2011 BMW 3 Series Trims and Specs

The 328i trim is a four-door, rear-wheel-drive sedan powered by a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine coupled with a six-speed manual and benefiting from standard traction control. 16-inch alloys and standard vinyl inside seem out of place for this class of vehicle, but dual-zone automatic climate controls, heated power mirrors, and a Hi-Def stereo do compensate somewhat. Wood interior trim and a leather-wrapped steering wheel also belie some luxury to match the power windows, door locks, and remote-keyless entry. Antilock four-wheel disc brakes, an anti-skid system, and dual front, front-side, and head-protecting airbags for the front and rear are matched by automatic headlights for safety here.

For those that don’t trust themselves with only two powered wheels, the 328i xDrive trim adds all-wheel-drive stability to the 3 Series layout. With its 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine and six-speed manual transmission, traction control and anti-skid, the 328ix is a potent performer, even with its smallish 16-inch alloys. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes await your input to bring things to a halt. Dual-zone automatic climate controls, an HD stereo, and power windows, doors, and heated power mirrors are all included, as well as eight standard airbags. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and wood interior trim are ruined by standard vinyl upholstery. Hill descent control and headlight washers for the automatic headlights are also included here.

For a sporty five-door family funster, the 328i Wagon is a unique choice. Rear-wheel-drive power comes from the same 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder, delivered via a six-speed manual transmission, along with the usual traction control, anti-skid and four-wheel antilock disc brakes. Vinyl covers the front bucket height-adjustable seats, which fails to match the leather steering wheel. Hi-Def stereo, power windows, doors, heated power mirrors, and a power sunroof are joined by remote keyless entry here as well as dual-zone automatic climate controls. Assuming no one is interested in sport with the wagon, BMW drops the wheels back down to 16-inch alloys.

The sport lineage of the 3 Series begins to shine with the 328i Coupe, as it comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, a sport suspension, and foglights beneath its automatic adaptive, steering-linked xenon headlights. When they’re off, daytime running lights endeavor to keep you visible. If there’s anything that’s become inherently "3 Series," it’s the 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine included here, coupled with a six-speed manual transmission. Traction control, anti-skid and four-wheel antilock disc brakes are all on tap for a bit of adult supervision for your tomfoolery, while comfort and convenience are handled by front bucket seats, dual-zone automatic climate controls, power everything, and an HD stereo. Vinyl upholstery still cheapens the wood interior trim and leather-wrapped steering wheel, sadly, but should you get distracted by this juxtaposition, eight standard airbags make sure you’ll walk away from any accident.

The three-tiered stability of all-wheel drive, traction control, and anti-skid, paired with the lively power of a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, wrapped up in a five-door package. A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the 328ix Wagon, as well as four-wheel antilock disc brakes, 16-inch alloy wheels wrapped in run-flat tires, and eight standard airbags. Inside you’ll find height-adjustable front bucket seats, a split-folding rear, and power features throughout, including a power sunroof. You’ll get dual-zone automatic climate controls and a Hi-Def stereo with auxiliary controls on the leather-wrapped steering wheel.

The 328i xDrive Coupe gives you all the sport of the 3 Series Coupe with the stability of all-wheel drive. A sport suspension, 17-inch alloys, traction control, anti-skid and a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual are all yours. Headlight washers take care of the daytime running lights, and automatic, steering-linked, adaptive xenon headlights and foglights round out the illumination. Dual-zone automatic climate controls, an HD stereo with auxiliary controls on the leather-wrapped steering wheel and front bucket seats provide comfort and convenience, along with hill descent control. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes are included, as well as dual front, front-side, and front and rear head-protecting airbags for safety.

With a turbocharged version of the 3.0-liter inline six mated to the usual six-speed manual transmission, you’ll be glad the 335i comes with standard traction control and anti-skid. Automatic steering-linked adaptive xenon headlights and 17-inch alloys are standard fare, and the 335i comes with run-flat tires as well as daytime running and foglights. Front bucket 8-way power seats, dual-zone climate controls, and a Hi-Def stereo, along with a power sunroof, all complement the power windows, doors, and heated power mirrors. A memory system is also included for the driver’s seat and heated power mirrors. Additional safety features include four-wheel antilock disc brakes and eight standard airbags.