The 2007–2013 BMW 328xi Touring (E91) is a sought-after all-wheel-drive sport wagon. Enthusiasts often praise its excellent performance, pleasant interior, and driving experience, considering it a desirable "Beater Beamer" for its affordability and functionality. It is infamous for common BMW issues, including oil leaks, cooling system failures, and problems with the blower final stage fan resistor. In today's context, the 328xi Touring is well-suited as a relatively affordable and functional car for learning to drive or as a reliable daily driver, provided the buyer is prepared for potential maintenance of common issues.
Common maintenance includes replacing the valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, and oil pan gasket (the most labor-intensive). Water pump failure is also noted. Reliability is generally good if well-maintained. Insurance costs fall within the typical range for a BMW 3-Series.
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