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2008 Volkswagen R32 Hatchback 2008 BMW 3 Series Coupe 328i Coupe
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General Information   
Estimated Market Price $32,058.82 $33,994.50
Invoice $31,283.00 $32,750.00
List Price $32,990.00 $35,600.00
Vehicle Class Sport Luxury
Overall Satisfaction Rating 87 out of 100 100 out of 100
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2008 BMW 3 Series Coupe
Performance   
Engine 3.2L 6 Cylinder 3.0L 6 Cylinder
Drive AWD RWD
Transmission 6 speed Automatic OD 6 speed Manual OD
Compression Ratio 10.90:1 10.70:1
Horsepower 250 hp @6300rpm 230 hp @6500rpm
Torque 236@ 2500 200@ 2750
Bore 3.31 3.35
Stroke 3.78 3.46
Fuel Capacity 14.50 gallons 15.90 gallons
Fuel Type Unleaded Unleaded
Fuel Delivery SEFI EFI
MPG City 18 18
MPG Highway 23 28
Convenience Features   
Air Conditioning Std Std
Power Windows Std Std
Power Door Locks Std Std
Tilt Steering Wheel - -
Cruise Control Std Opt
Leather Seats Std Opt
Power Seats - Opt
Tachometer Std Std
Rear Defroster Std Std
Full Spare - -
Premium Wheels Opt Opt
AM/FM Radio Std Std
Cassette Player - -
CD Player Std Std
Sunroof Std -
MoonRoof - Std
Dimensions   
Wheelbase 101.5" 108.7"
Overall Length 167.2" 181.1"
Vehicle Height 57.7" 54.1"
Vehicle Width 69.2" 70.2"
Seating Capacity 5 4
Cargo Capacity (Cars) 15 12
Front Headroom (Cars) Not Applicable 38.4"
Front Legroom (Cars) Not Applicable 41.8"
Rear Legroom - 33.7"
Payload Capacity (Trucks) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Gross Weight (Trucks) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Towing Capacity (Trucks) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Final Assembly Location D D

Legend
GRP Not Available for individual purchase RET Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price
STD Standard equipment for this model DLR Dealer installed
PKG Available as part of an option package N/C No Charge
N/R Status not provided by manufacturer N/A Not Available
OPT Optional Equipment PIO Port Installed Option
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