Is the 2016 BMW 335i a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2016 BMW 335i ranks #10 of 11 among 335i model years (Complaint Index 10/100). It has 2 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 335i?

The most reported problem areas are engine (1 complaints) and transmission & powertrain (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 30,500 miles.

Does the 2016 BMW 335i have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2016 BMW 335i in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 BMW 335i?

EPA rates the 2016 BMW 335i at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,450. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2016 BMW 335i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2016 BMW 335i has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 10 out of 100 — #10 highest of 11 335i model years. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 10/100; #10 of 11 335i years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 2; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2015; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 23; 20 city / 30 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2016 BMW 335i recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2016 BMW 335i fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 20 MPG
Highway: 30 MPG
Combined: 23 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,450; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2016 compared with other 335i years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2014	Good	40	20	5	24
2015	Best	20	10	3	23
2016	No verdict	10	2	0	23

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2016 BMW 335i a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2016 BMW 335i ranks #10 of 11 among 335i model years (Complaint Index 10/100). It has 2 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 335i?: The most reported problem areas are engine (1 complaints) and transmission & powertrain (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 30,500 miles.
Does the 2016 BMW 335i have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2016 BMW 335i in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 BMW 335i?: EPA rates the 2016 BMW 335i at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,450. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.