BMW M3 Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average. Can be expensive.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to run and fix if breaks, especially if you go to BMW.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly good. Mind for Vanos noise.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Leather, aircon, etc.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Immobiliser as standard.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good dealer network. Good warranty.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Vanos needed replacing at 55,000 miles. Expensive if not warrantied.

    Other

    AC pump seized up - warranty claim. Advisable to pay extra and buy from dealer or with warranty.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes