2012 BMW 328i

2012 BMW 328i Overview

The 2012 BMW 328i is a compact luxury sedan that has been praised for its agile handling, powerful engine, and comfortable interior. It is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine with 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed manual transmission or an optional eight-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

• 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-Four

Issue: Valve Cover Gasket Leak

• Description/Symptoms: Oil leaking from the valve cover gasket, visible near the top of the engine
• Solution: Replace the valve cover gasket
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Six-Speed Manual
• Eight-Speed Automatic

No Issues Found

Suspension

Issue: Front Control Arm Bushing Failure

• Description/Symptoms: Clunking or knocking noise from the front suspension, unstable handling
• Solution: Replace the front control arm bushings
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Recalls: None Found

Electrical

Issue: Battery Drain

• Description/Symptoms: Battery goes dead after being parked for a short period of time
• Solution: Replace the battery or diagnose and repair the cause of the drain
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
• Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

Issue: Climate Control Panel Malfunction

• Description/Symptoms: Climate control buttons not responding, temperature fluctuations
• Solution: Replace the climate control panel
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2012 BMW 328i is a reliable vehicle with some minor issues that are relatively inexpensive to fix. The most common problems reported are the valve cover gasket leaking and the failure of the front control arm bushings. Overall, the 328i is a good choice for those looking for a sporty and comfortable compact sedan.