BMW 3-Series Coupe

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive new, but better buying a 5 year old model when they have lost half their value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive to service at main dealers. Try using independant BMW specialists.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent, but the 320 six-cylinder is best.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok for 102bhp.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never failed to start.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Looks better with the M-Sport spoiler on the boot.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Aching lower back after 5 hours driving.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good alarm and immobiliser, but have been caught out a couple of times due to strong radio signals interfering with the remote alarm system.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rattles from both windows when closed - very difficult to adjust.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No