BMW 3-Series Saloon car reviews
Thinking of buying a new Bmw 3-series saloon car? If you’re looking for saloon cars for sale, we have got loads of reviews plus links to the latest models you can buy.
If you like the security of a separate boot, a traditionally styled car, and you aren’t interested in those new crossover cars, then a saloon car could be the best choice for you.
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BMW 3-Series Saloon car reviews
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BMW 3-Series M3 (2020 onwards) Review
A devastating super saloon that’s both flawed and brilliant
New price: £89,545 - £97,370Read full reviewPROS
- Brilliant to drive
- Fairly practical
- Compelling engine
CONS
- Very expensive BMW 3 Series
- Controversial styling
- Aurally not exciting
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BMW 3-Series Saloon (2019 onwards) Review
Still the best compact executive saloon for all purposes
New price: £41,220 - £61,990Read full reviewPROS
- Wide range of engines and trims available
- Great fun to drive yet still comfortable
- High-quality interior with lots of tech
CONS
- Options can make it quite pricey
- Jerky start/stop system
- Firm and fidgety ride on M Sport models
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BMW 3-Series M3 (2014 - 2018) Review
Used price: £14,842 - £32,799Read full reviewPROS
- Engaging performance
- Muscular stance
- Communicative handling
- Family car practicality
- Manual gearbox standard
CONS
- Very expensive 3 Series
- Interior lacks drama
- ‘Piped’ exhaust sound
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BMW 3-Series Saloon (2012 - 2019) Review
Despite its age it remains a compelling all-rounder
Used price: £1,961 - £55,480Read full reviewPROS
- Engaging handling regardless of engine
- Comfort isn’t spared for agility
- Generous equipment levels
- Performance/efficiency balance
CONS
- Interior doesn’t feel as premium as some rivals
- M Sport ride can be unsettled without adaptive dampers
- Cabin isn’t the roomiest in this segment
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BMW 3-Series Saloon (2005 - 2011) Review
Solid, desirable used saloon
Used price: £528 - £6,082Read full reviewPROS
- Great to drive
- Decent level of standard kit
- Superbly built, refined interior
CONS
- Expensive for what it is
- Firm ride
- Not as reliable as you'd think
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BMW 3-Series Saloon (1998 - 2005) Review
Used price: £604 - £3,784Read full reviewPROS
Roomy, quick, pleasure to drive
CONS
Popular equals common, pricey
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BMW 3-Series Saloon (1991 - 1998) Review
Used price: £0 - £0Read full reviewPROS
Image; smooth six cylinder engines; great to drive
CONS
Not much standard equipment; limited rear legroom; less exclusive than some rivals
