BMW 3 Series
The next 3 Series will hit the market in early 2012, with the sedan coming first. In the meantime, the coupe and cabriolet will stay the course with no changes, while the wagon will not be renewed given the arrival of the new X1. This new generation will be offered with the same 6-cylinder inline engine currently used or a new 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo producing 240 hp. The style changes will remain subtle.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 80% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 9/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Winter driving | 9/10 |
| Comfort | 8/10 |
What's new in 2012
No major change. New generation to come in 2012
Pros
- Exceptional road holding
- Remarkable engines
- Pure driving pleasure
- Still pretty six years later
- Comprehensive range of models
Cons
- Expensive once you add the options
- Engine is noisy during cold starts (M3)
- Rear visibility (Convertible)
- Small trunk (Convertible)
- Hard suspension (Convertible)