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BMW Reliability for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the BMW.

Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 5 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

Year Make/Model Repair Trips Per 100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year    
2013 BMW 1-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  18 1-Series, 9.4 months of data per 1-Series, average 33600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 BMW 1-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 1-Series, 9.5 months of data per 1-Series, average 59600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2009 BMW 1-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  17 1-Series, 11.1 months of data per 1-Series, average 69400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW 1-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 1-Series, 10.5 months of data per 1-Series, average 70600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2018 BMW 2-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 2-Seriess, 5.8 months of data per 2-Series, average 2800 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 BMW 2-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  18 2-Seriess, 11.2 months of data per 2-Series, average 7600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2016 BMW 2-Series 16
22.108843537415% 22.108843537415% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 2-Seriess, 9.2 months of data per 2-Series, average 16900 miles
2015 BMW 2-Series 33
45.918367346939% 45.918367346939% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  33 2-Seriess, 9.8 months of data per 2-Series, average 24400 miles

Includes 2014s (late intro).
2014 BMW 2-Series 33
41.428571428571% 41.428571428571% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  33 2-Seriess, 9.8 months of data per 2-Series, average 24400 miles

New design, spring introduction. Combined with the 2015.
2018 BMW 3-Series / M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 3-Series / M3s, 5.8 months of data per 3-Series / M3, average 3500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 BMW 3-Series / M3 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  28 3-Series / M3s, 9.5 months of data per 3-Series / M3, average 8400 miles
2016 BMW 3-Series / M3 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 3-Series / M3s, 10.0 months of data per 3-Series / M3, average 18900 miles

Refresh. Most of the reported repairs are minor creaks and rattles, plus some minor electrical problems.
2015 BMW 3-Series / M3 23
25.510204081633% 25.510204081633% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  85 3-Series / M3s, 8.7 months of data per 3-Series / M3, average 28200 miles

Includes 4-Series.
2014 BMW 3-Series 45
64.285714285714% 64.285714285714% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  96 3-Series, 9.2 months of data per 3-Series, average 43800 miles

Includes 4-Series.
2013 BMW 3-Series 2dr   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 3-Series 2drs, 9.5 months of data per 3-Series 2dr, average 35600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2013 BMW 3-Series 4dr 34
45.566502463054% 45.566502463054% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  51 3-Series 4drs, 9.1 months of data per 3-Series 4dr, average 58400 miles
2012 BMW 3-Series 2dr and wagon   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 3-Series 2dr and wagons, 10.1 months of data per 3-Series 2dr and wagon, average 56200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 BMW 3-Series sedan 48
52.702702702703% 52.702702702703% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 3-Series sedans, 9.9 months of data per 3-Series sedan, average 60900 miles

First year for F30 3-Series sedan.
2011 BMW 328 53
44.409937888199% 44.409937888199% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  82 328s, 10.2 months of data per 328, average 68000 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3. Common problem with the water pump in the 335i.
2011 BMW 335   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 335s, 10.6 months of data per 335, average 70000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 BMW M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 M3s, 11.8 months of data per M3, average 57400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2010 BMW 328   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 328s, 11.3 months of data per 328, average 72300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2009 BMW 328 61
52.73556231003% 52.73556231003% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 328s, 8.8 months of data per 328, average 82800 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.
2009 BMW 335   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 335s, 9.2 months of data per 335, average 73500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW 328   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 328s, 9.2 months of data per 328, average 101900 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW 335 94
81.868131868132% 81.868131868132% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  27 335s, 8.6 months of data per 335, average 91900 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3. Non-M repair frequency spiking, possibly because CPO warranty ending.
2008 BMW M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 M3s, 10.2 months of data per M3, average 59000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 BMW 328 81
53.225806451613% 53.225806451613% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  37 328s, 9.6 months of data per 328, average 98600 miles
2007 BMW 335 72
44.930875576037% 44.930875576037% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  30 335s, 10.0 months of data per 335, average 96300 miles
2006 BMW 3-Series 2dr   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 3-Series 2drs, 9.3 months of data per 3-Series 2dr, average 91100 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 BMW 3-Series 4dr 112
85.238095238095% 85.238095238095% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  44 3-Series 4drs, 9.2 months of data per 3-Series 4dr, average 118000 miles

First year for the E90 4-door.
2005 BMW 3-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 3-Series, 11.5 months of data per 3-Series, average 102600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2005 BMW M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 M3s, 11.0 months of data per M3, average 89800 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2004 BMW 3-Series 129
88.592750533049% 88.592750533049% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  46 3-Series, 8.7 months of data per 3-Series, average 139900 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.
2004 BMW M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 M3s, 10.8 months of data per M3, average 110000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 BMW 3-Series 89
54.477611940299% 54.477611940299% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  30 3-Series, 9.0 months of data per 3-Series, average 140800 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.
2002 BMW 3-Series 48
19.509594882729% 19.509594882729% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  30 3-Series, 10.8 months of data per 3-Series, average 142700 miles

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.
2001 BMW 3-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 3-Series, 9.7 months of data per 3-Series, average 149800 miles

* Small sample, members only.
1998 BMW 3-Series / M3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 3-Series / M3s, 11.2 months of data per 3-Series / M3, average 133200 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 3-Series Gran Turismos, 5.8 months of data per 3-Series Gran Turismo, average 3500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  28 3-Series Gran Turismos, 9.5 months of data per 3-Series Gran Turismo, average 8400 miles
2016 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 3-Series Gran Turismos, 10.0 months of data per 3-Series Gran Turismo, average 18900 miles
2015 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 23
25.510204081633% 25.510204081633% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  85 3-Series Gran Turismos, 8.7 months of data per 3-Series Gran Turismo, average 28200 miles
2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo 45
64.285714285714% 64.285714285714% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  96 3-Series Gran Turismos, 9.2 months of data per 3-Series Gran Turismo, average 43800 miles
2018 BMW 4-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 4-Series, 5.8 months of data per 4-Series, average 3500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 BMW 4-Series 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  28 4-Series, 9.5 months of data per 4-Series, average 8400 miles
2016 BMW 4-Series 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 4-Series, 10.0 months of data per 4-Series, average 18900 miles

Most of the cars in the sample are the related 3-Series, which has had finish and trim problems following an update.
2015 BMW 4-Series 23
25.510204081633% 25.510204081633% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  85 4-Series, 8.7 months of data per 4-Series, average 28200 miles

Most of the cars in the sample are the related 3-Series.
2014 BMW 4-Series 45
64.285714285714% 64.285714285714% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  96 4-Series, 9.2 months of data per 4-Series, average 43800 miles

Most of the cars in the sample are the related 3-Series.
2018 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 4-Series Gran Coupes, 5.8 months of data per 4-Series Gran Coupe, average 3500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  28 4-Series Gran Coupes, 9.5 months of data per 4-Series Gran Coupe, average 8400 miles
2016 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 4-Series Gran Coupes, 10.0 months of data per 4-Series Gran Coupe, average 18900 miles
2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe 23
25.510204081633% 25.510204081633% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  85 4-Series Gran Coupes, 8.7 months of data per 4-Series Gran Coupe, average 28200 miles

Most of the cars in the sample are the related 3-Series.
2014 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe 45
64.285714285714% 64.285714285714% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  96 4-Series Gran Coupes, 9.2 months of data per 4-Series Gran Coupe, average 43800 miles
2015 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 5-Series, 8.5 months of data per 5-Series, average 34100 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2014 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 5-Series, 8.9 months of data per 5-Series, average 37300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2013 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 5-Series, 9.8 months of data per 5-Series, average 49100 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 5-Series, 9.3 months of data per 5-Series, average 61700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 BMW 5-Series 81
79.192546583851% 79.192546583851% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  32 5-Series, 10.2 months of data per 5-Series, average 66700 miles

First year for F10 5-Series.
2010 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  22 5-Series, 9.5 months of data per 5-Series, average 95200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW 528 / 550 / M5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 528 / 550 / M5s, 9.0 months of data per 528 / 550 / M5, average 109100 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW 535   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 535s, 7.9 months of data per 535, average 115200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2007 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  21 5-Series, 9.3 months of data per 5-Series, average 122900 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 BMW 5-Series 59
34.761904761905% 34.761904761905% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  27 5-Series, 9.9 months of data per 5-Series, average 118900 miles
2004 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 5-Series, 9.0 months of data per 5-Series, average 129600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 5-Series, 9.9 months of data per 5-Series, average 131200 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2002 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 5-Series, 9.8 months of data per 5-Series, average 128200 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2001 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 5-Series, 9.5 months of data per 5-Series, average 142700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2000 BMW 5-Series   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 5-Series, 10.1 months of data per 5-Series, average 168700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2015 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 5-Series Gran Turismos, 8.5 months of data per 5-Series Gran Turismo, average 34100 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2014 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 5-Series Gran Turismos, 8.9 months of data per 5-Series Gran Turismo, average 37300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2013 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 5-Series Gran Turismos, 9.8 months of data per 5-Series Gran Turismo, average 49100 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 5-Series Gran Turismos, 9.3 months of data per 5-Series Gran Turismo, average 61700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 81
79.192546583851% 79.192546583851% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  32 5-Series Gran Turismos, 10.2 months of data per 5-Series Gran Turismo, average 66700 miles
2015 BMW i3 47
74.489795918367% 74.489795918367% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  68 i3s, 7.9 months of data per i3, average 23600 miles

Includes 2014s (late intro). Common problem with the charging module earlier. Most problems continue to be powertrain-related.
2014 BMW i3 47
68.095238095238% 68.095238095238% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  68 i3s, 7.9 months of data per i3, average 23600 miles

New design, spring introduction. Combined with the 2015.
2015 BMW X1   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 X1s, 10.7 months of data per X1, average 26400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2014 BMW X1 40
54.761904761905% 54.761904761905% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X1s, 10.8 months of data per X1, average 48400 miles
2013 BMW X1   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  22 X1s, 10.4 months of data per X1, average 48500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2018 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X3s, 4.0 months of data per X3, average 4200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2017 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X3s, 10.9 months of data per X3, average 14600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2016 BMW X3 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X3s, 11.3 months of data per X3, average 19800 miles
2015 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X3s, 8.8 months of data per X3, average 32700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2014 BMW X3 60
92.857142857143% 92.857142857143% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  28 X3s, 9.3 months of data per X3, average 49600 miles

X3 refreshed for this model year. Includes new X4.
2013 BMW X3 70
100% 100% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X3s, 9.6 months of data per X3, average 56500 miles
2012 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 X3s, 10.7 months of data per X3, average 64400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2011 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  22 X3s, 9.7 months of data per X3, average 71200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 X3s, 8.7 months of data per X3, average 80300 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 BMW X3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 X3s, 9.5 months of data per X3, average 111600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 BMW X4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X4s, 4.0 months of data per X4, average 4200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2017 BMW X4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X4s, 10.9 months of data per X4, average 14600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2016 BMW X4 26
49.319727891156% 49.319727891156% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X4s, 11.3 months of data per X4, average 19800 miles

Most of the vehicles in the sample are the closely related X3.
2015 BMW X4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 X4s, 8.8 months of data per X4, average 32700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2015 BMW X5 18
15.30612244898% 15.30612244898% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X5s, 8.2 months of data per X5, average 35300 miles
2014 BMW X5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 X5s, 9.4 months of data per X5, average 42400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2013 BMW X5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 X5s, 10.8 months of data per X5, average 50400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 BMW X5 74
92.857142857143% 92.857142857143% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  27 X5s, 9.6 months of data per X5, average 65300 miles

Most of the reported engine repairs involve the diesel.
2011 BMW X5 74
70.496894409938% 70.496894409938% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X5s, 10.3 months of data per X5, average 86200 miles

Refreshed for this model year. Most of the reported engine repairs involve the diesel, which has a higher repair frequency.
2010 BMW X5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 X5s, 9.7 months of data per X5, average 121400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2008 BMW X5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 X5s, 6.8 months of data per X5, average 95000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2015 BMW X6 18
15.30612244898% 15.30612244898% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X6s, 8.2 months of data per X6, average 35300 miles
2014 BMW X6   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 X6s, 9.4 months of data per X6, average 42400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2013 BMW X6   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 X6s, 10.8 months of data per X6, average 50400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 BMW X6 74
92.857142857143% 92.857142857143% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  27 X6s, 9.6 months of data per X6, average 65300 miles

Mostly X5s in combined sample.
2011 BMW X6 74
70.496894409938% 70.496894409938% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 X6s, 10.3 months of data per X6, average 86200 miles

Mostly X5s in combined sample.
2001 BMW Z3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 Z3s, 11.2 months of data per Z3, average 93500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2000 BMW Z3   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Z3s, 11.3 months of data per Z3, average 73900 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 BMW Z4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  17 Z4s, 10.9 months of data per Z4, average 65700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 BMW Z4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 Z4s, 10.7 months of data per Z4, average 54800 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2005 BMW Z4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Z4s, 11.0 months of data per Z4, average 80900 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2004 BMW Z4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 Z4s, 11.4 months of data per Z4, average 91300 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 BMW Z4   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  24 Z4s, 9.6 months of data per Z4, average 84500 miles

* Small sample, members only.

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BMW Reliability

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These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track BMW reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the BMW was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the BMW has been recently.

What People Are Saying about Reliability and the BMW

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability and Durability of the BMW

BMW Reliability and Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 I traded in a 2005 BMW with 92,000 miles on it, if the realiability of the old one is any indication to the experience I hope to have with the 2012, then I have little to nothing to worry about. see full BMW review
2009 0 My car has been very reliable. I got a cerfited pre owned so all things a free at dealer. If you are buying one, then get a cpo one. well worth it. see full BMW review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 308hp 3.0L I6 Diesel
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I have had no reliability problems to date, a front light cover was replaced as water ingress had been evident. see full BMW review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 536hp 4.4L V8 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Traded Aug 2020 for 2018 750xi M Sport. Last miles on the 2009 required a LOT of maintenance, Alternator cost 2200. see full BMW review
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 382hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Historically, reliable see full BMW review
2008 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 255hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Have owned this car for 5 years; have had two replacement high pressure fuel pumps; replaced steering rack; new turbo gaskets (both turbos); replaced articulating hard top cables - all in the first 3 years and all under warranty! Nothing has gone wrong in the past two years so perhaps this was relatively new model growing pains. see full BMW review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 german engineer see full BMW review
2008 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 255hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Have owned this car for 5 years; have had two replacement high pressure fuel pumps; replaced steering rack; new turbo gaskets (both turbos); replaced articulating hard top cables - all in the first 3 years and all under warranty! Nothing has gone wrong in the past two years so perhaps this was relatively new model growing pains. see full BMW review
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Soild, no rattles, squeaks. see full BMW review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Tremendous warranty which includes annual oil change and inspection paid for by dealer. ANY problems are fixed at no charge to customer. see full BMW review
BMW Reliability and Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 255hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Glovebox won't open. see full BMW review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 - accelerator response (hesitation) - engine issues (check engine light requiring three service visits in two months) - engine malfunction light (part of turbo came disconnected) - faulty fuel sensor (recall first three months of new model year) see full BMW review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Unbelievable maintenance after 50K miles, cost and effort. see full BMW review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 382hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
6-speed manual RWD		 I'm a little nervous about repair costs and frequency. I keep reading about 4-figure repair bills, but there are others who say they've done well with just normal maintenance. Consumer Reports gives the 2010 328i a lot of red dots which is a goo see full BMW review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Terrible reputation for poor reliability and absurdly high repair costs as early as 50,000 miles. see full BMW review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 382hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid
6-speed manual RWD		 Small things keep breaking or failing. The engine and drivetrain are solid though. see full BMW review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 473hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 More prone to breakdowns than the Japanese competition. see full BMW review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 536hp 4.4L V8 Hybrid
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Various parts faile at 85k see full BMW review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 255hp 3.0L I6 Diesel
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Always a glitch or two. see full BMW review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Ride qualities have necessitated two visits to the dealership along with one two-night stay in the first month of ownership. The tailgate latch has begun to stick where it will neither open or close completely. see full BMW review