Whats New for the 2006 BMW 3 Series Sedan?
BMW’s venerable 3-Series sedan is redesigned this year, getting a fresh skin, an enlarged interior, more power and updated underpinnings. With these changes, BMW hopes to retain its top sport sedan spot, keeping competitors such as the Acura TL, Audi A4, Infiniti G35, and all-new Lexus IS at bay. Enhancements this year include a more rounded appearance, accented with four character lines that sweep back to the deck lid, and a conventional tail that’s punctuated by a chrome dual-tip exhaust outlet. Inside, BMW drops the driver-oriented cockpit for a decidedly business-like look, with metallic-trimmed gauges and centered controls. Rear passengers receive additional room, rear air vents, power points and a fold-down center armrest. Thankfully, the dreaded iDrive is only installed when the navigation system is ordered. Two version of the 2006 3-Series sedan are on sale: the 325i and 330i. While both carry a new dual-cam, 3.0-liter inline six, the 325i makes 215 horsepower and 185 lb.-ft. o
