328i Convertible

2011 328i Convertible - With the top down, it won't be the wind taking your breath away.
With the top down, it won't be the wind taking your breath away.
Starting at $45,000 MSRP
3.0-liter, inline 6-cylinder engine
230 horsepower
Rear-wheel drive
27 mpg hwy*
*EPA-estimated figures only.
Your actual mileage will vary.

Standard Features
Performance and efficiency
3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 230-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timingElectronic throttle control
6-speed manual transmission
Handling, ride and braking
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)Extensive aluminum componentry, including front suspension components (forged-aluminum lower arms, steering knuckle); subframe; steering rack; and brake components
Double-pivot type front and five-link rear suspensionFront and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
Engine-speed-sensitive, variable-assist power steering
Exterior
V Spoke (Style 338) 17 x 8.0 light alloy wheels, 225/45 run-flat1 all-season tires2Tire Pressure Monitor
Power-folding retractable hardtop with integrated window defrosterXenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings
Halogen free-form front foglightsHeated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
Chrome-plated exhaust tips
Interior seating and trim
10-way power front seats with 2-way manual headrests and driver memory with 2 presets for seat and exterior mirror positionsLeatherette upholstery
Dark Burl Walnut Wood trimSeatback easy-entry feature
Split fold-down rear seats with convenience hooks
Audio system
Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)Auxiliary audio input for portable music players located in the center armrest
HD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception
Comfort and convenience
Engine Start/Stop buttonAutomatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, maximum air conditioning, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
Door storage pocketsFront-seat center armrest with storage compartment
Front cupholdersRear seat with fold-down center armrest with dual cupholders, and storage bin with retractable cover
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel columnPower front windows with "one-touch" up/down operation
Dynamic Cruise ControlBMW Ambiance lighting
Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch-on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrorsGround lighting located in bottom of exterior door handles
Automatic safety-belt assistantLocking glovebox
Electric interior trunk releaseRain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control
Instrumentation and controls
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel with audio and hands-free phone controls
On-board computer with Check Control provides feedback on the vehicle's operating status: oil level indicator and distance to next service appointment/oil change, as well as other detailed information, such as spark plug and micro-filter status. It also provides travel information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature and more
Safety and security
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Adaptive Brake Lights
BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety featuresFront and rear Head Protection System (HPS)
Rollover Protection SystemDynamic Brake Lights
Automatic safety-belt pretensioners at front seating positionsDriver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment
Seat-mounted front side-impact airbagsFront passenger seat-occupation recognition with Passenger's Airbag Off indicator
Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impactsCentral locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking
Coded Driveaway ProtectionLATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation
Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lightsProgrammable Daytime Running Lights
BMW Services
BMW Ultimate Service™ (for complete details on BMW Ultimate Service, visit bmwusa.com/ultimateservice)
  • 1 Run-flat tires do not come equipped with a spare tire and wheel.
  • 2 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.