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The dealership lent me a base-model 2013 328 xDrive last night. I agree with everyone who says a base model is very different from a well equipped car. The non-sport seats are a big letdown. The basic iDrive and controller seem flimsy compared to the full version. The thin steering wheel on this car is also disappointing.
Auto Start Stop in the 328 is horrible. The car shakes pretty intensely both on engine shutdown and on start. My 335 shuts off with almost no shudder, and the start up is generally hidden by the usual jolt that happens when you let off the brakes.
The sound from the 4-cylinder is much less compelling than the 335.
I think the 328 is still a nice car, despite all of the above. There's something subtly compelling about its balance between weight, power and handling. My 335's handling almost seems clunky in comparison.
I'm still glad I chose the 335. The sound it makes as it jumps off the line from a stop continues to put a smile on my face.
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