2024 BMW 330i: Driving Dynamics That Justify the Badge
The latest 3 Series proves BMW still knows how to build a driver's car. We took it to the track to find out how far.
Overall Score
Out of 10
The Driver's Car Par Excellence
If there's one model that defines BMW's identity, it's the 3 Series. The 2024 330i arrives with its promise intact: to be the best driver's car in its segment. After 3,000 kilometers in city, highway, and a session at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, we can confirm the promise holds.
Design and Ergonomics
The new 3 Series interior adopts the iDrive 8 system with a 14.9-inch curved screen. The cockpit is clearly driver-oriented, with all essential controls within reach without hunting through menus. The driver's seat adjusts to find the perfect position in under a minute.
Engine and Transmission
The B48 2.0-liter turbo delivers 255 hp and 400 Nm from 1,550 rpm. The ZF 8-speed automatic is the best in class: fast in auto, precise in manual. The variable-ratio steering is communicative without being nervous.
On Track
The 330i truly delivers on circuit. Chassis balance is exceptional, M Dynamic Mode stability control allows some controlled slide, and the brakes resist multiple laps without fade. The 50:50 weight distribution is perceptible in every corner.
Pros
- Dinámica de conducción de primer nivel, la mejor en su segmento
- Motor BMW B48 refinado y con excelente respuesta a cualquier régimen
- Sistema iDrive 8 intuitivo y responsive
Cons
- Precio con opciones puede superar fácilmente los $800,000 MXN
- Suspensión M Sport puede resultar incómoda en calles urbanas deterioradas
- Consumo real en ciudad puede decepcionar respecto a cifras de fábrica
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