BMW 2003 3-Series Coupe

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The blue propeller badge adds a hefty premium.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    MPG excellent for a 3-litre and sevicing reasonable, too.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great mid-corner characteristics spoilt by not so great turn-in behaviour.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Powerful, but heavy - that's why they built the M3 (still, 330 is very fast by most people's standards).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not as good as the Japanese or other German makers.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    BMW's forte.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only spoilt by tyre noise on some surfaces.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Will go out of their way to ensure the customer is satisfied.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Faulty clutch replaced under warranty.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes