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Sub-Compact

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Gas V8

4.0/244

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420 @ -TBD-

295 @ 3900

Rear Wheel Drive

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6

Manual

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4.06

2.40

1.58

1.19

1.00

0.83

3.68

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3.85

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3704 lbs

3781 lbs

Double Pivot

5-Link

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Pwr-Assisted

4-Wheel

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Yes

14.2 x -TBD- in

13.8 x -TBD- in

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18 x 8.5 in

18 x 9.5 in

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Alloy

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P245/40R18

P265/40R18

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20 MPG

232.40 mi

215.80 mi

14 MPG

13 MPG

16 MPG

332.00 mi

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16.6 gal

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3

Pwr Rack & Pinion

12.5

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4

89.0 ft³

84.0 ft³

38.4 in

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57.4 in

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36.8 in

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55.2 in

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108.7 in

181.8 in

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71.5 in

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55.6 in

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60.5 in

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60.5 in

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180

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6-speed manual transmission.

4.0L DOHC 32-valve V8 engine w/double-VANOS variable valve timing.

Engine start/stop button w/galvanic pearl-gloss trim.

Electronic throttle control w/M Dynamic Driving Control.

Distributorless electronic ignition system.

Aluminum & silicon alloy crank case.

Rear wheel drive.

Electronically controlled engine cooling.

Aluminum double-pivot strut-type front suspension.

5-link rear suspension w/coil springs.

Wider track aluminum trailing-link rear suspension assembly.

M calibration suspension -inc: stiffened dampers/springs, front/rear stabilizer & modified rear axle.

Gas-pressurized front struts & rear shock absorbers.

Front/rear stabilizer bars.

Hydraulic rack & pinion pwr steering w/Servotronic.

4-wheel ventilated swing-caliper disc brakes w/BMW M vacuum assist.

(4) polished stainless-steel exhaust tips.

Tool kit

Front 18" x 8.5" & rear 18" x 9.5" forged aluminum wheels.

Front P245/40ZR18 & rear P265/40ZR18 performance tires.

Large front air intake scoops.

Carbon fiber roof.

Front/rear body-colored bumper w/hydraulic energy absorbers & front compressible elements.

Rear lip spoiler.

M rear spoiler w/diffuser.

Flared front/rear fenders.

Flared wheel arches.

Front side air intake "gills".

Front fender vent "gills".

Aluminum hood w/pwr dome.

Chrome grille w/vertical slats.

Xenon adaptive automatic headlights -inc: auto-leveling, cornering lights.

Clear turn signal lens.

Adaptive brakelights.

Dual M-design pwr heated mirrors -inc: mirror memory, reverse passenger auto-tilt-down.

Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer jets.

Exterior door handles w/ground lighting.

Heated door locks.

Digital Motor Electronics w/on-board diagnostics

Front 18" x 8.5" & rear 18" x 9.5" forged aluminum wheels.

Front P245/40ZR18 & rear P265/40ZR18 performance tires.

Large front air intake scoops.

Carbon fiber roof.

Fully automatic pwr retracting hard top.

Front/rear body-colored bumper w/hydraulic energy absorbers & front compressible elements.

Rear lip spoiler.

M rear spoiler w/diffuser.

Flared front/rear fenders.

Flared wheel arches.

Front side air intake "gills".

Front fender vent "gills".

Aluminum hood w/pwr dome.

Chrome grille w/vertical slats.

Xenon adaptive automatic headlights -inc: auto-leveling, cornering lights.

Clear turn signal lens.

Adaptive brakelights.

Dual M-design pwr heated mirrors -inc: mirror memory, reverse passenger auto-tilt-down.

Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer jets.

Exterior door handles w/ground lighting.

Heated door locks.

Digital Motor Electronics w/on-board diagnostics

Shadowline trim.

AM/FM stereo system -inc: CD player, (10) speakers, radio data system (RDS), auto-store, MP3 capability.

3-channel FM diversity antenna.

Satellite radio prep

AM/FM stereo system -inc: CD player, (10) speakers, radio data system (RDS), auto-store, MP3 capability.

3-channel FM diversity antenna.

Satellite radio prep

Pwr cloth & leather front bucket seats -inc: adjustable seat width & thigh support, seat memory, easy-entry feature, adjustable lumbar support.

Folding rear seat head restraints.

Fold down rear seats.

Console valet & cup holders.

Front center console -inc: climate-controlled storage, integrated cupholder.

Adjustable front armrest.

M3 badged door sills.

M 3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/audio controls, accessory phone controls, M-color stitching.

Electric analog instrumentation -inc: speedometer, tachometer, galvanic pearl-gloss trim.

LCD main & trip odometers.

On-board computer -inc: check control vehicle monitoring system w/pictogram display.

External temp display.

M-design instrument cluster w/aluminum finish-ringed dials, gray backgrounds w/red needles.

Instruments -inc: oil temp gauge, variable warning segment on tachometer.

Remote keyless entry.

Pwr windows.

Central locking system -inc: selective unlock.

Dynamic cruise control.

Automatic tri-zone climate control -inc: auto air recirculation, mist control, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation.

Rear window defroster.

Locking glove box w/rechargeable take-out flashlight, spare key holder.

Auxiliary pwr outlet.

Opening front door storage pockets -inc: sunglasses compartment, coin holder.

Pearl-gloss galvanic door handle trim.

Titanium shadow trim.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Anthracite headliner.

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors.

BMW ambiance lighting.

Courtesy lights -inc: fade in/out feature, front footwells, dual front/rear reading lights.

Front seatback storage compartments.

Fully finished trunk.

Cargo area -inc: underfloor storage, bin w/CD storage, (4) tie-downs

Pwr leather front bucket seats w/adjustable seat width & thigh support, 3-position driver seat memory & easy-entry feature, adjustable lumbar support.

Console valet & cup holders.

Front center console -inc: climate-controlled storage, integrated cupholder.

Adjustable front armrest.

M3 badged door sills.

M 3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/audio controls, accessory phone controls, M-color stitching.

Electric analog instrumentation -inc: speedometer, tachometer, galvanic pearl-gloss trim.

LCD main & trip odometers.

On-board computer -inc: check control vehicle monitoring system w/pictogram display.

External temp display.

M-design instrument cluster w/aluminum finish-ringed dials, gray backgrounds w/red needles.

Instruments -inc: oil temp gauge, variable warning segment on tachometer.

Remote keyless entry.

Pwr windows.

Central locking system -inc: selective unlock.

Dynamic cruise control.

Automatic tri-zone climate control -inc: auto air recirculation, mist control, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation.

Rear window defroster.

Locking glove box w/rechargeable take-out flashlight, spare key holder.

Auxiliary pwr outlet.

Pearl-gloss galvanic door handle trim.

Titanium shadow trim.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors.

BMW ambiance lighting.

Courtesy lights -inc: fade in/out feature, front footwells, dual front/rear reading lights.

Front seatback storage compartments.

Fully finished trunk.

Cargo area -inc: underfloor storage, bin w/CD storage, (4) tie-downs

Pwr trunk release.

High-performance tuned anti-lock braking system w/Dynamic Brake Control.

Traction control w/Dynamic Stability Control/M Variable Differential Lock.

Battery safety terminal (BST).

Interlocking door anchoring system.

Daytime running lights.

Dual front 2-stage airbags w/occupant sensor & indicator light.

Front side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side curtain head protection system.

Advanced crash safety management.

Crash sensor -inc: doors unlock, hazard lights on, interior lighting on.

All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR).

LATCH attachments for rear seats.

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr trunk release.

High-performance tuned anti-lock braking system w/Dynamic Brake Control.

Traction control w/Dynamic Stability Control/M Variable Differential Lock.

Battery safety terminal (BST).

Interlocking door anchoring system.

Daytime running lights.

Dual front 2-stage airbags w/occupant sensor & indicator light.

Front side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side curtain head protection system.

TeleService activation.

Advanced crash safety management.

Crash sensor -inc: doors unlock, hazard lights on, interior lighting on.

All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR).

LATCH attachments for rear seats.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Rollover protection system

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Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Basic Note:
4 years/50,000 Maintenance Program.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
12.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Maintenance Years:
4.

Maintenance Miles/km:
50,000

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V595000.

Mfg's Report Date:
OCT 30, 2008.

Component:
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2500.

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING 2,500 MY 2008-2009 M3 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH AN OPTIONAL DOUBLE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM INVOLVES THE DOUBLE CLUTCH GEARBOX. IN A SITUATION OF RAPID VEHICLE DECELERATION, THE TRANSMISSION SOFTWARE MAY PERFORM A MULTISTAGE DOWNSHIFT..

Consequence:
IN THAT SITUATION, AT LOW VEHICLE SPEEDS, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE ENGINE TO STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V071000.

Mfg's Report Date:
FEB 05, 2016.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
840,000.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture..

Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be mailed an interim notification beginning March 31, 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.