2009 BMW 328i xDrive
The 2009 BMW 328i xDrive is a sedan. It features 3.0L 6-cyl producing 230 HP (172 kW) and a 6-Speed Automatic transmission. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with 0–60 mph in 6.2s, top speed of 130 mph.
ABOUT THE 2009 BMW 328I XDRIVE
The 2009 BMW 328i xDrive is the all-wheel-drive version of the E90 3 Series saloon, powered by the N52 3.0-litre inline-six with 230 hp and 200 lb-ft (271 Nm). This entry covers the version with the six-speed automatic; a six-speed manual was standard.
New name, new face
2009 brought two notable changes. BMW renamed its all-wheel-drive models from “xi” to “xDrive”, so the former 328xi became the 328i xDrive, and the E90 saloon received its mid-life facelift, with revised lights and bumpers and an updated interior, including a new generation of iDrive on cars with navigation. The xDrive system was also offered on the 3 Series coupe and Sports Wagon.
Living with xDrive
The system varies torque between the axles to suit conditions, which makes the 328i xDrive a practical choice in snowy climates (see how AWD differs from RWD and 4WD). Keep tyres matched in size and tread depth, as mismatched tyres can strain the transfer case.
Buying one today
Owners commonly report leaks from the oil filter housing and valve cover gaskets and failures of the electric water pump. The transfer case is another reported weak point on xDrive cars of this era.
Rivals
Rivals included the new B8 Audi A4 2.0T quattro, Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC, Infiniti G37x and Lexus IS 250 AWD.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | 328i xDrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2009 | Version / Trim | BMW 2009 328i xDrive |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Titanium Silver Metallic, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, Mystic Blue Metallic, Orient Blue Metallic, Chestnut Bronze Metallic, Sparkling Graphite Metallic, Mineral Silver Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,000 cc |
| Power | 230 hp / 172 kW | Torque | 270 Nm / 199 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.2 sec | Top Speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 17 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,565 kg (3,450 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2009 SEDANS
Compared with other 2009 sedans in our database, its 230 hp is 20% less than the average 2009 sedan (286 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds quicker than average.
| 2009 BMW 328i xDrive | Average 2009 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 230 hp | 286 hp (109 cars) | -20% |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm (109 cars) | -25% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 s | 7.0 s (107 cars) | -12% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 138 mph (107 cars) | -6% |
| Kerb weight | 1,565 kg | 1,639 kg (122 cars) | -5% |
| Engine size | 3,000 cc | 3,445 cc (122 cars) | -13% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2009 sedans with similar power to the 2009 BMW 328i xDrive.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 BMW 328i xDrive | 230 hp | 6.2 s | 1,565 kg |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 232 hp | 6.0 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2009 Ford Crown Victoria FFV | 224 hp | — | 1,784 kg |
| 2009 Volvo S40 AWD | 220 hp | 8.0 s | 1,365 kg |
| 2009 Audi A4 | 211 hp | 6.5 s | 1,500 kg |