The 2008 BMW 328xi Sedan, which has also been called a force of nature in any weather, has a 6-cylinder engine that puts out 230-horse power using a six-speed manual transmission, is fuel-efficient, obtaining about 25 highway mpg, a practical figure for such a sporty ride.

Not only powerful and practical, but it is ahead of the technology game. The ‘08 328xi Sedan uses an antitheft AM/FM stereo that comes with a CD/MP3 player, 10 speakers, and an audio input for portable music players, like Ipods. The innovation doesn’t stop at music. There’s pre-wiring for installation of mobile phone and alarm systems, making this vehicle safer.

Features like the 2008 328xi Sedan’s Dynamic Cruise Control, which can adjust speeds to surrounding traffic patterns, show that this vehicle is up to the competition, and is no slouch in the technology department. Safety is high on the priority list as well, with dual front airbags, passenger sensors and an interlocking door system that avoids intrusion from side impacts. LATCH attachments for child-restraint safety installation shows this model’s design keeps the whole family in mind.

This BMW contains an on-board computer, which provides the driver with information including feedback on the vehicle’s operating status, travel information such as timing range, remaining fuel, external temperature among other indicators.

The 328xi Sedan definitely will get a second glance, with exterior features like halogen lights and chrome-plated exhaust tips. Retractable, high-intensity headlight washers and heated mirrors and windshield washer jets show the practicality of this vehicle.

The 2008 328xi Sedan is not only sporty for a four-door, but is also efficient and tech-savvy, making it a BMW that should appeal to many this year.