Santa Maria, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/29/2012 -- BMW of Santa Maria is pleased to share that the 2012 BMW 328i has been named the year’s best luxury vehicle under $40,000. A preamble to the sixth-generation 3 Series, the 2012 BMW 328i Sedan arrived in showrooms earlier this year, boasting better performance and fuel economy than previous models.

Having undergone several design changes in late 2011, the focus for the 2012 BMW 3 Series seems to have been refinement – and refined it certainly is. With a starting price of just $35,795, the all-new 2012 BMW 328i comes standard with automatic climate control, 4-wheel disc braking, dynamic stability control, as well as dynamic traction control.

With numerous engine options available, drivers have a lot to choose from, but most are excited for the arrival of a 2-liter, turbocharged 4-cynliner option, delivering 240 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque.

Also, it is well worth mentioning that an addition has been made to the already impressive list of optional equipment available for the 3 Series. Drivers may now choose between two Performance Power Kits designed to improve performance in the 6-cylinder variants of this year’s 3 Series by optimizing engine software.

Anyone interested in the 2012 BMW 3 Series or other BMW models can visit BMW of Santa Maria in Santa Maria, CA or online at http://www.bmwsm.com/Default.aspx for more details. Additional information can be found by visiting the dealership on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/BMWofSantaMaria.

About BMW of Santa Maria
BMW of Santa Maria, http://www.bmwsm.com/Default.aspx, located in Santa Maria, CA offers a broad selection of new, pre-owned, and certified pre-owned BMW vehicles. In addition, BMW of Santa Maria stocks manufacturer recommended parts and experienced service technicians are available for all standard or custom service needs.