Marketed from March 2005 to February 2012, this generation of the BMW 3 Series is regarded as one of the best ever, due to its pleasant driving and mechanical qualities. The car was available in 4-door, coupé, convertible and break configurations. A restyling was carried out in September 2008. Many versions were marketed: among the petrol ones one can mention the 316i / 318i, 320i / Si, 325i / xi, 330i / xi, 335i / xi; among the diesels, the 316d, 318d, 320d / xd, 330d / xd, 335d.