BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series review

BMW 3 Series review
The BMW 3 Series offers the perfect blend of performance, driving dynamics, low running costs, technology and refinement
15 May 2023
Used BMW 3 Series (Mk7, 2019-date) review

Used BMW 3 Series (Mk7, 2019-date) review
The BMW 3 Series Mk7 offers used buyers a huge array of choice, lots of quality and an engaging drive.
6 Jan 2022
Mercedes C-Class vs BMW 3 Series: 2021 group test review

Mercedes C-Class vs BMW 3 Series: 2021 group test review
Which diesel compact executive is the best – the new Mercedes C-Class or the BMW 3 Series?
11 Dec 2021
Used BMW 3 Series (F30, Mk6, 2012-2018) review

Used BMW 3 Series (F30, Mk6, 2012-2018) review
The BMW 3 Series Mk6 (F30) is an impressive all-round executive saloon, thanks to its great handling, efficient engines and high-quality interior.
2 Nov 2021
BMW 320d M Sport: long-term test review

BMW 320d M Sport: long-term test review
Final report: We look back on a much-anticipated six months with the BMW 320d M Sport
2 Jan 2020
New BMW M340i xDrive 2019 review

New BMW M340i xDrive 2019 review
If you can't wait for the all-new BMW M3, this 369bhp M340i xDrive could be just the ticket
23 Oct 2019
New BMW 3 Series 2019 review

New BMW 3 Series 2019 review
Does the new seventh-generation BMW 3 Series compact executive saloon go straight to the top of the class? We reveal all…
12 Dec 2018
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New BMW M340i xDrive prototype review

New BMW M340i xDrive prototype review
The new 369bhp BMW M340i xDrive is on the way, but we've been for a drive in a prototype version ahead of its arrival
11 Dec 2018
2019 BMW 330i review

2019 BMW 330i review
The BMW 330i is the most powerful model in the new 3 Series line-up at launch, but is it worth the extra cash?
11 Dec 2018
BMW 3 Series (2012-2018) review

BMW 3 Series (2012-2018) review
The BMW 3 Series is well built, efficient and fun to drive, justifying its place near the front of the compact executive saloon class
9 May 2018
BMW 340i saloon 2016 review

BMW 340i saloon 2016 review
We drive high-spec petrol-powered 3 Series on UK roads - is it worth considering over a diesel?
4 Nov 2016
BMW 330e plug-in hybrid 2016 review

BMW 330e plug-in hybrid 2016 review
New plug-in hybrid BMW 3 Series arrives in the UK claiming 134mpg
2 Sep 2016
BMW 318i 2015 review

BMW 318i 2015 review
We've already tried the facelifted 320d and 335d, but what's it like with a 1.5-litre 3-cylinder unit under the bonnet?
10 Sep 2015
BMW 320d M Sport 2015 review

BMW 320d M Sport 2015 review
Facelifted 2015 BMW 3 Series tested in popular 320d M Sport spec – can it beat the Jaguar XE?
7 Sep 2015
BMW 335d Touring 2015 review

BMW 335d Touring 2015 review
The BMW 3 Series has had its mid-life refresh so we're putting it through its paces in 335d xDrive Touring guise
4 Sep 2015
BMW 3 Series M Sport review

BMW 3 Series M Sport review
A popular choice in the UK, the 3 Series M Sport mixes usual 3 Series traits of a great drive and low running costs with a sportier look
30 Mar 2015
BMW 3 Series Plug-in hybrid prototype review

BMW 3 Series Plug-in hybrid prototype review
We get behind the wheel of plug-in hybrid prototype version of BMW's best-selling 3 Series
26 Nov 2014
Safest large family car: BMW 3 Series

Safest large family car: BMW 3 Series
The best cars aren’t always the safest, but if you want an executive saloon you can have your cake and eat it.
26 Jul 2013
BMW E30 M3 vs BMW 320d

BMW E30 M3 vs BMW 320d
In the first in a series of Heroes Humbled? videos, we put the legendary BMW E30 M3 up against the 320d
29 May 2013
BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes C-Class

BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes C-Class
The big-selling BMW 3 Series is an Auto Express favourite, but how does it stack up against the Mercedes C-Class?
30 Jan 2013
BMW 320i xDrive vs rivals

BMW 320i xDrive vs rivals
We try five different four-wheel-drive systems to find out which tackles UK winter driving best
30 Jan 2013
BMW 320i xDrive

BMW 320i xDrive
We get behind the wheel of the four-wheel-drive BMW 3 Series xDrive on UK roads for the first time
28 Dec 2012
BMW 320d ED vs A4 TDIe

BMW 320d ED vs A4 TDIe
Does BMW still build the best green compact exec? We find out as the 320d ED meets Audi’s latest A4
13 Aug 2012
BMW ActiveHybrid 3

BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Petrol-electric 3 Series hybrid weighs slightly more but has serious performance and good fuel economy to boot
5 Jul 2012
BMW 328i Touring

BMW 328i Touring
Is the estate version of the excellent new 3 Series bigger and better?
5 Jul 2012
BMW 316d

BMW 316d
Cheapest version of the new BMW 3 Series makes a decent choice with low bills but the same great handling
13 Jun 2012
BMW 320d ED

BMW 320d ED
We get behind the wheel of the new BMW 3 Series with EfficientDynamics on UK roads for the first time
17 May 2012
New BMW 3 Series Touring

New BMW 3 Series Touring
Details and prices have been announced for the new BMW 3 Series Touring, starting from £29,380
14 May 2012
BMW 3 Series vs rivals

BMW 3 Series vs rivals
Is the all-new BMW 3 Series still the compact exec class leader? We bring it together with the revised Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class to reveal all
21 Mar 2012
BMW 320d EfficientDynamics

BMW 320d EfficientDynamics
We drive the eco-special 3 Series - are the efficiency gains are worth the compromises on options and power?
2 Mar 2012
New BMW 335i

New BMW 335i
We get behind the wheel of the new flagship turbocharged six-cylinder 3 Series
3 Feb 2012
BMW 328i Sport

BMW 328i Sport
Is the petrol-powered version of the new 3 Series as impressive as its diesel counterpart?
24 Nov 2011
New BMW 3 Series

New BMW 3 Series
We get behind the wheel of the all-new BMW 3 Series ahead of its launch in February 2012
17 Nov 2011