In the words of one of my favourite writers, parting is such sweet sorrow. It was
pretty tough to take the 3-series back. Why? Because I had become emotionally involved for all the right reasons. I try not to mix business with pleasure, but I can't help who I'm attracted to. That said, with the joy comes the pain. It wasn't just another luxury car that came in and out of my life, but rather, it was an abnormally good luxury sport sedan that, for a week, changed the way I lived my life and forever the way I judge the cars I drive through it day in and day out. It will be sorely missed, although I know we'll meet again some day, perhaps in the form of a more mature and muscular M3?
Specifications (330i):
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| Yeah, I could live with this car on a long-term basis. (Photo: Alexandra Straub, Canadian Auto Press) |
Specifications (330i):
- Price Range (MSRP): $47,900 - $64,035
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, RWD (optional AWD)
- Engine: 255-hp, 220 lb-ft of torque, 3.0L, 24-valve, DOHC I-6
- Transmission: 6-spd manual gearbox (optional 6-spd auto with manual-mode)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (estimated): 1,550 kg (3,417 lbs)
- Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 6.3 seconds
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 11.4/ 7.1 L/100km
- Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Acura TL, Audi A4, Cadillac CTS, Chrysler 300C, Infiniti G35, Jaguar X-Type, Lexus IS 350, Mercedes C350, Saab 9-3, Volvo S60
- Web Site: www.bmw.ca
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