For The 320d is plenty quick enough for a sporting coupe, but extremely economical. Low emissions keep tax bills low for business drivers, and M Sport suspension sharpens the handling.
Against Some drivers will miss the extra pace which the larger-capacity engines deliver. M Sport versions are pricey and don't ride as well as SE models, especially at low speeds (unless you specify the regular suspension).
This is the most rational, sensible car in the 3 Series Coupe line-up. For some, that makes the 320d the ideal choice. Others will hanker after a little extra excitement.
The Coupe doesn’t have quite such a wide engine range as the saloon or Touring versions of the 3 Series, but there are still four petrols and four diesels to choose from.
Our favourite is the 335i. Why spend nearly half as much again on an M3 when the 335i is so quick? On a more modest budget and with an eye on the tax bill for company car drivers, the 320d is a compelling car, but to be honest, there isn’t a bad model in the range.
There’s a choice of SE and M Sport specifications. SE comes with a long list of standard equipment and costs much less, so it’s the one we’d recommend. On the other hand, M Sport models have sportier looks and stiffened suspension for the ultimate in handling.
It’s worth buying one of BMW’s inclusive servicing packages, which will make the car easier to sell on.
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