BMW 3 Series (2012 - 2019)

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reviewed by Anonymous on 13 March 2024
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reviewed by Anonymous on 8 August 2023
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reviewed by Anonymous on 22 July 2023
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reviewed by Dean80 on 10 June 2022
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reviewed by Anonymous on 12 February 2022
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reviewed by Tony Chatfield on 6 December 2021
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reviewed by Anonymous on 18 April 2021
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reviewed by Anonymous on 16 April 2021
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reviewed by Anonymous on 19 February 2021
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reviewed by Anonymous on 14 February 2021
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reviewed by Jeremy Reed on 23 November 2020
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reviewed by Falconmick on 22 November 2020
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reviewed by Anonymous on 18 November 2020
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reviewed by Anonymous on 1 November 2020
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reviewed by JimboE on 5 September 2020
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reviewed by Adrian Borchev on 6 June 2020
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320d 2.0 M Sport Auto 4dr

reviewed by Anonymous on 1 February 2020
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Overall rating
5
How it drives
5
Fuel economy
4
Tax/Insurance/Warranty costs
3
Cost of maintenance and repairs
5
Experience at the dealership
4
How practical it is
5
How you rate the manufacturer
5
Overall reliability

Amazing car and a brilliant ownership experience

If I’m honest, probably my favourite car from the cars I’ve owned. This car had the professional media pack.

The good points
The engine and gearbox are simply silky smooth and super responsive. Usually got about 430miles per tank.

Steering is pin sharp and gives excellent feedback but is heavy. I love the steering wheel feel. It’s super soft and tactile but can seem a little chunky.

Everything feels robust. But also light which is surprising compared to the heavy VW/Audi feel.

The car has enough usb slots and software to keep you connected but not overly intrusive. You can focus on driving very easily in this car.

The base audio system okay and the boot space is decent but should’ve gotten split folds to maximise things.

The car isn’t too hard to park with rear sensors but could’ve benefited from front sensors too.

Bad points
None of note. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed owning this car. I now totally get the BMW brand.

The interior isn’t as blingy as Mercs, Audi’s or the new G20 BMW. But it’s not as plain as previous models.

Shame the government is determined to scapegoat diesels as this engine and gearbox is awesome.

Servicing can be expensive and tyres costs are a bit high.

For me this car is a benchmark.

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reviewed by Anonymous on 4 December 2018
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reviewed by Anonymous on 20 November 2018
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reviewed by Anonymous on 23 October 2018
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reviewed by Anonymous on 15 October 2018
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reviewed by Anonymous on 27 June 2018
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reviewed by Gary mac on 24 May 2018
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reviewed by Gary mac on 24 May 2018
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reviewed by Gary mac on 24 May 2018
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reviewed by Anonymous on 7 April 2018
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reviewed by Ian Elliott on 9 October 2017
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reviewed by Anonymous on 21 September 2017
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reviewed by Anonymous on 21 September 2017
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reviewed by Borednrestless on 8 September 2017
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reviewed by Leigh Orwin on 6 September 2017
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reviewed by mo athar on 3 August 2017
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reviewed by seejay9727 on 25 June 2017
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reviewed by Frank Carroll on 9 May 2017
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reviewed by Anonymous on 1 September 2016
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reviewed by hdiboy on 27 May 2016
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reviewed by A_T on 10 December 2015
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reviewed by s55sty on 14 August 2015
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reviewed by filo on 17 July 2015
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reviewed by Anonymous on 21 February 2015
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reviewed by moonraker244 on 26 May 2014
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reviewed by Hughie777 on 4 May 2014
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reviewed by djmp on 27 February 2014
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reviewed by the1beard on 17 September 2013
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reviewed by sse on 14 May 2013
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reviewed by DP on 10 May 2012
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reviewed by macattack4422 on 30 April 2012

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About this car

Price£24,255–£45,975
Road TaxA–J
MPG35.8–134.5 mpg
Real MPG74.4%

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