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2018 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon (F31)

CHDriver, 02/14/2020
2018 BMW 3 Series 328d xDrive 4dr Wagon AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

This diesel replaced a much-loved 2016 version of same vehicle. Updated to 2018 version as it was last year BMW would sell diesels and wagons of the 3-series in the US. A real shame! Purchased as a CPO car in Oct 2018. As an other reviewer stated, a great long-hauler. Fun to drive, plenty of storage and excellent MPG. To date, no maintenance issues with car. Diesel cost per mile is at $0.07.

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Last of their kind

Philip, 01/19/2019
2018 BMW 3 Series 340i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

Have read the reviews about the outbound 3 series. Waited for the new model until learned it wouldn’t be offered in manual. Test drove 340i xdrive with m sport line. Acceleration is much more than adequate. Handling is close to spot on - with just a bit of “float” in steering feel. Cockpit position is ideal. At 6’3”, I am more than comfortable. This is a driving car that connects me to the act of driving.

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The last of its kind...

Robert Kindlemann, 03/16/2019
2018 BMW 3 Series 328d xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

Too bad that the BMW diesel 328d was phased out. Great handling along with great fuel economy. The car is extremely well balanced between the front and back and the 18 inch wheels complete the terrific handling. Amazing range at 600 miles highway.

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Great fun at a great price!

Mike Wieland, 07/07/2020
2018 BMW 3 Series 320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
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I bought a 2018 320XI used in 2019 for $30K with about 4K miles on it in Europe (US Specs). At that price point this car is a steal and I like all the performance while saving over 12K by buying a year old car. That price point included the moon roof and sport package. This is the second BMW I've bought as a program car and I am highly satisfied. At the time of purchase my concerns included the 188 horsepower engine. While the power is not as instantaneous as the 239 horsepower of my 2008 328i it is more than enough for the American road. This car will get up and go and in Europe on the autobahn it does 120-130 MPH nicely. The same over-engineered features that make you like a BMW are present on this car. including over-steer. I have to ask: why waste money on a BMW with a performance package in the 50K range you will never use in the states to it's full potential? I'm also seeing a lower cost of ownership compared to the 328i since it runs on regular gas, not premium like the 328i. This model is one step up from BMW entry level but it is a very satisfying daily driver. Mechanical issues: none. The four year warranty that transferred with the car also provides peace of mind.Highly recommend this as a used or program car.

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Had always wanted a Bimmer.

Helena Bennet, 03/15/2019
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2018 BMW 3 Series 320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
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Had been a loyal Lexus driver (5 sedans, one SUV). Downsides to an IS in 2016 and was very unhappy all around. The car did not handle well, poor mileage, Bluetooth with phone was terrible, pickup poor. I had always wanted a BMW sedan so went on line and studied for several days. Most of my drives local, side streets, short trips. Little freeway driving and distance driving rarely. Test drove the 320i and was very pleased. The handling, size, comfort were perfect for my needs. People complained that it wasn’t sporty enough, maybe if I did a lot of distance driving I’d agree, but for short city trips it’s fine. Size great for parking at Costco! Overall very happy with my little Bimmer.

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