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  • New BMW 3 Series Wagon Hits U.S. in Spring 2013

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    New BMW 3 Series Wagon Hits U.S. in Spring 2013

    13 Ratings | 8 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW said its redesigned 3 Series Sports Wagon will go on sale next spring in the U.S. The new 3 Series wagon features a longer wheelbase and. . .

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  • BMW 3 Series GT Is a

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    BMW 3 Series GT Is a "Looker," Say Insiders

    18 Ratings | 13 Comments

    Just the Facts: The upcoming 3 Series GT is described by BMW insiders as a much better-looking car than its larger sibling, the much-maligned 5 Series GT. . . .

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  • 2012 BMW 3 Series Recalled, Stop-Sale Order Issued

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    2012 BMW 3 Series Recalled, Stop-Sale Order Issued

    5 Ratings | 5 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW is recalling 7,600 2012 3 Series because of a problem with the front headrests, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.. . .

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  • BMW M Performance Parts for 3 Series, 5 Series

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    BMW M Performance Parts for 3 Series, 5 Series

    12 Ratings | 4 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW is expanding its range of M Performance Parts to the 2011-'12 3 Series and 5 Series. The automaker says its M Performance Parts, developed. . .

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  • Long-Wheelbase BMW 3 Series Debuts: 2012 Beijing Auto Show

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    Long-Wheelbase BMW 3 Series Debuts: 2012 Beijing Auto Show

    22 Ratings | 15 Comments

    Just the Facts: BMW will introduce a long-wheelbase edition of the 3 Series sedan for the Chinese market at the upcoming 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The long-wheelbase. . .

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  • 2012 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 328i vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250 Comparison Test

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    2012 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 328i vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250 Comparison Test

    57 Ratings | 214 Comments

    It is with a keenly self-aware fear of apostasy that BMW has declined to fit its brand-defining inline-6 engine to the 2012 BMW 328i and instead has substituted. . .

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  • 2012 BMW 328i Sedan Full Test and Video

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    2012 BMW 328i Sedan Full Test and Video

    58 Ratings | 64 Comments

    We all have a running top 10 list of the best drives we've ever taken, and the BMW 3 Series occupies two spots. We remember stringing together corners in an E90-generation. . .

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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

    71 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 | 20 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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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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