2018 BMW 320 review
BMW 320 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Smooth ride
- Upscale and spacious interior
- Updated tech
Cons
- Limited available features
- Shortage of small-item storage
- Lacks Android Auto™ capability
Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 34 highway, 27 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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Compact and sporty luxury sedan
If you’re looking for a compact luxury sedan that’s comfortable as well as sporty, with smooth power and sharp handling, check out the 2018 BMW 320. The 320 is available as a rear-wheel-drive (320i) or all-wheel-drive (320i xDrive) sedan to help you tackle all kinds of weather. With a sleek new-for-2018 interior and exterior colors, along with an available Shadow Sport package that features blacked-out trim on the wheels, headlights and taillights, grille, and lower front spoiler, the BMW 320 is an eye-catching sedan that offers solid performance and a taste of luxury.
All BMW 320 years
What is new for the 2018 BMW 320?
- 320 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera as standard equipment this year.
- Blind Spot Monitor and Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.
2018 BMW 320 trims
I:
- 180-hp, 200-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- View our BMW 320 I inventory
XI:
- Includes all features available on the I
- 4WD/AWD
- View our BMW 320 XI inventory
5 reasons to buy the 2018 BMW 320
1. Available manual transmission
Want a small luxury sedan that you can drive like a sports car? Look for a 2018 BMW 320 with an available six-speed manual transmission. The rear-wheel-drive sedan is also available with an eight-speed automatic transmission, but there’s nothing quite like the control you get with a stick shift. It’s a great way to stay fully immersed in the ride as the master of your own driving experience. You’ll be itching to get behind the wheel of the smooth-shifting, sharp-handling BMW 320.
2. Roomy interior
The 2018 BMW 320 may be a compact car on the outside, but once you get inside, you’ll be surprised at how spacious it feels. You’ll get 40.3 inches of headroom in the front seats and 37.7 inches in the back, along with 42 inches of legroom in the front and 35.1 inches in the back—enough for your tallest passengers. The short doors make it easy to get in and out of the vehicle in tight spots, and the seats are not too low and not too high: They’re just right.
3. Entry-level luxury
Looking for a taste of luxury in your next vehicle? The 2018 BMW 320 base model is a great choice, offering a sense of refinement without going over the top. You’ll get a 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen, nine-speaker sound system, Bluetooth® connectivity, push-button start, automatic wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, and LED headlights and fog lights. Look for a model with the available Premium package to get an 8.5-inch touchscreen, a moonroof, heated front seats, and more.
4. Updated infotainment system
If you’re passionate about the latest tech, you’ll appreciate the BMW 320’s freshly updated iDrive 6.0 infotainment system as standard for the 2018 model year. Updates include touchscreen capability, a simplified menu, and crisp graphics. The system is responsive and intuitive, with easy-to-use buttons to control audio and navigation functions. Available features include Apple CarPlay® integration, wireless charging, and an available Wi-Fi hotspot.
5. 11 exterior color options
Want a luxury car that matches your personality? The 2018 BMW 320 offers an array of exterior color options to suit your fancy. You can’t go wrong with tried-and-true tones like Glacier Silver Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, and Black Sapphire Metallic. If you’re looking for a little pizzazz, try Mediterranean Blue Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, or the new-for-2018 Sunset Orange Metallic. Whichever hue you choose, your BMW 320 is sure to turn heads wherever you take it.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
9 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 5 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 3 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the BMW 320 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks BMW 320 25th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a BMW 320 is $572, 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 320 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.3 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 10% for the BMW 320, compared to an average of 13% for Luxury Midsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
BMW 320 features and specs
I 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Apple CarPlay
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
180
Torque (ft-lbs)
200
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.8
Wheelbase
110.6"
Overall length
182.5"
Width
71.3"
Height
56.3"
Leg room
F 42"/R 35.1"
Head room
F 40.3"/R 37.7"
Front tires
P225/50VR17
Rear tires
P225/50VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 BMW 320 FAQ
The 2018 BMW 320 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- I: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- XI: 23 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
The BMW 320 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the BMW 320 as 24 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
The 2018 BMW 320 has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 BMW 320, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 BMW 320 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2018 BMW 320:
- Rear View Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
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