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Overview
- Body
- Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic (S7)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- HP
- 320
- Power to weight
- 0.090 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 2.56
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $4,050EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 5/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Real-world MPG
- 25 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 6 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Wheelbase
- 109 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Curb Weight
- 3,571 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year
- Rollover rating
- ★★★★★
- Stability control (ESC)
- Standard
- Forward-collision warning
- No
- Lane-departure warning
- No
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 1 See on NHTSA
Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- AIR BAGS33%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM33%
- STRUCTURE33%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 3 total.
BMW 335is: best and worst yearsKnown issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
18 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jan 16, 2024VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLSB510819
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Jan 11, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB611305
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
Mar 1, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB610322
The footwell module (FRM) cannot be encoded after replacement.
May 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGB011321
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. BMW NA, et al
Apr 1, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCB340414
Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees F) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
Sep 1, 2020ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGB110208
Power Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If theignition is cycled, the engine then usually performs normally.
Dec 1, 2019ENGINEB130619
SERVICE ACTION: N54T ENGINE - INSPECT AND REPLACE INJECTOR(S). The piezo-type fuel injectors may cause a rough running at start-up or rough running while at idle.
Jul 12, 2019EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)651512
Service Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive (HDD).
- and 10 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Powertrain
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 4 yr
- Maintenance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Source: bmwusaservice.com as of 2026-06
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