BMW 3 Series FAQs

• Is the BMW 3 Series a good car?

  Countless generations of the successful and highly-acclaimed BMW 3 Series should tell you one thing - it is an outstanding choice of mid-size passenger car. It stands among the German brand's best-selling range, meeting the needs of many drivers right around the world. A practical and assured standout in the high-end segment of the market, the BMW 3 Series makes good on the brand's mantra - sheer driving pleasure.

• Which BMW 3 Series is the best?

  For sheer performance and splendour, it's hard to go past the BMW M3 Competition Sedan, however, the M340i XDRIVE, featuring all-wheel drive, is a superb choice if you still want a blistering car but at a slightly more accessible price-point. In addition, the M340i XDRIVE also offers a balanced mix of sportiness, efficiency and convenient everyday utility, something that you'll never take for granted after you've driven this potent saloon.

• What are the BMW 3 Series models?

  At the entry level you have the BMW 320 range, which includes the 20i and 20i Luxury Line, alongside the diesel-powered 20d, 20d Luxury Line and 20d M Sport. After that, you have a number of variants bearing the BMW 330 insignia. This includes the 30i, 30i Luxury Line, 30i Luxury Line (Touring), 30i M Sport, 30i Touring M Sport, 30 e (Hybrid), 30e Luxury Line (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle or hybrid), and 30e M Sport (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle or hybrid). Finally, you have the range-topping M340i XDRIVE and XDRIVE Pure, BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M3 Competition Sedan.