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  • 2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan Prices Climb $1,200 on Average

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan Prices Climb $1,200 on Average

    20 Ratings | 22 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW raises the starting price on its redesigned 2012 3 Series sedan by an average $1,200. The 2012 BMW 328i sedan will start at $36,650. . . .

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  • 2012 BMW 328i First Drive

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    2012 BMW 328i First Drive

    68 Ratings | 60 Comments

    There is much you need to know about the new 2012 BMW 3 Series, not the least of which is the fact that it's a very noticeable upgrade from the very first drive.. . .

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  • 2012 BMW 3 Series Production Starts in Munich

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Production Starts in Munich

    11 Ratings | 13 Comments

    Just the Facts: Production of the new 2012 BMW 3 Series was launched officially on Friday in Munich. BMW has poured $700 million into its Munich home plant. . .

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  • BMW Eyeing Diesel for U.S. 3 Series

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    BMW Eyeing Diesel for U.S. 3 Series

    7 Ratings | 19 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW official says technology could play a key role in CAFE regulations. Model designations are key to understanding new BMW engine technology.. . .

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  • BMW Design Chief Defends

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    BMW Design Chief Defends "Evolutionary" 3 Series

    15 Ratings | 30 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW chief designer calls the new 3 Series "quite a big step." The key focus was on maintaining a "family appearance." BMW says the 3 Series. . .

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  • 2012 BMW 3 Series Picture Gallery

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Picture Gallery

    0 Ratings | 0 Comments

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  • First Look: 2012 BMW 3 Series

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    First Look: 2012 BMW 3 Series

    60 Ratings | 93 Comments

    The brief for the 2012 BMW 3 Series was simple: Don't get it wrong. For the best part of four decades, the 3 Series has been the default premium sport sedan and. . .

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  • 2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan Arrives in U.S. in February

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan Arrives in U.S. in February

    19 Ratings | 12 Comments

    Just the Facts: The sixth-generation BMW 3 Series sedan is longer, wider and roomier than its predecessor. BMW is adding a new turbocharged four-cylinder variant. . .

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  • 2011 BMW 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive Recalled for Loose Driveshaft

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    2011 BMW 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive Recalled for Loose Driveshaft

    2 Ratings | 6 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW is recalling 190 2011 BMW 328i xDrive and 335i xDrive cars in the U.S. because the driveshaft can become completely loose during driving,. . .

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  • BMW Offers Performance Power Kit for 135i and 335i

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    BMW Offers Performance Power Kit for 135i and 335i

    12 Ratings | 10 Comments

    Just the Facts: Prices start at $599 plus installation for a software upgrade that boosts engine output to 320 horsepower. A more extensive kit bundles an. . .

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  • BMW: What's New for 2012

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    BMW: What's New for 2012

    22 Ratings | 40 Comments

    What's New for 2012: All Makes 2012 BMW 1 Series : There are no changes to the 2012 BMW 1 Series, though Bluetooth is now standard along with iPod/USB.. . .

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  • BMW Recalls 241,000 3 Series Cars in U.S. for Defective Rear Lights

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    BMW Recalls 241,000 3 Series Cars in U.S. for Defective Rear Lights

    8 Ratings | 6 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW is recalling 241,000 2002-'05 3 Series cars in the U.S. to fix defective rear lights, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.. . .

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Overview

The 2010 BMW 3 Series is available in many body styles but the 335i twin-turbo sedan shot across the bow of the entire small sport sedan segment. This is BMW's turf and it aims to protect it. BMW rates its double-blown 3.0-liter straight-6 at just 300 horsepower, but with a torque curve as flat as a pancake griddle, the 335i whips those ponies to extract every ounce of speed. Whether coupe, sedan or convertible, the 335i is seriously quick and handles like, well, a BMW. Short of a new M3, the 2010 BMW 335i is the best 3 Series ever.

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