2011 BMW 328i
The 2011 BMW 328i is a sedan. It has a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine producing 230 hp (172 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.2 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2011 BMW 328I
The 2011 BMW 328i saloon is part of the fifth-generation 3 Series (E90), here in its facelifted form. It uses the N52 3.0-litre naturally aspirated inline-six producing 230 hp and 200 lb-ft (about 271 Nm), and drives the rear wheels. This entry covers the version with the six-speed automatic; a six-speed manual was also offered, as was 328i xDrive all-wheel drive.
Final year of the E90 saloon
The E90 saloon was facelifted for the 2009 model year with new lights, a reshaped bonnet and an updated iDrive system. The 2011 model was the last year of the E90 saloon in North America before the F30 replaced it for 2012, and it represents the most developed version of the car. The N52’s naturally aspirated six is one of the reasons this generation is popular with enthusiasts, as the F30 328i moved to a turbocharged four-cylinder.
Driving and practicality
The 328i is known for balanced rear-drive handling and hydraulic power steering, which many drivers prefer to later electric systems. Rear-seat space is adequate rather than generous, and the boot is a useful size for a compact executive saloon. EPA ratings for the automatic are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (roughly 13.1 and 8.4 L/100km).
Buying one today
Known N52 weak points include the electric water pump and thermostat, oil filter housing gasket and valve cover gasket leaks, and lifter tick on some engines. Run-flat tyres were fitted as standard, and many owners switch to conventional tyres for a softer ride.
Rivals
Competitors included the Audi A4 2.0T, Mercedes-Benz C300, Lexus IS 250 and Infiniti G37.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | 328i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2011 | Version / Trim | BMW 2011 328i |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | 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 | 18 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,565 kg (3,450 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2011 SEDANS
Compared with other 2011 sedans in our database, its 230 hp is 19% less than the average 2011 sedan (284 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.6 seconds quicker than average.
| 2011 BMW 328i | Average 2011 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 230 hp | 284 hp (107 cars) | -19% |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 363 Nm (107 cars) | -26% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 s | 6.8 s (106 cars) | -9% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 139 mph (106 cars) | -6% |
| Kerb weight | 1,565 kg | 1,639 kg (121 cars) | -4% |
| Engine size | 3,000 cc | 3,291 cc (121 cars) | -9% |
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 2011 sedans with similar power to the 2011 BMW 328i.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 BMW 328i | 230 hp | 6.2 s | 1,565 kg |
| 2011 Mazda RX-8 | 232 hp | 6.0 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2011 Ford Crown Victoria FFV | 224 hp | — | 1,784 kg |
| 2011 Volvo C70 FWD | 236 hp | 7.5 s | 1,560 kg |
| 2011 Audi A4 | 211 hp | 6.5 s | 1,500 kg |