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For The 330i packs enough punch to floor most sports cars. It's a smooth, refined engine, too. M Sport models improve on the already fine handling of the standard car.

Against The big diesel versions of the 3 Series are just as quick as the 330i, but cheaper to fuel. The M Sport version is pricey and doesn't ride as well as the cheaper SE (unless you specify the regular suspension).

BMW 3 Series Coupe

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

Quick and rewarding to drive, the 330i is a fine sports coupe. It's a close call, but we prefer the cheaper and smoother-riding SE version to the M Sport.

What Car? readers say

4.31579


Key facts

0–60mph
6 secs
Top speed
155 mph
Average mpg
38.9
Tank range
537 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The BMW 3 Series Coupe doesn’t have quite such a wide engine range as the saloon or Touring versions of the 3 Series, but there are still plenty 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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