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50BMW 3-Series (old)83.33%

BMW 3-Series (old)

a traditional class favourite, this 3-Series’ mid-place ranking shows that it’s still very satisfying to own. Running costs and practicality are marked down and, as it gets older, reliability is starting to suffer, too. Elsewhere, it’s good news with classic rear-drive handling, strong performance, solid build and respectable comfort levels.

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RATINGS (1 is best)

Ratings

100th

50th

1st

  • Reliability
  • Build Quality
  • Running Costs
  • Performance
  • Braking
  • Ride Quality
  • Handling
  • Practicality
  • Comfort
  • Ease of Driving
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  • 55
  • 18
  • 82
  • 30
  • 45
  • 49
  • 21
  • 89
  • 50
  • 50

PREVIOUS RESULTS

  • Manufactured
  • 2006 Result
  • 2005 Result
  • 2004 Result
  • 2003 Result
  • 2002 Result
  • 1998-2005
  • 40th
  • 40th
  • 28th
  • 11th
  • 18th

MANUFACTURER VERDICT

With solid build quality and an engaging driving experience, there’s plenty of satisfaction to be had in a BMW. You would like to see more in the way of practicality, though.

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