2008 BMW 3 Series
The 2008 BMW 3 Series is listed in 24 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 3.0 L 6-cyl and 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 22 MPG (best: 10.7 L/100 km).
Model year2008
Versions24
ClassCompact Cars, Small Station Wagons, Subcompact Cars
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 19 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328ci | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328ci Convertible | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328ci Convertible | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 27 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328cxi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328cxi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 19 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Compact Cars |
| 328i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Compact Cars |
| 328i Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Small Station Wagons |
| 328i Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 27 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Small Station Wagons |
| 328xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 328xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 328xi Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Small Station Wagons |
| 328xi Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Small Station Wagons |
| 335ci | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335ci | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335ci Convertible | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335ci Convertible | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335cxi | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335cxi | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 16 / 25 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Subcompact Cars |
| 335i | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 335i | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 335xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 335xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 16 / 25 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Compact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2008 BMW 3 Series.