BMW has created many special luxury vehicles, but few were quite as loved as the 2011 335i. This sedan paired classic luxury with sports cars power and speed to make something all its own.
released one of the most beautiful sedans to ever grace a highway.
We are, of course, talking about the 2011 335i. While the "Bavarian Engine Works Company" has released a lot of beautiful cars over its long history, the 2011 335i holds a special place in our hearts.
Legacy of the 3 Series
The BMW 3 Series first debuted in 1975. In its inaugural year, it was only available as a 2-door coupe. This wouldn't matter for American drivers, as the car wouldn't be exported to the USA until 1980.
During its first decade in America, the BMW 3 Series would mostly be an oddity that didn't receive much attention. That changed in 1990 with the third generation of the 3 Series. At this time, the E36 was available as a coupe, convertible, wagon, and hatchback.
Its real selling point was a multi-link rear suspension that was revolutionary for its time. In 1990, the E36 was placed on Car and Driver's 10Best list. It would remain there throughout the life of its production.
In 2006, the 3 series would enter a new era. BMW decided it was time to debut the 335i, the first 3 series to have a turbocharged engine. It rightfully earned the reputation of being a sports sedan.
The 2011 BMW 335i was the debut year for the sixth generation of the 3 Series. Staying true to its legacy, the new generation continued to balance performance with practicality, according to
. A new N55 single turbo 3.0-liter engine came with the new 355i.
The new engine was given direct fuel injection, which gives it a superior gas economy to its predecessor. While the engine power was comparable to the old generation (300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque), drivers could expect to pay less at the pump.
The 2011 BMW 335i is rated at 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway
While BMWs have a reputation for being sporty and classy, they have another less desirable reputation: not having longevity. BMW engineers were aware of this, and made major changes to stay competitive with Asian cars that are known to have a long lifespan.
The 2011 BMW 335i has been on the road long enough to safely say that it is a reliable vehicle. If it was well maintained during its lifetime, it is reasonable to expect a 2011 BMW 335i engine to keep functioning until about 200,000-250,000 miles. There are some drivers who have even pushed it 300,000 miles, but those may be outlier examples.
The key to longevity for a 2011 BMW 335i is highly dependent on how well it was maintained. If you're in the market for buying a used one, we recommend asking for proof of oil changes, air filter replacements, and fluid checks.
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