Still, our favorite remains the 328i because of its unbeatable mix of power, fuel economy and value. The high fuel economy numbers of the diesel make the potent but pricey ActiveHybrid 3 sedan a dubious pick. But every other 2015 BMW 3 Series sedan and wagon is worth serious consideration.

The 328i features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, with 240 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque. The 328id has a turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine, with 180 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque.

turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine The base 2015 BMW 320i has a 180-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the 328i comes with a 240-horespower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. BMW 335i models have a 300-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine.

What does BMW 328i stand for? Traditionally, it meant 3-series, 2.8 liter engine, “i” for “fuel injected.” In recent years, BMW has moved away from literal naming like that - the 335i is not a 3.5 liter engine, but rather a 3.0 liter engine with a turbocharger.

Depreciation: Like most luxury vehicles, BMWs experience significant depreciation in their early years. This means that the value of a new BMW 328i can depreciate quickly, leading to more affordable prices on the used market.

There are plenty of reasons to love the BMW 328i - its powerful engine, good fuel economy, and innovative features. It also has good resale value. According to CarEdge.com, cars belonging to the BMW 3 series depreciate 53% after five years.

328i: BMW's mighty inline 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo.

Engine and Performance: The primary difference lies in their engines. The BMW 328i typically comes with a more powerful engine compared to the BMW 320i. In the past, the 328i often featured a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine, while the 320i had a slightly less powerful version of the same engine.

BMW E90 328i Comes With A Creamy Smooth Inline-Six This 3.0-liter inline-six naturally aspirated engine debuted with the E90 generation of the 3 Series. The base 328i makes 230 horsepower and 200 pound-feet of torque, and this setup was mated to either a six-speed manual or an optional six-speed automatic.

In the pantheon of iconic BMW 3 Series models, the 328i is almost as famous as the legendary M3, as it came to represent the biggest six-cylinder engine option within the regular (non M-car) sports-sedan (and coupe and convertible) range in the model's mid-'90s heyday.