Skip advert
Advertisement
Best cars & vans

BMW 325ti

Already a cult choice among BMW aficionados, the E46-generation 3 Series Compact was a much-needed improvement on its predecessor, and in 189bhp 2.5-litre straight-six 325ti form, it’s a real hoot to drive.

Top 10 Future Classics - BMW 325ti
  • On sale: 2001 - 2004
  • Price range: £1,500 - £3,500

Already a cult choice among BMW aficionados, the E46-generation 3 Series Compact was a much-needed improvement on its predecessor, and in 189bhp 2.5-litre straight-six 325ti form, it’s a real hoot to drive.

The Compact led the way for future BMW hot hatches like the M135i. Relatively low-mileage examples are on the market from as little as £2,000.

Future classic cars that could make you money

Skip advert
Advertisement
Skip advert
Advertisement

Recommended

New BMW iX4 officially on the way after specs leak online
BMW iX4 - front 3/4 parked

New BMW iX4 officially on the way after specs leak online

Future BMW iX4 powertrains have been accidentally leaked by the brand in the US
News
27 Feb 2026
New BMW M2 xDrive, BMW iX4 and more accidentally confirmed by German giant
New BMW M2 being driven in the UK - front action

New BMW M2 xDrive, BMW iX4 and more accidentally confirmed by German giant

The names and details of new models coming this year have prematurely appeared on BMW USA’s website
News
27 Feb 2026
Best BMW leasing deals
BMW i5 Touring - front tracking, alt

Best BMW leasing deals

The best BMW car leasing deals available to you right now
Best cars & vans
26 Feb 2026
BMW recalls 25,000 UK cars over fire risk: Owners warned not to leave vehicles with engine running
BMW 3 Series - front tracking

BMW recalls 25,000 UK cars over fire risk: Owners warned not to leave vehicles with engine running

24,732 UK BMWs have been recalled due to an issue with the starter motor which could lead to short circuits and fires
News
12 Feb 2026

Most Popular

Jaecoo 7 recalled: a quarter of all brand’s 2025 UK cars going back to dealers
Jaecoo 7 - front action

Jaecoo 7 recalled: a quarter of all brand’s 2025 UK cars going back to dealers

The Chinese brand has initiated a recall for roughly 7,500 Jaecoo 7 models due to an incorrectly attached wiring harness clip
News
6 Mar 2026
New Dacia Jogger Hybrid 155 review: frugal family car makes tons of sense in town
Dacia Jogger Hybrid 155 - front tracking

New Dacia Jogger Hybrid 155 review: frugal family car makes tons of sense in town

Dacia's MPV goes well with hybrid power, but it can get a bit thirsty on longer trips
Road tests
6 Mar 2026
New Mazda CX-5 2026 review: spacious SUV is a step in the wrong direction
Auto Express news reporter Ellis Hyde standing next to a Mazda CX-5

New Mazda CX-5 2026 review: spacious SUV is a step in the wrong direction

The new CX-5 a fair bit different to the old model, but that's not necessarily a good thing
Road tests
6 Mar 2026