For the second year in a row, the BMW 335d Sedan has been as one of the Top 10 Green Cars for 2010 by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. That is a pretty high perch for an ultimate driving machine. And BMW is playing on that theme as they continue to sell every diesel powered 3-Series sedan they can build.
In describing the BMW 335d, the kbb.com editors said, “To most passersby the 335d looks like any other BMW 3 Series. To the driver, however, the 335d is something truly special. To the styling, luxury, and refinement of the standard 3 Series, the 335d adds a six-cylinder diesel engine. Immediate power, robust acceleration and 36 miles per gallon highway fuel economy make us wish more cars featured a diesel option.”
BMW’s commitment to reduce harmful emissions and help protect the environment is unique in the automobile industry. Rather than focus on just a few models, BMW places its EfficientDynamics principles to all of its vehicles by using lightweight components in key areas, new technologies for improved powertrain efficiency and more importantly, planned sustainability for the long term reduction of fuel consumption and emissions output.
The BMW 335d Sedan achieves a fuel efficiency rating of 23 mpg (city) and 36 mpg (highway), netting a range of 580 miles in regular driving. Thanks to the standard Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance technology, the 335d combines the driving dynamics and refinement of a premium automobile with the most current and demanding standards for preserving resources and reducing emissions. Despite a 0-60mph acceleration time of 6.0 seconds, the 335d is the single most fuel-efficient BMW passenger vehicle ever imported to the United States.
Applying Sequential Twin Turbo Technology, a small turbocharger first spools up at low engine speeds. Thanks to its low inertia, this turbocharger develops boost (and extra power) in response to even the smallest movement to the accelerator. As engine speed increases the second, larger turbocharger begins to spool up and at mid-range engine speeds both turbos work together. At higher engine speeds boost comes exclusively from the larger turbo which enables this engine to develop maximum torque of 425 lb-ft at just 1,750 rpm. Interaction of the two turbochargers is controlled by the high-performance electronic engine control unit.
When you add this power and efficiency to a car that is known the world over for offering up the best handling and driving dynamics you have a unique combination that stands alone here in the United States. The response to these vehicles shows the potential for clean diesel technology in the US. In the first two months of 2010, 335d sales saw a 77% increase over the same period in 2009 when the car was first being launched.
