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2008 BMW 1-Series

2008 BMW 3-Series
  2008 BMW 1-Series 128i 2008 BMW 3-Series 2dr Cpe RWD Blue
MSRP
$28,600
$32,700
Invoice $26,310 $30,085
MPG
City/Highway		 17/28 14/30
Rating 8 8.6
Bottomline The 2008 BMW 1-Series makes a true Bimmer available for under $30,000 (but just barely). The 2008 BMW 3-Series sedan has the best overall driving experience in its class and remains the gold standard among mid-size sport sedans.
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Dislikes

Likes:

  • Acceleration of twin-turbo engine
  • Driver-oriented attitude
  • Rear-wheel-drive handling
  • Steering feel
  • Availability of convertible

Dislikes:

  • Styling not as pure as 3-Series
  • Sized too close to 3-Series
  • Weight too close to 3-Series
  • Optional iDrive interface
  • Expensive

Likes:

  • Responsive, smooth, and refined
  • Firm but absorbent ride
  • Nice, supportive front seats

Dislikes:

  • Controls not as straightforward as they could be
  • Wide center console and narrow footwells
  • Backseat space is still too tight for most
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