BMW 3 Series
The 3 Series is the most iconic car in the BMW lineup. The base 330i model features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 255 horsepower, but you can also select the 330e plug-in hybrid, the sportier M340i or the hardcore M3. For the 2023 model year, the German automaker gave the 3 Series some styling revisions and a new multimedia interface powered by iDrive8. A special-edition M3 50 Jahre can also be specified.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 79% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 6/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2023
Cosmetic updates, new digital interface with iDrive 8. Special Edition 50 Jahre (M3).
Pros
- Superb driving dynamics
- Powerful engines
- New state-of-the-art multimedia interface
Cons
- Front grille does not please everyone (M3)
- 330e less interesting than the i4