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2002 BMW 325 consumer reviews

$27,100 starting MSRP
side view of 2002 325 BMW
(65 reviews)
87% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.2
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Great car but expensive repairs

Great car for gas mileage and looks. The parts are of course more expensive than many cars. It is a smaller BMW so it does not have the interior seat comfort of the more expensive BMW. I am sure I have another 100,000 miles on it but not without a few repairs in time. The car does handle nicely on the highway!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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2002 BMW 325i wagon

We searched and we searched until we found this one wagon with both the sport and luxury packages. I must say the Harmon Kardon CD/FM sounds incredible! All in all an incredible ride that I think looks and drives better then the 325i sedan. Beware of the 2003 model with the metal gas tank with the fuel pump inside the tank! To replace the fuel pump you have to replace the entire tank...a $7,000. fix! 2002 is the last good year for this model as they also changed the engine to a pricier, more finicky motor. If you can find one in good condition with relatively low miles in the $6,00.-8,000. range...jump on it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far so good

Only had the car for about a month, but I definitely like it. Excellent power and comfort. The biggest negative I have is the door interior trim. Found out after I purchased it that the trim on mine was cut off due to original trim having glue issues that didn't hold up over time. If you don't know what you are looking for you would miss it. Will need to fix that sooner than later.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2002 bmw 325i

Best car I've ever owned. (vs. passat, audi 2000, land rover, taurus wagon...) Maintenance is not much more expensive than U.S. cars. Thanks to the internet parts are very reasonable. The only repairs outside the maintenance schedule were the lower control arm bushings which cost $500 total. 170,000 miles and runs like a new car. 2r mpg in town, 31 on the road but i drive like the old man i am. only complaint is the glue or connectors they use on the headboard fabric and one interior wood panel. still running with original muffler! just changed the water pump/hoses/belts for the first time. simply and amazing car. handles so well. and the straight six is so smooth. pity they gave it up. it's bullet proof.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Yet to determine

I have still trying to find a problem with the windshield and head light fluid moter and or wiring, they are not getting power.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

I've had 5 older bmws but this 325CI is my favorite. Great compromise between mileage and performance. 8 years old and drives and looks like new. Love it. Had it 6 months now and will hang onto this one for awhile.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best cars ive owned

This car is one of the best car ive owned, ive had it for 5 years, and there have been no serious problems. Overall great car, love BMW's.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing ride

I own 03 coupe 325, and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned. Very reliable and perfect both inside and outside. Drives very smooth, and inside of this car is very well designed. Cruise control and media control are very appropriately located on the wheel.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car!!

I have an 02 BMW 325ci 2 Dr Coupe that I purchased from a public auction about 7 months back. The previous owner did all the maintenance (as far as I can tell at this time) other than pull over when it was overheating. I ran it through my repair shop and did cylinder headgaskets. The car is a pro... I have slight lifter noise but runs and drives awesome... This is my first BMW but am looking now to find a Z3. Never really been a BMW Fan prior but they definately know how to make a car luxurious! I love the way it rides and the only reason for a change is I am a convertible fan!! Great car in my eyes and not near as "expensive" as they are made out to be!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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most fun car to drive anywhere

this car will make you feel invincible. you will feel as if doing anything on the road can be done and without fear of crashing or anything. this is indeed the ultimate automobile. the only bad thing is there isnt enough horsepower and torque compared to todays standards. otherwise great car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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