2008 BMW 3-series Features And Specs
Year
Style, Configuration, Engine Options
Trim
328i Convertible Package Includes
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Interior
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Leatherette seat trim
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Pwr front bucket seats-inc
10-way pwr driver seat, 8-way pwr passenger seat, pwr headrests, pwr shoulder belt height adjustment, pwr easy-entry feature, 2-position driver seat memory
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1-piece folding rear backrest-inc
(3) headrests
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Front center console-inc
climate-controlled storage, integrated cupholder, armrest
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Rear center console-inc
storage, climate control air outlets
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Front/rear floor mats
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\BMW\ door sills
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3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic multi-function sport steering wheel-inc
audio controls, pearl-gloss galvanic trim
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Electric analog instrumentation-inc
speedometer, tachometer, galvanic pearl-gloss trim
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LCD main & trip odometers
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On-board computer-inc
check control vehicle monitoring system w/pictogram display
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Service interval indicator w/miles-to-service readout
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Tire pressure monitoring system
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Vehicle key & memory
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Coded driveaway protection
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Pwr windows-inc
1-touch open/close front windows, 1-touch open rear windows, all-window 1-touch open switch, anti-trapping feature, key-off operation
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Comfort entry-inc
central locking, 2-touch of unlock button lowers windows w/auto-window close when door is closed
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Multi-function remote keyless entry-inc
hard top lowering, courtesy light activation, window open
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Dynamic cruise control
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Pwr trunk release
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Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc
MP3 capability, (10) speakers w/(2) subwoofers, radio data systems (RDS), auxiliary audio input
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Prep for alarm, CD changer, satellite radio & cellular phone
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3-channel FM diversity antenna
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Variable AM/FM antenna position w/hard top raised & lowered
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Automatic tri-zone climate control-inc
auto air recirculation, mist control, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation
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Rear window defroster
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Locking glove box w/rechargeable take-out flashlight, spare key holder
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Smoker pkg
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Auxiliary pwr outlet
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Dual front/rear cupholders
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Dark burl walnut wood trim
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Pearl-gloss galvanic door handle trim
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Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
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BMW ambiance lighting
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Courtesy lights-inc
fade in/out feature, front/rear footwells, dual front/rear reading lights
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Front seatback storage compartments
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Cargo are-inc
(4) tie-downs, bin w/CD storage, side compartments, intermediate hard top position for trunk loading
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Exterior
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Fully automatic pwr retracting hard top
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Front/rear body-color bumpers w/black air intakes
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Chrome grille w/vertical slats
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Xenon adaptive automatic headlights-inc
auto-leveling, cornering lights
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Fog lights
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Adaptive brakelights
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Daytime running lights
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Pwr heated mirrors-inc
reverse passenger auto-tilt-down, 2-position mirror memory
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Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer jets
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Exterior door handles w/ground lighting
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Entertainment
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Engine
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Engine Order Code
NA
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Engine Type and Required Fuel
Gas I6
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Displacement (liters/cubic inches)
3.0L/183
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Fuel System
MPI
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Maximum Horsepower @ RPM
230 @ 6500
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Maximum Torque @ RPM
200 @ 2750
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Cooling System Capacity (quarts)
NA
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Electrical
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Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F
NA
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Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
180
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Safety
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4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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Dual front 2-stage airbags w/occupant sensor & indicator light
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Front side-impact airbags
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Active knee protection airbags
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All-position 3-point safety belts-inc
front pretensioners, front force limiters
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All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR)
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LATCH attachments for rear seats
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Dynamic stability control (DSC)-inc
electronic brake proportioning, cornering & braking stability enhancement, dynamic brake control, brake fade compensation, brake standby, brake drying, start-off assist, dynamic traction control
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Rollover protection system
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Interlocking door anchoring system
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Crushable pedals & footrest
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Daytime running lights
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Advanced crash safety management
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Crash sensor-inc
doors unlock, hazard lights on, interior lighting on
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Emergency trunk release
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Battery safety terminal (BST)
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Steering
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Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
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Steering Ratio (:1)
16.0
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Turns, lock to lock
3.0
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Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)
36.1
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Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)
NA
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Mechanical
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3.0L DOHC 24-valve I6 engine-inc
double-VANOS variable valve timing, Valvetronic
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Electronically controlled engine cooling
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Pwr coolant pump
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Volume-controlled oil pump
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Engine start/stop button w/galvanic pearl-gloss trim
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Electronic throttle control
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6-speed manual transmission w/OD
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Dynamic stability control (DSC)-inc
electronic brake proportioning, cornering & braking stability enhancement, dynamic brake control, brake fade compensation, brake standby, brake drying, start-off assist, dynamic traction control
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Rear wheel drive
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Double-pivot strut front suspension-inc
coil springs, aluminum lower arms, aluminum steering knuckles, aluminum subframe
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5-link rear suspension w/coil springs
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Front/rear twin-tube gas-pressurized shock absorbers
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Front/rear stabilizer bars
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P225/45R17 run-flat all-season tires
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17\ x 8.0\ star spoke alloy wheels (style 157)
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Engine speed-sensitive pwr steering
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4-wheel ventilated pwr disc brakes
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4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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Dual exhaust system
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Tool kit
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Suspension
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Front Suspension Type
Double Pivot
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Rear Suspension Type
5-Link
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Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
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Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
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Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
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Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
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Towing
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Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
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Transmission
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Transmission Order Code
NA
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Transmission Description
Manual
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Number of Transmission Speeds
6
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First Gear Ratio (:1)
4.32
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Second Gear Ratio (:1)
2.46
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Third Gear Ratio (:1)
1.66
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Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.23
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Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.00
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Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.85
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Reverse Ratio (:1)
3.94
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Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.38
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Clutch Size
NA
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Vehicle
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EPA Classification
Sub-Compact
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Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
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Warranty
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4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles
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4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles
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4 Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles
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Brakes
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Brake Type
Pwr-Assisted
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Anti-Lock-Braking System
4-Wheel
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Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
12.3 x -TBD-
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Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.8 x -TBD-
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Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)
NA