Entered CNET Catalog: 08/16/2006
SKU: 100665532
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Product summary
The good: Oodles of torque and svelte body styling come together to make the 2007 BMW 335i coupe a pretty performer. Bluetooth and iDrive-based navigation are optional, and MP3, WMAs and iPods all play for sure.
The bad: The 335i's manual gearbox can be notchy, and the seatbelt presenter takes some getting used to.
The bottom line: The 2007 BMW 335i combines grace and guts to deliver a whirlwind driving experience. Aside from a flexible standard stereo, cabin tech is mostly a case of pay-to-play.
Editors' review
- Editors' Choice: No
- Reviewed on: 08/21/2006
When the 2007 BMW 335i coupe arrives in showrooms on September 1, it will be the first gasoline-powered Bimmer in a generation to incorporate a turbocharger. With a sleek, newly designed body, the 300-horsepower 335i is the most powerful non-M3-series BMW coupe ever, and is also the most high-tech. Driving the sport-tuned 335i is a pleasure: bucket loads of torque in each gear are made usable by precise steering and magnetic handling. Our tester was equipped with the optional Sport package, which gave us sport seats with power-adjustable backrest width, 18-inch alloy wheels with W-rated run-flat tires, and an increased limited top speed of 155mph. Also available is the Cold Weather package, which adds a headlight cleaning system, heated front seats with expanded heating area, and a ski bag. (We venture to suggest, however, that those wishing to muck around in the new 3-series coupe in the snow wait for the launch of the all-wheel-drive new 328xi later this year.)
In the cabin, the 335i delivers all of BMW's latest optional tech systems: Bluetooth hands-free calling, GPS navigation via the second-generation iDrive interface, and adaptive cruise control are all offered as stand-alone options. A surround-sound Logic7 audio system with the ability to play advanced digital audio formats (MP3, WMA) comes standard, as does a generic auxiliary input jack for those wishing to stream their iPod libraries through the car's 13 speakers. Other standard tech includes adaptive headlights, adaptive brake lights, and a unique seatbelt presenter, which (in theory) saves you the trouble of stretching. Those looking to buy the 2007 335i coupe will have to stretch to $41,295 for the basic model, and a bit further according to their a la carte option preferences.
The cockpit of the 2007 BMW 335i is a snug fit. Headroom is adequate for those taller than 6 feet, but NBA stars will have to open the sunroof to drive it. Leatherette sport seats grip the driver's and passenger's hindquarters in a way that suggests the car's designers anticipate plenty of lateral acceleration. And while coupe rear seats are often only for insurance-reduction purposes, those in the 335i are surprisingly usable for shorter grown-ups. A central rear dividing console means that the 335i is only a two-plus-two, but the fact that it is a two-plus-anything is commendable. Leather seats--including a superluxurious Dakota leather package--are optional and available in a choice of three colors.
Dark burl walnut wood trim for the dash, door panels, and front and rear central consoles comes standard on the 335i, with the option of light poplar wood or brushed aluminum at no extra cost. A thin strip of wood (or aluminum) traverses the entire width of the dash, giving the cabin a wide perspective.
One of the most unique interior tech features of the 335i is its automatic seat-belt presenter--a mechanical arm that deploys to serve up the seat belt to driver and front passenger each time they enter the car. After offering the belt for about 10 seconds, the arm retracts, irrespective of whether the belt has been taken or not. We found the autopresenter a novelty, then a pain, then a useful feature: it takes some time to quell the reflex urge to reach around and grab the belt manually--a course of action that is sure to result in the belt becoming detached from the arm, and so completely out of reach. With some practice at --ahem--restraining ourselves and waiting for the autopresentation, we found the device useful as well as deliciously kitsch.
The 335i's head unit comprises a wedge-shaped panel into which is set the HVAC controls, buttons for the optional heated seats and park-distance control, and the standard single-disc CD player, which plays MP3 and WMA CDs while providing full ID3-tag information on the dot-matrix LCD display for both. We found the audio system intuitive for navigating homemade CDs: using the head unit's hard buttons, we were able to make folder and track selections, although the two-line display limited the number of tracks shown at any one time.
All 2007 BMW coupes come with a central console-mounted generic auxiliary input jack as standard, and plugging in our iPod Nano enabled us to stream songs through the BMW's audio system, although without the option to control anything other than volume via the head unit. Those looking for a more advanced iPod integration can purchase a BMW interface for iPod as a dealer installed option, which devolves total control of the iPod to the stereo buttons while displaying track and artist information and simultaneously charging the player.
The 335i comes with BMW's 13-speaker Logic7 audio system with Sirius satellite prewiring; sound quality is excellent, as one would expect with the arrangement of so many speakers in such a small space.
For models with iDrive, a pod on top of the dash houses the multipurpose LCD screen, with the distinctive dial set into the sloping central console in a similar fashion to that of the 2006 BMW M6. Navigation is the same system that we reviewed in the 2006 BMW M5 and BMW M6.
iDrive is not needed for Bluetooth hands-free phone integration, which is integrated into the BMW Assist or can be added as an a la carte option or as part of the Premium option package. Pairing a phone with the OEM hands-free rig in a car usually involves a variety of menus on the LCD screen. But since our 335i didn't have one, it was done via the much more limited alphanumeric display of the audio system. Surprisingly, it seemed easier and more intuitive. The text prompts were clearly described, in spite of the limited screen real estate, and the process worked exactly as they inferred it would. We paired our Treo 650 successfully on the first try without cracking a page of the owner's manual.
Once paired, hands-free audio performance was about what we've come to expect considering a moving car is one of the worst places to attempt a speakerphone conversation unless that car is a Bentley idling at the curb with all its windows up. That said, the BMW system was on a par with others.
Where the system did excel in use was its adoption of one of the more advanced Bluetooth profiles, which allowed portions of our Treo 650's call favorites and history to be copied into the car's memory. That meant calling one of our speed-dial numbers or returning a missed call did not require ever touching the phone; those selections are echoed on the car's display for easy execution.
The 2007 BMW 335i coupe is distinctly more feminine in its body design than its ancestors. A short front overhang and slanted headlights give it a hint of aggression, but a longer wheelbase and hood than the outgoing 3-series coupe and subtly flared fenders give the body style a more flowing profile.
In short, it looks good, and--as we found out in the Comfort section--it comes with a lot of nice-to-have cabin gadgets. But the 2007 BMW 335i's real raison d'être is its driving experience, and gripping its thick, three-spoke leather-bound steering wheel confirms your suspicions that you could have been a racing driver had you been given the breaks.
Eyebrows were undoubtedly raised across the auto world when BMW announced that its new coupe would be the first piece of Bavarian Motor Work in a generation to incorporate a turbocharger. Concerns about turbo lag and poor fuel economy have meant that forced induction is a rare commodity outside of diesel cars nowadays. But the turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder 335i is designed to minimize the two classic pitfalls in two ways. To counter turbo lag, the use of twin turbos with low pressure thresholds in combination with the 335i's wide torque bands (peak torque of 3000 pounds per foot is available from 1,400 to 5,000rpm) means that the car does not rely heavily on turbo boost to attain top-end performance. Secondly, the incorporation of direct high-pressure fuel injection using recently developed piezo injectors gives the 335i an increased 2to 3 percent fuel savings and 20 percent fewer emissions. BMW's double VANOS variable valve timing system also comes standard on the 335i, further enhancing performance and reducing emissions.
If this all sounds good on paper, it sounds even better when installed behind the wheel. We took our manual 335i tester on a spirited spin up the coast of Northern California, and we have to admit to being suitably impressed. Our manual tester was equipped with the optional Sports package (18-inch alloy wheels, run-flat tires, power lumbar support, and an increased limited top speed of 155mph); and speed-sensitive power steering to give us all the performance available. Excepting one occasion on which we pushed the car past its 7,000rpm redline (whoops), the 335i handed everything we threw at it and every bend that we threw it into.
The 335i's wide torque bands meant that it delivered admirable pick-up in almost any gear, although howling all the way through second was by far our favorite maneuver. We had read all BMW's marketing guff about the absence of turbo lag and set out with a critical eye to disprove it. However, the marketeers seem to have been telling the truth: aside from the odd sporadic twitch when pushing the gears into high revs, which could have been the variable valve timing kicking in, we have to report that turbo performance in the 335i is , if not seamless, then very smooth indeed.
One point of mild criticism we do have is the tendency of the manual shifter to resist engagement on occasion--particularly when changing into our favored second gear. We found repeatedly that we had to row the shifter back and forth to get it through the gate, to the detriment of our driving flow.
BMW has tweaked the design of the 335i to ensure an exact 50:50 front/ rear weight distribution, even putting the battery in the trunk--check. Tracking into the bends was flawless, and with sport-tuned aluminum front double pivot- and five-link rear suspension as standard, the 355i's handling was so precise that we felt like taking the traction control off just to see if we could make the car misbehave. Had we done so, we could have still relied on the 335i's all-round ventilated disc brakes with brake fade compensation to ensure snappy, linear deceleration.
The EPA has yet to rate the 335i for fuel economy: in our exuberant 200-mile drive, we clocked an average of just less than 20mpg, which was surprisingly high.
We always put safety last in our reviews, but it was firmly at the front of our minds when larruping the 335i through the winding mountain roads of Marin County. Most of the systems working to keep drivers of the 335i on the road are hidden to those in the cabin: dynamic stability control, electronic brake proportioning, ABS, dynamic brake control, dynamic traction control, and hill- descent control are all standard.
Other standard safety gear on the 335i includes adaptive Xenon headlights (which swivel according to the car's steering angle), cornering lights (an angled beam at each front corner to help visibility in large steering angles), and adaptive brake lights, which increase in brightness based on the intensity of the brake force applied.
Optional active safety features on the 335i are active (or adaptive) cruise control and park-distance control, both of which come as a la carte options. BMW Assist, which provides roadside assistance and other customer-service and in-car telematics, is also available as a stand-alone option.
Passive safety comprises front seat-belt tensioners and force limiters, front- and rear-seat side-impact head-protection systems, and BMW's advanced crash safety management that deploys safety systems when needed.
Front passengers get dual-threshold front-impact airbags and seat-mounted side-impact airbags. The 335i has yet to be rated by the NHTSA for impact and rollover safety.
It comes with BMW's 4 years/50,000 miles warranty and a 12-year/unlimited-mile limited rust protection.
User opinions
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DINAN 335i COUPE IS ONE FAST ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE!!
Pros: The Dinan prepared 335i Coupe is really a fast, fun car, that has loads of personality. I highly recommend that you buy one of these screaming machines, if you have the means to do so. The Dinan Performance Team really knows how to tune this machine.
Cons: This car has NO CONS!!! BMW knows how to build these cars, and how to make this car the ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE!!! This car never gives you any disappointments, and the more that you drive it, the more you will smile.
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The ultimate driving machine indeed
Pros: I had no idea the Germans had discovered warp drive
Cons: Expensive, but totally worth it.
Mine is a 2009 version it is built like a swiss watch. It is pricey (mine came to just over $50K w/ sport package, navigation, etc) but to me it's totally worth it and besides, it's cheaper than the equivalent S4 Audi (seems that BMW offers better financing terms than Audi, at least for me). The interior is refined, elegant, and uses extremely high quality surfaces, with fit and finish to match.
But BMWs are all about the driving experience, and the 335i surely does not disappoint. There is an effortless quality to the power that's on tap....the sense that any manuever you can imagine is readily at your disposal, a mere squeeze of the throttle and a tug on the steering wheel and suddenly you have effortlessly slalomed around the traffic and launched yourself down the highway at triple-digit speeds. It is the sense that you are in complete command of high speed motion. Absolutely amazing and quite addictive, I'm sure there are hundreds of motorists out there that hate me now for all my highway antics.
To me, this is the perfect car - except perhaps the M3, but then again, where in the world would you use all that performance outside of a racetrack?
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very nice. very nice, indeed.
Pros: sound...followed by everything else.
Cons: It's cost is over, like, $100.
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Great car with mechanical issues
Pros: Handling
Speed
Finish
Cons: Mechanical issues with turbos and fuel pump
Mechanical issues with door locks (actuator failed)
Steering wheel peels very easily
Run flat tires are way too bumpy
The car has been in the shop for because the turbo wastegates werent closing properly and it was causing the engine to rattle when it came to a stop. I had to take the car in twice for BMW to diagnose the problem properly which makes no sense because this problem is fully documented on blogs. There was also a problem with the fuel pump that was repaired with the wastegates. Fortunately, all of this was covered under the 50,000 mile warranty.
Now, the actuator for the cars door locks has gone out completely and apparently according to the service advisor this is an issue with BMW's. This problem causes the doors to not unlock with the remote or interior unlock button located on the dash.
Also, the steering wheel has a protective coat on it that peels back over time that exposes the shinier black plastic behind it. BMW has offered to fix it but my concern is if they replace the steering wheel with the same wheel then the same problem will eventually come back.
Now, on to the reason why I love the car so much. The performance is really good and the price is reasonable compared to comparable cars with the same performance. In fact, the performance is so good that I just replace rear tires that only had 12k miles on them--I guess I have a heavy foot. I highly recommend the BF Goodrich Sport tires because of the ride and comfort. My Pirelli Nero Zero tires really were horrible.
My other complaint is with the cupholders. I literally had a whole cup of tea spilled on my lap when my passenger knocked it out of the cupholder with his knee.
The gas mileage is very good for a car with this type of performance. I'm averaging with a mix of city/highway 23-24 MPG.
I suggest buying this car used because BMW dealerships really try to rip you off when you buy new. Go on to autotrader and find a 335 with low miles and you'll save a ton of money like I did. With BMW's warranty up to 50k miles you cant go wrong buying a beamer with under 50k miles.
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The BMW 335i is a very unreliable car
Pros: Fun to drive
Cons: It's got to start to drive
1) Three days in the shop
2) Jerky transmission problems when taking foot off the brake
3) Bad passenger window
4) Bad fuel pump
5) 1300 miles
6) BMW NA refuses to acknowledge these problems
Good luck if you buy one
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You'll have to drive one to understand
Pros: Engine, handling, logic7, comfort access, style (coupe), suprising back seat comfort
Cons: Hard to get in and out for passangers (coupe), Nav (froze on me once and it isn't the fastest nav either)
Had it for over seven months and loving it everyday. I don't have to say anything about the engine and handling because ya'll probably all heard about it. if you haven't go to a BMW dealer and test drive one.
Back seat has supringsly good space for a coupe but getting in and out is difficult
Even with run flats the ride is quite and comfortable.
Nav froze on me once and I wish it could process things faster but I could live with it. On the other hand, nav isn't so hard to use; after few days you should be able to master it.
Gas milage ain't so bad either; I get over 22 miles per gallon and I have a heavy foot with lots of city driving.
For it's price starting in the low 40's and equipped well in the high to low 50's you can not get a better car.
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Perfect, Amazing Vehicle
Pros: Manual Transmission, Engine
Cons: None yet...2 weeks in
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Amazingly Fun
Pros: Fast, great handling
Cons: Throttle lag, bent rim
My BMW dealership is BMW of Lindon, Utah and they are A+!!
They always have loaner cars when I bring my BMW's in. The salesman there is first class and couldn't be better! The service department is equally as good.
I wanted to mention the dealer because honestly how the dealership treats me is extremely important to me both during the sales process and for service.
Now onto the car. This car is VERY fast and the handling is top notch. The seats are very comfortable and snug for hard cornering. The instrument panels and straight forward and pairing my Bluetooth phone took probably 2 minutes.
Now onto a couple of Cons. There is some noticeable lag when trying to apply very light pressure to the gas when accelerating from 0. I got the optional 18” rims and hit a massive pot hole and damaged my rim and a few other things, bottom line was $1000 in damage. I don’t fault the car for this with large rims and low profile tires I expect this type of damage.
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Handles poorly on rutted surfaces
Pros: Handles great on smooth surfaces, power, superb
Cons: Not a good slipery or icy surface car
roads, it wants to go from side to side. It can be darn scarry in rush hour traffic. I contacted the dealer, " all the 3 series do that " he said. I thought maybe an alignment problem, tire issues, or the speed sensitive steering?? But he said they all do that, can this be right? You know how heavily traveled black top gets those grooves in it from traffic? Well this is the surface with a few bumps and ruts to boot. The distance between the front wheels, is that the problem? I don't know ?
Has anyone else noticed or had or have this or similar problem?
out of 46 user reviews
Unbelievable Feel
Pros: Handling, acceleration, comfort, curb appeal
Cons: Must be careful not to damage low-profile rims when cornering
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Wish I had this car when I was in college.
Pros: Superb engine, brutal power, crisp handling, one of the best gearbox, amazing Logic 7 audio, Auxilliary input a bonus.
Cons: Small rear view mirrors, wish it had dynamic suspension, which can change from Sports to comfort on long rides, like a Benz.
I connected my iPhone to auxilliary input of the vehicle and use it as a juke box, as well as handfree communication system as the voice is then heard over car's speakers. This eliminated the need for the bluetooth option.
I have smoked M3, AMG S55, Modified civics, lancers, supras, name it. Just waiting to take it on a race track.
Touched above 150 Miles on a deserted road, negotiated an exit on the highway on a hairpin at 65 miles an hour, when the limit said 30, and the car never misbehaves.
Absolutely something to fall in love with.
Cons: tiny rear view mirrors, sports suspension can take its toll on not so smooth roads.
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worst car ever
Pros: outside looks good
Cons: terrible clutch
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Radar Detector is a must have!
Pros: Fast, Good Looks, Really fast
Cons: Could be more comfortable
I wanted to know if anyone is experiencing the same issue as me.
I have the automatic trans with sport shifters, when I start off from a stand still in the auto mode, the car seems to start off ok and then feels like it drops off until second gear kicks in and then you really go. this doesn't happen in sport or manual modes, could this be a problem? is anyone else experiencing this? I'm not too happy about this...some feed back please.
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Close to an M3.
Pros: Zero turbo lag
Cons: boring ass styling
Do yourself a favor and don't order it with iDrive and the navigation system.The iDrive is nice, but getting what you want done takes many steps most of the time. I bought a Garmin Nuvi and attatched it to the dash.
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Outstanding all-rounder
Pros: Torque, chassis control, exhaust note
Cons: Seatbelt arms, a little too pretty
I've always loved BMW drivetrains and handling, but this car's features also impress. The bluetooth really does work fantastically well - it took 30sec to set-up and the interface is quite intuitive. Standard stereo sound is excellent as well (usually a weak point for BMWs), optional iPod integration very good (tracks display on screen), and even the Nav system works well. iDrive is not as bad as I anticipated - just takes some acclimatisation.
Downsides - those seatbelt arms are going break! And while no one can argue with how attractive the car looks, the styling is a bit feminine.
Overall, a great daily driver that makes the forthcoming new V8 M3 look like overkill.
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Fan-tas-tic
Pros: power delivery, comfort, quality
Cons: haven't found any yet :)
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Elegance, spirited driving, some muscle and stellar handling.
Pros: It really does make you want to jump in it anytime you have a spare moment and go for a drive.
Cons: Navigation talk system and I drive control
I just took delivery of a new BMW 335i Hardtop convertible.
This is my first BMW and it is a pleasure beyond description to drive.
It offers everything anyone could want in a fine crafted motor car.
The fit and finish are stellar. The sound system beats the woofers off Bose and the experience is elegance blended with sheer fun and enjoyment.
The only thing BMW needs to do is perfect the Navigation talk system and the size of the screen and the display of the streets. For people with great eye sight I suppose this is not a problem however most of us do need reading glasses and I can’t read that screen properly without them. The voice command response from the car gets mixed up frequently.
My last automobile was an Acura RL 2005.
With that automobile using voice command Nav System, I was able to locate a destination with in 30 seconds without any frustration. The Acura was a great car the but really not a blast to drive. Got you from A to B with civility, but that’s about it. Also The Acura was noisy on the highway, blue tooth calls were hard to hear and hard for the person at the other end to hear due to intrusion of road and wind noise. My foot was to the floor boards to pass all the time as well.
The 335i is a scream, even my wife has fallen in love with it and she doesn’t care about automobiles at all. It really does make you want to jump in it anytime you have a spare moment and go for a drive. I suppose that’s what it’s all about. The Acura didn’t have the same magic, but it had an easier GPS system.
Congratulations BMW on building a beautiful car that embodies a bit of everything, elegance, spirited driving, some muscle and stellar handling. With the top up or down it’s great to drive. Even with the Awkward GPS I drive talk system. I'd buy it again!
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FROM A GUY WHO HAS ONE!!!
Pros: leg room, acceleration, ride, handling, MPG, style
Cons: Spendy...getting mine stolen..
First off, this is a coupe, do not buy it if you want to move furniture and/or car pool with your 5 co-workers...DUHHHHH. It has plenty of room though for two adults and passable room for four. I am 6'7" and have PLENTY of leg room and head room....Audi, I cant even fit in a damn A4....Mercedes...I have a friend who is a salesman for them and wont even buy one.. POWER!!! Man this car is fast...I had a 2004 M3 and this is FASTER....This is "Holy Crap" fast with power all the way up. I had this to 145 on the autobahn and was ACCELERATING still...this an GREAT gas milage and SMMMOOOOOTH ride. Interior is nice, well layed out, functional and pleasant...not luxurious, but then BMW has always been performance and engineering, not luxury...go buy a damn Cadillac if you want to drive your lazy-boy around and quit your whining. Sound syestem is great and the AUX jack is usefull. Nav is awesome as is the integrated Bluetooth.
Design...Ok, Love him, hate him, whatever, Bangle has got THIS ONE RIGHT. This car is dead sexy, I get way more looks in this car then my M3. I have never been IN LOVE with a car before this one.
So, if you want a speed demon that handles like it is on rails and looks just as good, you cant go wrong here...
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awsome car, awaiting delivery of mine
Pros: engine, trans, interior comfort, handling brakes
Cons: none in stock, 8 week delivery time
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This is fast car!! - I just got one last month
Pros: Twin Turbo!!
Cons: idrive - eww
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This car does it all!
Pros: Speed, comfort, handling, features..price..yes price!
Cons: larger opening for trunk, no one "gawks" at if (if this is what you want)!
This car is simply the best I have ever owned,mainly because it is so well rounded. It does everything so well.
I found the BMW 2003 M3 too aggresive and never happy unless reved and pushed. Over eager if you will. But incredibley fast. I switched to a Porsche 911 then about 8 months ago what I thought what was my dream car, the very expensive Cayman S.
The 335i on the other hand is happ cruising at any speed. Tap on the throtle and bam off to the races!
I want to mention the Cayman because I see other people are looking at buying the Cayman as an alternative. The Cayman did not feel any faster then this car. The handling may be a tad tighter, but it is a smaller, lighter car. My problem with the Cayman was it was just too small for everyday use, lack features and not very luxurious inside like the BMW.
The trunk in the front of the Cayman is deep but sort of a pain in the butt you never get used to opening and pushing down on the hood to close. Porsche did a great job on this car and the fit and finish was excellent but it did not feel like a $70,000 car and compared to the BMW it really lacks features.
Getting into the 335i after Porsche was like getting in with an old friend. BMW somehow is able to make a car that has something similar to the oldest 3 series yet totaly modern and updated.
I bought a 335i coupe with premium, sport, comfort, sirius, manual transission and no I drive or adaptive steering.
After two weeks I love everything about this car. It handles quite well, is blazingly fast when it needs to be, luxurious and is so comfortable.
The features are fantastic especialy the bluetooth stereo, heated seats, electric sport seats and the comfort package. Personaly, I like the transmission. I have read reports of it being "notchy" but I do not feel it at all.
The sirius satelite radio comes with the car with a free one year subscription and as you know servicing is paid for by the dealer and the car also comes with a free SOS button (similar to Cadillac).
I may lower the car and put on larger wheels down the road but for now it is fine. Vishnu tuning in San Carlos California already has a package that ups the boost of the turbo 2lbs. I had them do work for me when I had a Suburu WRX and the transformation was amazing but that will have to wait.
Compared to the price of the Cayman S you get a whole lot more for your money. All the speed of the Porsche plus two back seats, a more luxurious interior, more useable cabin room and a real trunk although I would like the opening just a few inches wider..my only gripe.
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Two twin turbos, eh?
Pros: Cnet has no business is the automotive world
Cons: Get out while you have your reputation in hand
Would that be a quad turbo 3 litre engine?
Cnet, If you really want to enter an already saturated automotive review scene, don't do it half assed for god sakes. Look at the clown you have doing the review, who gives a **** about bluetooth, its a ******** car. And a real automotive enthusiast won't drive with one hand on the wheel, oh wait, NO HANDS (look at me Maa!)
Give us a break.
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Simply the best
Pros: quick response, nimble, agile, sleek, sexy,
Cons: convertible not available yet.
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Worth the Price if you like performance
Pros: Well rounded and just Performs
Cons: You'll end up using more gas
The car is simply fast, takes me back the days of the muscles car. When you get on the gas it thoughts you back into the seat. The other thing I like about about car and I have a MT, I do no need to down shift at 60 or 70 mph to pass someone, you can press on the gas in 4th or 5th and the car takes off.
The only downside to all this power is definitely the gas mileage. In normal stop and go commute traffic and being a bit aggressive on the gas expect to see 16 to 18 mpg. If your nice and stay off the gas you can get that up to 20 to 21. Highway I got 28, but again the car was still new and I was enjoying myself. I think I could get 30.
Like others , test drove most of the cars in its class and came away underwhelmed. The things I remember as the biggest difference in the cars was the others tend to isolate you from the road, which I cannot stand. I like feeling the road through the car and feeling when the cars is on the edge of performance. A few of the cars started to loose control before I knew it and that is scary feeling to find out you pushed the car too hard and lost control and didn''t feel it happening. Grand it the cars recovered nicely but the BMW did not do this. I could tell if I was pushing the 335i too hard and it gave me no surprises.
One of the things everyone sights as a big difference between the BMW and the other cars is the lack of "feature" compared to price. If all you are looking for is how many features and extras you can cram into a car for the lowest price, do not buy a BMW you will be disappointed. But if you are looking for the best driving experience, then look at the BMW. The lack of features in the car and on the dash is a plus in my mind, since there less clutter on the dash to distract you while your driving.
However, It does take a bit to get use to all the controls on the car and how things work, not the easies to figure out and the manual is a bit thick and not easy to understand..
You will also find this car is well constucted, when you close the doors you think the doors are heavy and solid, but closes smoothly. This goes for the truck and hood too. With so many cars being made taking ever once of weight out of the car to improve gas mileage makes the car feels and sounds tinny. Not the case with 335i. It solidly made and feels that way.
Be warned this car does not have a spare tire and has run flat tires. I knew this buying the car, never gave it a second thought since it has been years since I had ever had a flat. The car was 3 days old and took out the sidewall and it was a weekend and BMW towed it no cost, but they took it to BMW dealer since I was out of town and did not have any other options and it cost big $$$$ to replace the tire. Grant it if I was local, I could have gotten it done for less. Most BMW owners have gone out and bought repair kits and spares to keep in the trunk due to this.
I got the sport package in the car, I love since the car handles even better, the downside of the 18 inch tires in the northern locations is the the cold morning the tires are a bit stiff and will ride a bit hard until they warm up. I think this is true for any summer sport tire, but the bridgestones BMW uses has gotten lots of complaints and they seem to be true
I decide to go with the manual over the auto, one since I did not feel the auto was worth the extra money. I have driven manuals for years in the past and always enjoys having the flexability of the stick. It could be me being a bit rusty, but the 2nd to 3rd shift is a bit rough all other shifts are real smooth. It seems to get hung up the shift from time to time if I am not pushing the shifter hard. The other thing is the shifing pattern, reverse is rigth next to 1st which it makes it hard to tell if your in reverse or 1st. Found myself going forwad when pulling out a parking space. I conside these things usuability issue or the fact I am so use to the old 4 speeds and having reverse back to the left or right..
I just had the experience of using the car in snow and with sport tires, I could simple have to say i was impressed, roads were covered in ice and the car handled well. The car fish tailed a bit and the tracking control kicked in and straighten it right out and keep me moving forward even with other cars with front wheel drives were having problems. Can not say that too many sport cars who handle snow that well.
This car is an all round dream to drive, it has the right balance of power, stability, control and creature comforts. You still can turn off the DSC and DTC and car will be free and wild just be prepare to replace tires.
You will definitely enjoy this car!!!!!
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BMW 335i Coupe is the Ultimate Driving Machine!!!
Pros: Beautiful Design, Fast, and Comfortable!!
Cons: I let you guys know when I find one
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Overall this car is phenomenal.
Pros: Every aspect of the drive is superb, from performance to feel. Styling is gorgeous.
Cons: A little cramped in back. iDrive isn't the horrendous monstrocity it's made out to be, but it is counter-intuitive at times.
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Best decision ever!
Pros: Fast, precise handling, and a head turner.
Cons: Options that should be standard on luxury cars are extra priced.
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Tops the G35 and IS350
Pros: Perfect, smooth accerlation and handling
Cons: slow iDrive system
Oh, by the way, a radar detector is a must in this car. The speed is decieving in this car due to the smoothness of operation. I apparently was going 25 over the speed limit without even noticing it.
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Another awesome car!!
Pros: Speed, handling & style
Cons: Engine seems to struggle during ignition
I've recently traded in my 2000 328i to a 2007 335i and I have to say it's really the handling and power that makes me keep coming back to buy one BMW after another eventhough I keep telling myself that I would never buy another BMW after my disappointment with their 2000 328i.
The speed for this car is amazing. Give me one car room in the next lane and I can cut over and speed away before the other drivers even has time to respond. The pick up is so fast that driving this car is such a pleasure.
The only problem (not sure if anyone else has this problem) I've observed so far in my 335i is that the engine seems to struggle a bit before it starts after I push the ignition button. The sales guy told me it could possibly be that I didn't step on the break before I push the button but I could assure you that this is not the case. Sometimes it takes two effots before the engine will start and consider this is a brand new car off the truck, I'm surprise that the engine has problem igniting. Though this doesn't happened everytime but I wonder if any of the 335i owners out there have experience this and could share how I might start the car any different than what the dealer was telling me.
The costs to upgrade the car to a premium and/or sport package is expensive but it's certainly worth the investment.
Overall, BMW never disappoint me with the car's handling.
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I actually OWN the car! Most of these guys don't!
Pros: Blistering acceleration, virtually no turbo lag, tight handling
Cons: Low ridemakes getting in and out somewhat difficult
This is my first BMW. I always thought they were overrated by the expression "ultimate driving machine". Not anymore. I've had several high-performance cars, and while they may be fast, you still feel like you're just driving it. When you get behind the wheel of the 335i coupe, you feel like you're wearing it. As if it was an extension of your self. The car is incredibly fast. On my test drive I was sold when I hit 80 mph and felt the car lung forward even faster. The handling is exceptionally tight. Although not a smooth writing car by definition, it handles bumps well. You feel the bumps but they are muted.
The styling is a matter of taste. Some of these reviewers like at others don't. The stock stereo system is one of the best I've heard. The guys at Best Buy were amazed that there are two subwoofers one under each one of the passenger seats. You really feel this bass!
I added the new Alpine blackbird GPS to the car, and had it wired directly into a 12 V power supply. It looks great, and from what I have read about the I drive works a lot better.
The seats are very comfortable and supportive. If you find someone who tells you they cannot get comfortable in the seats they have real back problems! They have more adjustments to them than a chiropractor!
Overall the driving experience is superb.
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Delete the invalid reviews! Top car of 2007!
Pros: Everything
Cons: cup holders, run-flats
First, let me say I am not a "car person" or a "BMW enthusiast" but I can appreciate a quality luxury car as much as any other average American. I drove all the competitors to this car before buying it, and none can compare. You have to drive it yourself to know what I mean, so don't count it out based on a CNET review by someone who has driven the car once for 2 miles at most, or not at all, as I suspect is the case for some of these people.
I recently took European Delivery of my 335i, and I highly recommend not only the car, but also the delivery method. It saves you about $3,000 off the purchase price, and you get to drive your new car in a way that the USA does not allow. I easily eclipsed 150MPH on the autobahn, at night, on a wet road, and the 335i held up like a dream. I was not even flooring it. As for stability, at 152MPH it felt equivalent to driving my Honda Accord about 95MPH. I was shocked at how quickly it could go that fast, and the only thing preventing me from pushing it further was that I had no experience driving that fast, and was not used to objects approaching me at that speed.
Otherwise, the car's pickup is insane, traction control is powerful enough to allow you to use that engine to do things you could not do in other cars, and despite their fragility, the tires stick to the road very well. Gas mileage was ok, but traffic in Munich was so bad that even with my 100+MPH jaunts, my average speed was just under 30MPH, which netted me about 19 MPG on my first tank of gas. Perhaps the most remarkable thing about the 335i is the torque curve. What does this actually mean? It means that if you drive a stick, like me, you can practically be in any gear at any speed and still have more pickup than the average car. Be in the correct gear, and you can get in/out of any situation on the road in an instant. I have not tested the auto transmission, so I cannot speak to that.
I did damage one of the tires by brushing up against a curb, so I ended up driving an Audi A4 the last 1.5 days, which was a HUGE downgrade from the 335i. I kept thinking how much it sucked in comparison, every minute I was forced to drive it. But, this highlights one of the weaknesses of the 335i. If you're not used to high performance tires -- in particular these run-flat tires, which are a mixed blessing -- then you will have to adjust your driving style accordingly. No more indiscriminately driving over pot-holes. Also, the cup holders are an absolute joke.
I would like to say something about i-Drive now. It is fashionable to talk about how frustrating it is, especially by people who don't use it every day. Well, if you use this system every day and still can't get the hang of it, then you are an idiot. Within 3 days of using the NAV, I had the everyday functions figured out and memorized, and it became clear to me why BMW is so insistent about keeping it in their cars despite all the bad reviews. First, the bad reviews are from test drivers, not people who actually repeatedly use the car. Second, while it is true that i-Drive and the NAV are not quite as user friendly as the Acura system (which costs more than TWICE as much), they are more than adequate, and they uphold the BMW belief that your hands should be near the driving equipment and your eyes should be on the road. If I had been fiddling with the huge, descended touch screen of the Acura system (both Acura and BMW have shoddy voice recognition, especially at high speeds when you need it the most) at my average speed of 115MPH on the autobahn, then I would have been a danger on the road.
Despite the weaknesses, I still give the 335i a 10, because I'd give it an 11 otherwise, if that were possible.
Vehicle Tested, Purchased, and Recommended: 335i Coupe, 6-spd Manual, Premium Package, Sport Package, NAV, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sirius radio.
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Amazing car, far superior to previous 3-series, including the M3!!
Pros: Unbelievable engine & transmission, superb stable ride & handling, confidence-inspiring brakes, classy interior
Cons: no navigation without dreaded i-drive!
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My 335i is a really good car
Pros: Power, handling, build quality. It's a BMW
Cons: outside mirrors, goofy seat belt arm
The first rejects from the list were the S-Type and both Lincolns. I wasn't that impressed with the fit and finish on the Lincolns and the handling should have been better (especially in the Jag), but the 4 liter had good power in both the LS and the Jag. The Zephyr is an odd looking car to begin with.
Next rejects were Corvette and 350Z, mainly because they both felt cheap and junky - which was unfortunate because both cars have plenty of power. Corvette is also damned good looking, corners well, and can 0-60 in 4.4 seconds. Too bad that, at just over $44k base, the fit, finish and overall build quality are so bad. For $65.8K, you can get a Z06 that will 0-60 in 3.9, but still looks like something that was put together by a couple of 5 year olds in a hurry.
The Chrysler 300C was such a piece of junk that Corvette build quality and materials looked pretty good in comparison - and that's bad! I didn't even bother driving it.
A visit to the Cadillac dealer really surprised me. While I think the STS and CTS are ugly cars and their fit and finish should be better, the performance and handling of the "V" versions of those cars really impressed me. They are both prone to wheel hop during hard acceleration from a stop, but both cornered well. The $75K (before options) STS-V is waaaaay overpriced, but the quicker, better handling, and more fun to drive CTS-V isn't too bad at all - especially with a 6-speed manual shifter. But, with a sticker pushing 60K (Just over 50 before options), historically poor resale value for Cadillacs, and low grade interior materials, the CTS-V just doesn't seem like a a very good value for my money. But, 0-60 comes in 5.1. Maybe if you can get one for 10K off sticker - or a really sweet deal on a lease - the CTS-V would be worth considering.
I had lots of fun with the offerings at the Porsche/Audi dealership, which came as no surprise. The Cayman is a blast to drive and has exceptional Porsche quality and materials, but you have to get the $59K (base price) Cayman S to accelerate as fast as the Cadillac CTS-V. Porsche options are notoriously expensive, so you realistically won't be able to find a Cayman S for much under $70K. The Audi S4, at $47.5K, is top quality - as expected from Audi, and it handles great. It's lots of fun to drive and and is a decent value for the dollar - even though, with a 0-60 time of 5.5, it's still not as quick as the CTS-V. The RS4, at $66K, can 0-60 in 4.7. It's a great car and can run, but not worth $66K unless you want to "almost" be able to catch a Corvette.
The Mercedes dealer had a CLK350 and a CLK550. Both were VERY nice, great looking , and top of the line in materials and build quality. I was fairly disappointed in the handling of both cars and for $47K (base), the CLK350 had embarrassing performance. 0-60 in 6.4 seconds for a car that stickered at $55K. The CLK550 (base $56K) stickered at $65.5, was very nice, and 60mph came up in 5.1. But, it should have had a more sporting feel for that kind of cash.
The Acura TL Type-S was surprisingly good for at car with a base price of $39K and sticker price just over $45 optioned nicely. It came with leather, premium sound system, all the power goodies, etc and has a 6 year/70K powertrain warranty. 0-60 in the TL Type-S is 5.5. This car is fun to drive, has good build quality, and is a great value for the dollar.
The Infiniti dealer showed me G35 coupes and sedans. The fit, finish, and overall quality feel were considerably better than that of their Nissan siblings. I liked the coupes considerably better than the sedan, and only drove the 6MT coupe. The one I drove was pretty much loaded at just under $40K ($33.8 base) and does 0-60 in about 5.2. While the materials and quality were considerably better than the 350Z, they still didn't compare with the Acura, Audi, Benz and Porsche. But, for the price difference, it's still a great value for the dollar, handles great, and is fast.
Lexus had an IS350 and a GS430. The IS350 had a base price of $35.7K and optioned out at $42K. The GS430 had a base of $52.5 and optioned out at just under $60K. Both cars were of the fit and finish one would expect from Lexus and were fun to drive. Especially the smaller, faster, more responsive, better handling, and less espensive IS350. While 0-60 took 5.7 in the GS430, the IS350 was only took 5.3 seconds.
Before going to the BMW dealer, I was considering the Audi S4, Acura TL Type-S, Infiniti G-35 and Lexus IS350. Any car that took more than 5.5 seconds for 0-60 was automatically rejected. The Corvette and Chrysler 300C were rejected basically for being pieces of crap - although the Corvette was the fastest car tested and one of the better looking. The Porsche Cayman S and Benz CLK550 were rejected due to poor value for the dollar. The Cadillac STS-V just didn't quite make the cut as compared to the Acura, Audi, Infiniti and Lexus.
I went in to the BMW dealer to look at a 335i Sedan, but there were none available; however, there was a 335i Coupe, with sport and premium packages and 6 speed manual. Sticker price just over $48K with options. Base was $42K. Typical BMW build quality and perfect handling. BMW Claims 0-60 time of 5.1, but the car magazines test it at 4.7 to 4.9 - depending on who you ask. On the first test drive, I rejected the Audi S4 and Infiniti G35 Coupe as being inferior. After leaving the BMW dealership, I went back to re-drive the Lexus IS350 and Acura TL Type-S. The power and handling for the 335i Coupe were just better than the IS350 and Acura could compete with. But, of course the 335i also cost $3K more than the Acura and 6K more than the IS350. Build quality on the Acura TL Type-S, BMW 335i, and Lexus IS350 were all great and they are all fast and fun to drive. I thought the BMW was easily worth the price premium as compared to the Acura, but it was a fairly tough decision as compared to the IS350 at $6K less. If price had been an issue, then I don't know if I would have purchased the IS350 or gotten the BMW 328i instead.
The next morning, I went back to the BMW dealer and purchased the 335i Coupe - a gorgeous car in Space Grey. I've been very happy with the car, except for 3 minor annoyances:
1) The seat belt hand off arms are kinda goofy and sometimes don't work.
2) The outside mirrors, while they look great, are abnormally small almost to the point of being useless.
3) The turn signal indicators are always hidden behind the steering wheel. So, if you accidentally hit the turn signal stalk and turn on a signal, then you don't know it.
BMW could very easily put on normal sized outside mirrors with turn signal indicators built in. That would solve the problems with the mirrors and the turn signals. Other than those minor complaints, it's the best car I've ever driven.
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335i is a blast to drive - from an owner!
Pros: Great fit/finish, power w/6-speed auto is fun to drive
Cons: Quiet at idle, liked the 330Ci sport seats better, i-drive is slow!
Picked mine up three weeks ago, all available options except for active steering and active cruise.
My list of pros:
1. The engine is awesome; the power is there from 1500 rpm on, with a slight (yet noticible) drop in push from 6000+ rpm to redline. You can tell this car wants to go, much like the current M3 model. So much in fact that the dealer mistakenly left the "transport-mode" option on the engine limiting revs to 4500 rpm. Driving around Chicago the first day I didn't even notice, keeping the car under 4500 while still accelerating from 0-40 rapidly says something about the low-end power in this engine. No noticable turbo lag.
2. The interior has a great fit and finish, much nicer than the 330ci. Although I wish they would have flattened the dash out a little less than they did. I liked the fact that the 330Ci pointed all controls in the middle of the dash towards the driver. I'll get over it because I like the overall look and function of the new interior.
3. For a 6-speed auto, w/paddle shifters, gear changes feel much more crisp than the 5-speed auto in the 330Ci. Very precise shifts, especially in manual mode.
4. Sound system is adequate, with the logic 7 system standard with an aux input...finally. They also removed the subwoofer/amp from the top of trunk interior...seems like the trunk is larger. If you had/have a 330Ci with the HK system then you know what I'm talking about.
5. Drive is sporty yet gentle enough to take on long road trips. I would caution potential buyers about the 18's w/Bridgestone RE050A's as being a bit rough on city streets. Chicago streets aren't all that great.
6. Comfort access was the last option I added...and I'm glad I did. I know, it is for lazy people...but pretty cool that you never use the key and is very convenient if your wife wants to leave her keys in her purse and be able to open/lock and start/stop the car. For $500 on the 335i (and $1000 on the 550 and up) it may not be worth it for some people. If it is your daily driver then I would recommend getting comfort access.
Now on to the cons:
1. The seats in the 330Ci w/sport package seemed a bit more comfortable (or I'm gaining weight). The side bolsters are a bit narrow. The seats also don't seem to have the same range of travel in all directions. Not a problem for me, but would be a problem for shorter drivers like my wife.
2. Engine/exhaust at idle is very quiet. I agree I don't want engine/exhaust noise blaring over conversation in the car while I'm at a stoplight, but I would like to be reminded that the engine is running. Reminded me of a Toyota (I rent a lot of cars while on the road). Sounds great when you get on it, especially the 1st to 2nd gear shift and between 2000 rpm's to redline.
3. i-drive is the slowest thing I have ever used (as far as computers go). It is great it does a lot more than it did in the past (e.g. setups for the keys/drivers) and the Nav system is good...but it is SLOW! I'm hoping this is something they are able to fix through software improvements and it is not a hardware limitation.
4. Get snow tires if you live anywhere where it may snow, or you need to drive during winter. The 330Ci had the 18" M wheels with Pilot Sports (terrible in winter and cold weather) and I'm sure the Bridgestone's aren't much better. But, at least they are run-flats now.
Hope that helps all of you considering this as your next car. This is coming from a previous 330Ci owner, and an owner of an original 1991 1/2 325i convertible which is now a full Dinan spec 325i. Needles to say these aren't the only BMW's in the family, so I'm a fan...and a bit partial here.
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drove an auto - would buy a manual!
Pros: looks, perceived quality, engine, handling, it's a BMW!
Cons: beige interior looks cheap, poor dealer experience,
Despite a relatively short test drive, I hope i can help here. Didn't get on with paddle shift, but that is probably lack of experience, conventional manual mode was easier and BMW has at least got the direction right for the up and down shifts, shifts felt slow, but didn't try WOT shifts. Cute manual shift replication though! Handling felt precise and ride quality wasn't bad on LA's 101. Liked the turn indicators - nice touch. Seats were comfortable and driving position good. Car felt positive and steering weight was nice.
Dealer experienced sucked...BMW sales people 'to cool to talk'? Was made to feel like a celeb the next day at the Armani store on Rodeo drive as a comparison!
Would I buy one - yes, I am seriously considering 335 manual with a few goodies. Am concerned about relibility, was bitten with a Z3M coupe that was the most unreliable car I have ever owned despite being fantastic fun.
I liked the beige interior on the website but in reality it would be trashed in days, grey is dull, tan is ok but black it would have to be. Probably will wait a couple of months until the 'must haves' have done their thing and then will get one. But need to drive a manual before I commit.
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The World is My Oyster When I'm in a 335i
Pros: Power, Ride, Quality, Styling, Smooth Refinement
Cons: I spent hours looking and really couldn't find one
The two most interesting rides were countryside drives in the manual and automatic 335i, both with sport package and premium package.
Passing a line of cars effortlessly due to accellerating from 55 to 90 in just a few seconds is a thrill that still holds firmly in my memory. I had my trusty radar detector, and it located what turned out to be a hidden state trooper trying to catch football fans coming the other way from a large city to this university town on this fine, sunny day. I passed him at 55mph, then kicked it back up to 85mph which was nice and easy cruising speed.
I initially opted for buying a manual but a couple hours in the auto with the steering wheel shifters convinced me otherwise.
Now for some details. Accelleration is certainly enough. I can compare it to the 550i's accelleration, not as quiet or as smooth, but as fast. I can also compare it to the M3's accelleration, though somewhat quieter and just a tad lesser. Getting this car our on a smooth country road and seeing nothing but clear roadway gives the green light to punch it, and I did, quickly hitting 125mph without realizing it. It seems I only shifted into 4th at around 100mph.
City riding was quite pleasurable. Smooth enough over the bumps even with the sport suspension and run flat tires. Though with the larger tires the road noise is noticeable, but certainly not annoying, especially if you have the stereo on, when it's not noticeable at all (most of my test drives were without fan/stereo so that I could hear the sounds of the car).
The throaty growl of the engine is nice. Coming back to the dealer on an interstate, as I weaved in and out of traffic at about 95mph, an older 3 series started attempting to keep up with me. I let him for a couple miles, let him come up close, let him see the numbers, and then waved goodbye ... ah, those 300hp make my day.
I picked up my cousin who is shy of cars and speed and did the easy city driving test. She was equally stunned, not knowing much about cars, but certainly noticing the classiness of this ride. She gave it a full thumb up.
Did some other stuff like parallel parking, circles in parking lots, backing up and making the letter B, and opening all the comparments and such.
What you find is that I've spent hours going over this car, and I've spent hours and hours in nearly every model of BMW made from the 760, to the M3 to the 550 and so on. Hands down this 335i is my favorite.
While a 550 is more refined, it's too big for me, same for 7 series. The M3 is to showy and gets too much attention.
Lexus, Acura and other *** models just don't quite get why BMW is better and don't have a clue about road feel you get in one of these.
I spent the last week going out at night in my buddies corvette, and realized the 335i would probably dust it (it's not a z06) in a race to 0-100, but is certainly more refined and must less showy.
This is the best most 'together' car I've ever driven. Two more weeks until I pick it up in Munich, and test top end on the autobahn. Ah, the world is my oyster when I'm in a 335i!
Picked up the car in Munich and spent a couple weeks driving all over Germany. Because there was a little snow in the Alps, headed up by Bamberg and did a brewery tour. Hated being passed while the breakin period was ticking away ... and then I hit 1250 miles on the speedometer going 155mph. You can see a couple videos on youtube of this experience. Spent a few days driving in the alps on the Deutsches AlpenStrasse (German Alpine Highway) and realized how beautifully this car is engineered for German roads. Hated going into Austia due to the lowered speed limit (130 kph), but staying in the Alps required it. Coming down twisty Alpine roads at 10pm really became much easier with the xenon lights rotating. Coming out of the mountains and hitting the autobahn and going top speed, well, makes anyone's day.
This car drives like a dream. Power a plenty, brakes effortlessly, awesome standard stereo (better than in my 2004 330xi). Very comfortable and flexibly adjustable seats.
I put on 3000 miles during these two weeks, so I spent some time just driving (and a lot of time in brewery pubs too).
I sure hope they still make these when the lease is up, because I want another already. If this is not the perfect car, there's only one reason why ... cause I never much did like reality.
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The Best coupe ever
Pros: power, sound, logic 7, bluetooth, etc
Cons: none at all , perfect!
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Ignore the price, just get one!
Pros: Acceleration, handling, comfort
Cons: If price is a consideration, then you have your con!
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Better go for IS350 or G35
Pros: Nice Handling & good looking wheels
Cons: Poor interior design & too expensive for top tech options
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Best 3-Series Yet
Pros: Incredible motor, handling
Cons: No SMG transmission available
The cars I drove all had the sport package. They were all great handling and very tight. The stability control activated a number of times during my drives. It was seamless and unintrusive.
The interior is very clean. Simple lines. Not packed with electronics to distract one from the driving experience.
I ended up ordering a 335i coupe. I will pick the car up in Munich in a few weeks to drive it around Germany for a week or so. it should be on US soil by Thanksgiving. I will finally retire my 1993 325is coupe after a quarter million miles.
My opinion remains the same. This is far and away the finest coupe that BMW has produced. The interior is comfortable. All of the functions OBC, audio, HVAC, etc. are all easily accessible.
Driving this coupe was a joy. The engine has tons of pull. The steering is precise. Cruising the Autobahn at 110mph felt effortless. The car never got light in the front-end at high speeds. The winding Alpine roads were even more fun.
Now, I have a very long 3-4 weeks to wait for my car to make it here.
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DON'T OWN ONE
Pros: don't know haven't driven one
Cons: don't know haven't driven one
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Great Design and Super Performance.
Pros: Design, Interior and Power
Cons: GPS needs to have XM traffic real time data
The coupe also has a destinctive design seperate from the sedan. Unless you want to wait for the next M3, this would be a good choice for a BMW.
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If it's anything like the sedan...
Pros: Eerily good handling, great engine
Cons: Been back to dealer 6 times, has died on me
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Over-rated and under-engineered
Pros: Great resale values (there's one born every minute)
Cons: Engine, brakes, suspension, seats, radio, structure...where does it end?
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Two thumbs up, see below why only a 7
Pros: Engine, transmission, features
Cons: Styling, transmission
On the other hand, this is the greatest blind man's car ever!
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BMW has set the bar higher yet again.
Pros: Ultimate new engines. Ultimate Service. Ultimate Driving Experience.
Cons: No Imola Red???
An Ultimate Driving Machine. Yet again...Great job, Bavaria.
In his 8/21/06 review, Kevin writes: "With a sleek, newly designed body, the 300-horsepower 335i is the most powerful non-M3-series BMW coupe ever..."
This information isn't accurate. BMW's current 650Ci coupe (and it's predecessor, 645ci) are more powerful than the new 335i. Specifically, 650ci is rated at 360hp while 335i will arrive on Sept 1 with 300hp.
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2007 BMW 335i specifications
- Basic car properties
- Body style coupe
- Trim levels 335i
- Available Engine Gas
- Safety Features
- Smart airbags Standard
- Antilock brakes Standard
- Traction control Standard
- Stability control Standard
- Adaptive cruise control Standard
- Climate/convenience
- 12V power outlet Standard
- Drivetrain Technology
- Drivetrain available rear-drive
- Communication
- Bluetooth phone interface Standard
