The BMW 3 Series is a compelling all-rounder that represents best-in-class talent from nearly every angle - here's how to grab a used one
has a bit more leg and shoulder space. The rear bench is reclined more for better comfort, too, and the boot is a decent size, with 40/20/40-split folding seats if you need to load longer items.
Prices start at around £20,000 for a 2019 car in the entry-level SE version. You’ll need between £22,000 and £30,000 for the majority of 2019 and 2020 cars, depending on trim and engine spec, and around £30,000 to £35,000 for the majority of 2021 and 2022 cars.We’d look for a car in M Sport trim but with the M Sport Pro Pack added, for the best-riding 3 Series. It adds comfort to its long list of dynamic abilities.The 318i and 320i average 43.5mpg, with 40.
The 3 Series scored five stars for safety with Euro NCAP. Rear cross-traffic alert and blind spot monitoring were part of a Driving Assistant Professional Package.Some 3 Series models made between 11 March and 9 July 2019 were recalled for a crankcase bearing bushing that might not have been fitted engine correctly. This was no minor issue, and affected cars will actually need a new engine, so speak to a BMW dealer for further information.
Some 3 Series built between 5 and 31 July 2019 could have a problem with the central rear headrest. Debris from a welding process might not have been cleaned out of the battery packs of some 3 Series models manufactured between 3 March and 22 September 2020, and it could potentially cause a short circuit. In the latest What Car? Reliability Survey, the petrol-engined 3 Series was rated seventh out of 26 cars in the executive class. The diesel-engined cars finished last, however.
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