2008 BMW 3 Series Sedan, Sport Wagon Launched And Now Priced

Fear not! BMWgasm PR day continues with new pricing for the 2008 BMW 3 Series Sedan and Sport Wagon, which is all but indiscernible from the 2007 model. You'll have to fork over $33,175 for the entry-level 328i Sedan, $39,675 for the entry-level 335i Sedan and $34,975 for the 328i Sports Wagon. The most expensive of all 3 series (non-M) is the 335xi AWD model, topping out at $41,575 before you start throwing on all of the fun options like paddle shifters and cheese sorters. All the PR you can handle below the jump:

2008 BMW 3 SERIES SEDANS & SPORTS WAGONS Product Highlights

General
• BMW's best-selling Series

• The model lineup includes: 328i Sedan, 328xi Sedan, 328i Sports Wagon, 328xi Sports Wagon, 335i Sedan and 335xi Sedan

• 328i and 328xi Sedans and Sports Wagons powered by BMW's 3.0-liter smooth, high-performing straight-six engine

• The 335i and 335xi Sedans are powered by BMW's 6-cylinder, twin-turbocharged engine

Engines
• 6-cylinder engines designated N52 (normally aspirated) and N54 (turbocharged)

• Magnesium /aluminum composite construction of N52 engine block

• The significantly increased loads and cylinder pressures produced by the turbocharged N54 engine requires the use of an aluminum engine structure with cast-iron cylinder sleeves

• Valvetronic variable valve lift; eliminates conventional throttle, improves power, torque and fuel efficiency (328 models)

• Electric coolant pump, volume-controlled oil pump

328i Sedan, 328xi Sedan, 328i Sports Wagon and 328xi Sports Wagon
• 230 hp @ 6500 rpm, 200 lb-ft. torque @ 2750 rpm

• Single-stage induction system and Valvetronic

335i Sedan, 335xi Sedan
• 300 hp @ 5800 rpm, 300 lb-ft. torque @ 1400-5000 rpm

• Twin turbochargers and direct gasoline injection

Transmissions
• 6-speed manual standard, 6-speed automatic optional on all models

Chassis features
• Double-pivot strut-type front suspension system (328i/335i RWD models: extensive aluminum components)

• 5-link rear suspension system

• 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes

• Dynamic Stability Control with many braking functions

• Available Active Steering (RWD models only); varies steering ratio according to vehicle speed and other factors

• Run-flat tires standard across the board

• Standard wheels and tires:

• 328i/xi models – 16-in. wheels with all-season tires

• 335i/xi models – 17-in. wheels with all-season tires

• Tire Pressure Monitor standard on all models

Exterior design & function
• Xenon Adaptive headlights standard on 335i/xi models, optional on 328i/xi models

• Ground lighting in door handles

• Adaptive Brake Lights

• Chrome tail pipe tips

Ergonomics, luxury & convenience
• Dynamic Cruise Control standard; can apply brakes lightly if necessary to maintain set speed

• Available Active Cruise Control; assists driver in maintaining following distance

• Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel with multi-function controls

• Manually adjustable front seats standard in 328i/xi Sedan and Sports Wagon models; power seats optional in 328i/xi models, standard in 335i/xi Sedan models. Include memory for driver's seat and exterior mirrors, automatic tilt-down of right-hand exterior mirror for reversing

• Sport seats with power-adjustable backrest width included in optional Sport Package

• Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature settings, automatic recirculation control, mist control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear air outlets, microfilter ventilation and other features

• Climate-controlled console storage compartment

• 2-way (tilt/slide) power moonroof standard on Sedans, dual-panel Panoramic moonroof standard on Sports Wagons

• Leatherette upholstery standard, leather available in Premium Package or as stand-alone option

• Burl Walnut interior trim standard; Light Poplar Natural or Aluminum trim available at no extra cost

• 10-speaker audio system standard in 328i/xi Sedan and Sports Wagon models,

13-speaker Logic7 system optional in 328i/xi, standard in 335i/xi Sedan models. Either system has two subwoofers and is MP3 CD-capable (including ID3 tag display of artist and song information)

• SIRIUS Satellite Radio, HD Radio, and iPod/USB Adapter available as factory options

Safety & security
• Front- and rear-seat Head Protection System

• Automatic safety-belt tensioners and force limiters standard on front seats and at rear outboard seating positions

• BMW Assist, BMW's system of in-car telematics and customer services, available in Premium Package (with 4-year subscription) or as stand-alone option

Factory options, complete listing
Packages

• Premium Package:

• Leather upholstery

• Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors

• Power-fold exterior mirrors

• Digital compass in interior mirror

• BMW Universal Transceiver (3-function garage-door opener)

• 4-way power lumbar support on front seats

• BMW Assist with 4-year subscription

• Power front seats with Driver Memory System and auto tilt-down of right exterior mirror for backing up (328i/xi Sedan and Sports Wagon models only; standard 335i/xi Sedan models)

• Sport Package:

328i and 335i/xi Sedans -

• Sport suspension

• Specific wheels and tires:

• 328i Sedan and Sports Wagons, 335xi sedan – 17-in., differentiated front/rear sizes, performance tires

• 335i Sedan – 18-in., differentiated front/rear sizes, performance tires

• Sport steering wheel and front seats

328xi Sedan and Sports Wagon -

• Specific 17-in. wheels, same size front/rear, all-season tires

• Sport steering wheel and front seats

• Cold Weather Package:

All models -

• Heated front seats

• Ski bag

• Sedans – split folding rear seats

328i Sedan and Sports Wagon and 335i Sedan only – headlight cleaning system (standard on 328xi and 335xi models)


Stand-alone options

• 6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission

• Paddle Shifters now available on all modeals – steering wheel mounted; require automatic transmission and Sport Package

• Active Cruise Control

• Active Steering (328i Sedan and Sports Wagon, 335i Sedan only)

• Sport wheels and tires (upgrade option on AWD models with Sport package)

• Park Distance Control

• Xenon Adaptive headlights with auto-leveling (standard 335i/xi, optional 328i/xi models)

• Comfort Access

• Leather upholstery

• Alternate interior trims

• Power front seats (standard 335i/xi, optional 328i/xi models)

• Heated front seats

• Split folding rear seats and ski bag (Sedans only)

• BMW On-board Navigation System and iDrive control concept with Voice Command, Real Time Traffic Information, and 6 programmable memory keys

• SIRIUS Satellite Radio

• HD Radio

• iPod/USB Adapter

• Logic7 sound system (standard 335i/xi models, optional 328i/xi models)

• Power rear-window and manual rear side-window sunshades (Sedans)

• Manual rear side-window sunshades (Sports Wagons)

• BMW Assist

• Metallic Paint

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