem with electronic control center (located behind dash) had replaced under warranty. We are on our 3rd set of tires - opted for Sport suspension (which adds high speed stability, big rears (lower profile - hence stiffer ride front and back)). Our BMW certified mechanic says our original brakes should be good for another 15k to 25k miles. The car is a rocket ship. We average close to 29mpg combined. Driving to Orlando (Disney) from Palm Beach Gardens and back on 1 tank of diesel. We usually drive in the fast/fast lane and get well over 30mpg on longer trips. We would buy this car again except you cannot get a 3.0 L diesel in a 3 series anymore - only in a 5 series. We it maxed with options (adaptive cruise, look around the corner headlight, nav, backup sensors, sun shades, interior light pkg, high end audio ... sticker was close to 60k). This car will become a collectors item. (previous cars we've bought include: 89 M3 (collector car), 02 WRX, 02 Passat). It doesn't dance like the M3 - but it will leave it in the dust.
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Fun to drive, but needs routine attention
silverseal99, 09/28/2019
updated 08/31/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I own two 2011 335d--one Sport (wife's) with 48K miles and one M Sport (mine) with 102K miles. The wife's car makes a good "control" for comparison, remains very tight and smooth, and has had relatively few issues. Mine is demonstrating BMW's subtle and frequent issues. The Good: BMW Warranty service has been top notch from the right dealership (we have 2 local and a third within an hour). Many class issues have been covered by an extension of warranty for that item--check before you pay someone for a beyond-warranty repair. Absolute joy to drive! Clean, quiet, no smoke or diesel rattle, gobs of torque--20 to 80 mph is its "niche." Delivered 39.6 mpg at 80 mph cruise to Las Vegas, 33.6 combined, 26 mpg city. Steering is wonderful with excellent feedback. Brakes are absolutely awesome, front pads lasted 100K miles Sport seats are comfortable and supportive--extension under hamstrings is great for long trips. Trunk will fit two full sets of golf clubs and one folding cart. The Bad "LIfetime" means "Life of the warranty"-- Significant maintenance issues will begin at 50K miles. Once out of warranty, SoCal dealer wants $175 an hour to troubleshoot issues (offset against repair if dealer does the repair). Fortunately, I do my own repairs. Carbon build-up due to direct injection is a class issue, will cost $2100 in Southern California. Harmonic balancer will fail and leave you stranded if you don't replace it before hand. Wiring harness in shift selector module will eventually break due to a tight bend. Wiring harness in trunk will eventually break locking you out of the trunk. You will need a laptop computer and BMW software to do other than simple service. Even changing the battery requires re-programming the computer or gremlins will attack. Issues to date on my car: 50K - Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank issues emerged Electronic "gremlins" compel me to replace battery (my nickel) 53K - Glow plug control module failure (my nickel) 57K - SCR tank failure (repaired under warranty) 61K - MAF sensor failure (repaired by dealer as good faith measure) 90K - Passenger door handle Comfort Access sensor shorted and "cooked" (my nickel) Trunk latch handle failure (my nickel) 92K - Windshield washer pump failure (my nickel) 94K - Driver air bag replacement (warranty) 95K - Rear window regulator failure (my nickel) Rear windshield gasket failure (poor materials, my nickel) Broken wiring harness in shift selector module (my nickel) 96K - NOX sensor failure (warranty) 99K - Turbo oil leak - replaced turbo boost hose (my nickel) Replaced leaking vacuum lines (my nickel) Serviced "lifetime" transmission (seals, filter and fluid) (my nickel) 101K - Catastrophic failure of vibration damper (required tow, my nickel) 102K - Trunk lock-out due to broken wiring harness (my nickel) UPDATE 104K - Replaced trunk actuator handle (again--rubber split) 106K - Rear driver side window regulator broke (again) (Dorman provided free replacement, I installed). 108K - SCR cooler flap inoperative. Replaced vacuum box and vacuum lines (as preventive maintenance). - Replaced coolant expansion tank (broken indicator stem) - Replaced thermostat (inoperative) - Replaced CCV hose (hardened and brittle with age) - Replaced driver side hood support/gas tube (weak) 110K - Replaced two trunk support pistons (weak) 113K - Multiple glow plug related codes--replaced glow plug control module - Replaced driver side cup holder (broken spring) 115K - Replaced rear driver side window regulator again under Dorman warranty - Performed carbon build-up cleaning (Note: CBU was really bad. Performed walnut blasting procedure and picked up 2+ MPG in city driving. Passed STAR SMOG without issue (but took 450 miles driving to reset monitors!). 116K - Replaced driver side rear window regulator (again!) under Dorman warranty. Noted that new regulator is an improved design over previous models. - Driver side door actuator failed (broken)/replaced Okay, so why do I keep them? 1) My wife and I love the performance, fuel economy and handling, 2) I do all of my own maintenance which keep costs manageable, 3) I have a spare vehicle I can use when one of the Beemers acts up. However, I would not recommend buying a used 335d unless you are handy and a hobbyist and have access to Rheingold or BMW factory software for troubleshooting and analysis. Noting the above, the wife's 2011 335d has been relatively trouble free for now 65K miles. I am doing CBU clean on it this week as a preventive maintenance issue but have not had any related codes.. If you want performance get a BMW. If you want dependable reliability, get a Toyota. - - - - - - - UPDATE #2 - - - - - - - - 116K - Rear window regulator failed (replaced under Dorman warranty) - Driver's door actuator failed (my nickel) 117K - Sold the M Sport, took over the Sport. 2011 335d Sport 020K - Bought the car second hand in 2016. Since purchase I have had the dealer perform air bag, battery positive cable, and blower motor wiring recalls. I have done all maintenance and repairs to include replace battery, service "lifetime" transmission at 50,000 miles (per ZF recommendation) and replaced the Exhaust Backpressure Sensor (twice), thermostat (preventive), Injector #5, glow plug control module, 6 glow plugs (preventive), front and rear NOx sensors, and the hot film air mass sensor. NOTE: Do not trust either OEM or aftermarket (Chinese) parts on this car. I have had Facet brand OEM modules fail quickly necessitating doing the job twice. Furthermore, aftermarket NOx sensors looked like they were working but weren't and took me a lot of time and consternation to troubleshoot and finally replace with genuine BMW parts. Although 3 times the cost (or more), all problems immediately went away. Plan on carbon build-up cleaning every 50,000 miles (the gunk this direct-injected diesel collects is truly impressive!). Sold my M Sport at 117,000 miles in favor of keeping the wife's Sport (she got a newer E-350). Now have 70K miles on the latter.
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Danger Danger after warranty
Grotto , 03/04/2022
updated 03/13/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great car when new and CPO. Owned since 2013, have 127k miles on it but put in a lot of money due to addicted torque, horsepower, fast and fuel mileage. One of the best M57 engine BMW has ever made but EPA emission equipment attached to the engine kills the car due to added cost and labor so trust me you are not saving on fuel, you're probably losing money if kept for a short term. Service engine light will always come on due to so many sensors, parameters and emission equipment that it's mind boggling. One needs to have a legitimate code reader if they own this car. 2 NOX sensors which will fail and will set you back $2300-3000k in parts and labor and car will go on a 99 mile count down before no start. BMW purposefully inflated common fail parts on this car because they can and most people don't have a clue and will learn the hard way which is their wallets. Injectors will set you back $335 a piece after market Bosch units whereas BMW will charge you over $650 a piece for same injector because they can. Harmonic balancer will fail another $400 plus labor. DPF will clog. Water pump will fail ($1200) DEF fluid pump/temp sensor will fail. Glow plug and module will fail. Carbon will 100% build up and that will cost you $2500-3500 to clean as it's an extensive job where with walnut blasting. Valve cover gasket will leak in time as the the rubber gasket like ll modern BMW's will harden and break. Good chance that the footwell module will fail. Lots of vacuum lines so they become brittle and will need full replacement around 100k due to heat cycle. Suspension electrical very good but shocks/struts will fail around 75k as w/ most BMW's but people don't change them. The car is bulletproof otherwise as long as you religiously change the BMW LL04 oil at 5-7,500 intervals. Fuel mileage superb with 425 ft/lb of torque on stock tune. I get 40 mpg on highways and 25-30 in city with aftermarket tune. Unless you are gear head or do a lot of car work yourself, in all due honestly stay away from this model. Service history key of you buy one but it seems like young people who don't have much money tend to gravitate to these used cars.
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3.0 Diesel Disaster cy
No BMW for me anymore, 12/18/2016
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
12 of 19 people found this review helpful
Never, EVER buy a 3.0 6 cylinder diesel BMW. Fortunately, I purchased the 5-year, 100K factory extended warranty for my 2011 BMW 335d, and boy-of-boy did I ever have to use it -- A LOT! This diesel engine is absolute crap. Had every fuel injector replaced at least once (a couple 2x) before hitting 45,000 miles. The car was out of service so often that I got to drive a number of other BMW products from dealer, most of which were no where near as nice or had performance as good as my other vehicles (Jaguar XK, Chevy Tahoe Z71 4x4, Jeep GC Overland 4x4 diesel). I bought the 6 cylinder BMW diesel based on a recommendation from a friend, in England ("John"), who told me that loved his (at the time). However, several months after I bought my diesel, John told me that his 6 cylinder BMW diesel engine had blown up (literally!) while traveling about 50 milers from his home, and this just a few days after it had been "serviced" by the local BMW dealer. His vehicle had just gone off warranty, and neither BMW nor the dealer would givr him any compensation or other assistance for the defective engine. Again, STEER CLEAR of any BMW 6 cylinder diesel engine -- they are "junk".
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Fun DIESEL
Emilian, 09/09/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I grew-up in Europe where everything is Diesel. So, we bought our car and chose European Delivery. We put a little over 2000 miles in 12 days. The engine response was great, very quick of the line, but if you are not in Sport Mode it plateau's around 3500 RPM, which is common for Diesel. I wish BMW will offer V8d on X5 as well as 5 and 7 series. (I will purchase tomorrow). The car turned heads everywhere, something that my wife didn't like very much :). One more thing, the car is very capable and very adaptable to many lifestyle. I will say is a commuter or run around town car. Hope this helps.
I {heart} this machine
Raf, 10/31/2018
updated 11/02/2020
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I never thought I could love a machine until I found this 2011 335d. It came up on my radar after a trip to Europe, seeing all the diesel vehicles on the road and amazed at German auto engineering. I bought the vehicle used with 60k miles. The car has thus been reliable, no issues beyond regular maintenance and it drives and handles like a dream. The torque provides amazing get up and go. It really is a little rocket. Steering is spot on and responsive. This vehicle really connects you to the road and is so hard to put into words how great it is to be behind the wheel. Every so often I try to push its limits in terms of cornering and acceleration and it handles it all without complaints. No shortage of power and sense of control. Now with 126,000 miles, I’m still pleased as punch. It’ll be hard to part with this BMW.
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Addition to my diesel stable
trdsc2, 05/25/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car at the end of March and so far have not passed the break in period. I am sold on diesels, already owning a 2009 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI. The combination of power and super fuel economy is an unbeatable combination. I love every thing about the vehicle except the lack of interior storage (the owners manual case just barely fits in the glove compartment) and the quality of the leather could be a lot better for a car of this price. I find the low end torque truly intoxicating and much prefer it to having to wind the engine up to high RPM's just to get a power launch.
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factoryguy, 06/10/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
79 of 164 people found this review helpful
The 335d is amazing. It delivers the handling and road manners typical of the 3 series while the turbo diesel engine's incredible torque output makes the car accelerate like a 1960s Detroit muscle car. The standard seats are extremely comfortable and the interior fit and finish are perfect. Mileage is in line with what others report, upper 20s to mid 30s in town and around 40 on the highway. The OEM run-flats (Continental) are predictable and surprisingly quiet, but I would have paid extra for an alternative to RFs.
Do not invest into BMW!
Chris, 12/25/2015
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
23 of 48 people found this review helpful
DO NOT INVEST INTO BMW!!! This company does NOT stand by their word nor treat the customer with respect. If you have a warranty they will not stand by it. All they want is your money... Heads up! When you purchase a car that is considered a lemon how many times does somebody have to bring the car in with the same issues? Especially within the week & first year of buying a vehicle? The 1st week after i bought The car it broke down! With loud and shaky idles, transmission issues, steering issues, bmw has seen the repair history. I'm honestly afraid of what the future holds for this car. I feel my families safety is in jeopardy & this is documentation if anything happens. Is this something that usually happens & is this a good experience for a BMW owner? I've brought this car in numerous times within the first year, one of them being within the first week that I bought it. Did BMW even do the proper screening for this CPO? Doing my research there are numerous recalls on this car and I feel that the issues directly relate with the problems with this car. I wanted give bmw every opportunity to make this right and since you're not doing so and just are offering only me one payment which doesn't help anything with the lemon you guys sold me. I will be sharing my story from many different avenues and not recommending BMW. I'm extremely disappointed and very discouraged!
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Euro gem in the US
335d Fan, 09/13/2019
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The 335d is a rare Euro class gem that we don't normally get to experience here in USA. I bought my diesel 335d used with 50k on the clock and it now has 100k. It is my daily commuter and I can't say enough good things about it. No issues other than the SCR tank failed at 90k but that was covered under warranty by California law. The 100k service to replace glow plugs and remove carbon buildup caused by the EGR was about $3k but it has never needed anything other than regular oil changes and regularly scheduled maintenance. This car does have one design flaw however, the wires in the shift lever to engage sport mode are poorly routed and will break if you use it much. It isn't too bad of a DIY task to repair but this definitely should have been resolved by them. 35+MPG and lower emissions than most gas cars thanks to the "Clean Diesel" technology. This is by far one of the best BMW's ever made.
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Hard to believe it's a diesel
drdan, 08/08/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm still in the break-in period, but this car is a blast to drive. The new model styling is really great. The wheels and trim accents in the sport package look fabulous. While I'm a big fan of the BMW sport seats (my previous 530i had them, too), I'm having a little trouble getting really comfortable in these. In 40 years of driving, this is my first automatic transmission car, but I don't think that I'm going to miss it as much as I thought. The wheel base of this 3 series is almost the same as my old 530i, so it's really quite roomy inside. However, it's still a 3 series, so it's just not as upscale as my old 5 series. When BMW brings a 5-series diesel to the US, I'll move back up.
Outstanding Diesel Car
Bill, 07/05/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have had this car 4 weeks and it is a great driving experience, starting with its tremendous power and excellent handling. We are getting 31 mpg in combined driving, and 40 mpg on the highway. Couldn't ask for a better, more enjoyable car.
Love This Car
luckylamour, 12/28/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
7 of 44 people found this review helpful
After selling my 2005 M3 Convertible, I didn't think I would own another BMW that was as fun to drive, and to blow rice rockets off the line. Not to mention the fantastic sport seats, and unbeatable MPG (I average 39 on the highway). Not to mention a wide array of great technology, MOG, Pandora, and now Yelp. its pretty damn cool. Tasman Green, Oyster Leather.... Love it.
My first BMW
Usanda, 10/23/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is my first BMW and I'm planning to keep. Driving is a lot of fun, mileage is about 25 MPG (LA 50/50 street/freeway driving). The only complain that I have is radio, it's awful. Most of the time I get a very bad reception. Sometimes even my CD player would get some interference. Other than that, it is a great car.
2011 335d Msport- stay away
John, 08/26/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
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Bought this as a certified used car, it had come off of a lease. Also bought five year/100k warranty. This is the most comfortable fun car to drive that I have owned. The torque is amazing! For the first five years all was great because the dealer paid for all repairs, however, you have to be comfortable always taking your car in to be serviced. Dealer replaced DEF tank, did carbon cleaning and replaced 2 or three injectors. I ran out of years instead of miles, five years 90K started having problems took it in again, carbon cleaning, replace ALL injector cost me close to $10,000 - more than the car is worth. 20,000 mile later looks like I need injectors again - this car is the worse money pit ever. Think I will get it running again and get rid of it, even if I take a loss.
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