BMW 2001 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite pricey - but worth it for the acceleration I think.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad on fuel - on an open road on cruise- 45-50mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic - no complaints.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Absolutely mind blowing - no hot hatch stands a chance - and its a diesel?

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never misses a beat - brilliant.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everybody loves it - wheels are a pain to keep clean though - loads of brake dust from soft grabbing pads all round.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very nice interior - but a very firm ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Standard alarm - I suppose its OK - no issues that I have had with it.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    DONT USE A MAIN DEALER-GO TO AN INDEPENDANT SPECIALIST-IT WILL SAVE YOU A FORTUNE.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Suspension very hard on the sport model.

    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