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2016 BMW 335 review

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BMW 335 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Practical hatchback body style
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Plenty of rear legroom

Cons

  • Limited rear headroom
  • Lacks handling precision
  • Unusual styling

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 30 highway, 23 combined

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Practical and versatile luxury hatchback

The 2016 BMW 335i xDrive Gran Turismo is a luxurious yet practical four-door hatchback that seats five. This small luxury car offers the best of all worlds—wagon-like cargo capacity, SUV-like elevated seats, standard all-wheel drive, and sedan-like handling. With its smooth and quiet ride, along with strong turbocharged acceleration, the BMW 335 is a capable companion for everything, from daily drives to road trips with your crew. If you’re looking for the middle ground among luxury, versatility, and sportiness, the BMW 335 delivers.

All BMW 335 years

What is new for the 2016 BMW 335?

  • The I and XI trims have been discontinued for 2016.
  • 335 trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof, Rear Sunshade, Harman Kardon Sound, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment this year.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 BMW 335

1. Versatile hatchback 

The 2016 BMW 335 is a small luxury hatchback that makes cargo-carrying a cinch. When your hands are full, just use the foot sensor under the bumper to open and close the high-opening liftgate. You’ll get 18.4 cu-ft of space behind the back seat, which opens up to 56.5 cu-ft with the versatile 40/20/40 split rear seats folded flat. Whether you’re using the five-seater to haul passengers, packages, or both, you can configure the BMW 335 to meet the needs of the moment. 

2. Spacious seating 

You might not expect elevated front seats in a small luxury hatchback, but the 2016 BMW 335 is full of surprises. The high-mounted sports front seats offer a commanding view of the road, enhancing your confidence behind the wheel. Plus, the front seats feature 10-way power adjustability (including lumbar adjustments), driver memory functions, and power-adjustable side bolsters, ensuring optimum comfort. And there’s something for your back-seat passengers, too. With the BMW 335’s stretched wheelbase, they’ll get an impressive 39.2 inches of legroom to kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride.  

3. Powerful performance 

The 2016 BMW 335 has a turbocharged 3.0L inline six-cylinder engine that makes 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque—plenty of oomph to power your daily drive and even throw in additional thrills. The powerful engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission that offers quick yet smooth shifting. You’ll love the punchy acceleration of the BMW 335, which can make the zero-to-60-mph sprint in just 5.1 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new). This luxury car even comes standard with all-wheel drive for optimal traction in all seasons. What’s not to love? 

4. Appealing tech features 

If you want to stay connected on the road, the 2016 BMW 335 is a good choice. Standard tech features include Bluetooth® connectivity, a 6.5-inch iDrive display, satellite radio, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system. Want even more? Look for a model with the available Technology package, which includes a higher-resolution 8.8-inch display and a touchpad controller, a navigation system, voice controls, and a head-up display. It also includes BMW Apps integration, allowing you to stream your favorite audio from your smartphone. 

5. Premium cabin 

When you get into the 2016 BMW 335, you’ll know you’ve stepped into a luxury vehicle. The dashboard looks upscale and refined, featuring wood trim and high-end materials. Classic analog gauges have a timeless appeal, and the panoramic sunroof lets you choose how much of the outside world you want to let in. Premium SensaTec upholstery is standard in colors like Black or Venetian Beige, but you can look for a model with Dakota leather upholstery in colors like Coral Red or Saddle Brown. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

2
Average

RepairPal gave the BMW 335 an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks BMW 335 65th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a BMW 335 is $686, compared to an average of $617 for Luxury Midsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

According to RepairPal, BMW 335 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 3.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.4 times for Luxury Midsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 18% for the BMW 335, compared to an average of 13% for Luxury Midsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

BMW 335 features and specs

XI Gran Turismo 4WD/AWD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Head Up Display
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

300

Torque (ft-lbs)

300

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

15.8

Wheelbase

115"

Overall length

190"

Width

72"

Height

59.4"

Leg room

F 42"/R 39.2"

Head room

F 41.3"/R 38.3"

Front tires

P225/45VR18

Rear tires

P225/45VR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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