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Auto Express Car Reviews By Dan StrongNovember 2003 Announced in July, the four-cylinder 150bhp 320Cd paves the way for the more powerful six-cylinder 204bhp 330Cd, due to arrive in March, as BMW grows a new stable of diesel-powered driver-oriented cars. Around town, the gear ratios are long enough to keep shifts to a minimum, while on the open road, the car proves an impressive cruiser With a top speed of 137mph and a 0-60mph time of 8.8 seconds, the newcomer is no slouch. But it's also worth remembering that the 320Cd is the first BMW diesel to be sold in the UK to comply with Euro IV emissions rules, offering further BiK (benefit in kind) tax discounts to company car drivers. Facelifted for 2003, the new coupe also debuts changes to the bonnet, grille and bumper, and has revamped front and rear lights. Although most of the changes were originally introduced on saloon and Touring models over a year ago, the coupί¿½ maintains its unique look, not only with its distinctive body, but also with a revised boot grab handle and redesigned rear bumper complete with standard parking sensors. But despite all of these upgrades, the driving experience is still central to the BMW's appeal. Does the introduction of a diesel spoil this beyond repair? Not in our opinion. Turn the ignition key and the oil-burner's glow plugs warm within a split second. Sure, the engine sounds vocal while it chatters into life, but it settles easily to a silky, well insulated idle. The thick-rimmed steering wheel, low-slung bucket seats and clearly laid out instruments lend the cabin a sporty feel, while the new six-speed gearbox has a slick change between ratios. With 330Nm of torque on tap, the engine feels impressively strong, particularly at low revs, and offers a rich exhaust note that disguises its diesel origins. Although there is some turbo lag lower in the range, the car has plenty of urge from 2,000rpm, delivering smooth, consistent acceleration. Around town, the gear ratios are long enough to keep shifts to a minimum, while on the open road, the car proves an impressive cruiser. The suspension, lowered by 15mm over the standard car, is relatively supple, and keeps body roll to a minimum in corners. Although it will understeer if you really attack a bend, it is possible to make the rear-wheel-drive machine oversteer. Ultimately, there can be no argument that the new 320Cd is anything other than an impressive drivers' car. On top of that, it offers decent combined fuel economy of 49.6mpg and produces only 153g/km of CO2. Ownership is a decision that can satisfy both your heart and your head. 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All rights reserved.Licensed by Felden || || Close message Top Navigation Important Information and User Account Management: Safety & Security: ALERT: Sellers warned of scam emails Give us feedback My Account Register Access User Account: Welcome! Sign in Hi : Sign out of Auto Trader Channel Navigation: Cars Bikes Motorhomes & Caravans Used vans Used trucks Farm machinery Used plant machinery Main Site Navigation: Home Used cars Sell a car Car reviews Car insurance More car needs... Compare car loans Check a car's history Value a car Get Auto Trader Insurance More motoring services You are here : Home > Car reviews & news > BMW > 3 Series > BMW 320d M Sport car review Find car reviews Select manufacturer: Select model: Find reviews BMW 320d M Sport car review Friday 19 January 2007 Ten Point Test Auto Trader Ten Point Test rating: 84% The BMW 3-series has established itself as the best seller in the compact executive class. Brits love the badge – especially on this model. But would we fall under its spell? Auto Trader Web Editor Adrian Higgins drove the M Sport diesel saloon model to find out. 1. Looks 9/10 The 3-series was launched more than 30 years ago but the designers have managed to keep the original’s DNA while ensuring it has a contemporary look. Familiarity inevitably dulls the wow factor but despite its ubiquity on UK roads this is still a strikingly handsome car. It hits just the right balance between boring and over-fussy with well-thought lines giving it a real sense of movement. Instantly recognisable signature design features include the twin headlights, rear hockey-stick shaped light clusters and shark’s fin aerial. This fifth generation model was launched in 2005 and is 49mm longer, 6mm taller and 78mm wider than its predecessor. 2. Looks inside 9/10 Of course the 3-series interior has been 30 years in the making too. And it’s been time well spent. The M Sport model we drove featured a very cool black interior roof, quality leather upholstery (a £995 extra) and M Sport branding on the gear knob and steering wheel. The information display will be familiar to BMW fans with a single instrument binnacle housing the speedometer and rev counter. Simple and elegant, the whole interior exudes style in spades. I mean, even the cupholders are classy. 3. Practicality 9/10 Space for driver, passengers and possessions is good. Compared to the previous model there is 20 litres more boot space (creating a cavernous 460 litre capacity), 7mm more headroom for front seat occupants and 19mm more legroom for those in the back. We drove with five in the car and found it more than adequate while daily practical needs are met with storage including discreet cupholders both front and back. 4. Ride and Handling 8/10 This is a driver’s car and as such it boasts excellent handling. The M Sport version we drove was great fun, responding swiftly and really giving a great driver experience. The ride can be a little unforgiving though and we received a few complaints from rear seat passengers during the week-long loan. 5. Performance 8/10 When it comes to the 3-series, buyers have an enormous range to choose from with a comprehensive selection of petrol and diesel models to choose from. We drove the four cylinder, 163bhp 320d M Sport which can complete the journey from 0-62mph in just 8.3 seconds and can keep going until it tops out at 140mph. This is a very involving car to drive, though there is cruise control when you just want to let the car take the strain. 6. Running Costs 9/10 Another area where the 3-series performs fantastically well. A fun to drive car which can carry five in comfort but still returns nearly 50mpg on average ticks all our boxes. It is group 14 insurance, will hold its value, is unlikely to break down and costs £135 a year to tax. Not bad eh? Buyers can choose between three year/36,000 mile or five year/60,000 mile service options. 7. Reliability 8/10 The new generation was launched in March 2005 so hard to comment on its reliability just yet but BMW have a well-deserved reputation for producing reliable cars and are ranked eighth in our Reliability Index. 8. Safety 8/10 Driver aid Dynamic Stability Control will help you keep out of trouble, while six airbags will help you out if you don’t. Run-flat tyres will do exactly what they say on the tin to enable you to travel up to 150 miles at 50mph should your car suffer a puncture. The 3-series also benefits from BMW’s Active Steering which, in the event of understeer being detected, corrects the car. It achieved a full five star rating following its EuroNCAP crash test. 9. Equipment 8/10 Air conditioning, CD player, foglights, onboard control, keyless entry and Start/Stop button control all come as standard. The model we drove also features sports suspension, shortened gearshift, illuminated door handles , cruise control, rear parking sensors and superb sports seats. 10. X-Factor 8/10 Being a BMW 3-Series. It’s become the most popular car in its class and is, for many people, the vehicle they aspire to. It’s easy to see why with a package which involves great driving, performance, economy, safety and practicality. Key facts Model tested: BMW 320d M Sport Saloon On the road price: £27,275 Price range: £20,465-£35,735 Tested: January 2007 Road tester: Adrian Higgins Specifications Vehicle Summary Performance & Economy Dimensions Interior/Exterior Safety Vehicle Summary Attribute Value Body style Saloon Engine size 1995 cc Fuel type Diesel Number of doors 4 Number of seats 5 Gearbox type MANUAL CO2 emissions 128 g/km Insurance group 15 Vehicle tax band D Standard manufacturers warranty (miles) Unlimited mileage Standard manufacturers warranty (years) 3 years Standard corrosion guarantee 6 years Standard paintwork guarantee 3 years Please noteThe data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Performance And Economy Attribute Value Fuel consumption (urban) 47.1 mpg Fuel consumption (extra urban) 68.9 mpg Fuel consumption (combined) 58.9 mpg 0 - 62 mph 7.9 seconds Top speed 143 mph Cylinders 4 Valves 16 v Engine power 177 bhp Engine torque 258 lbs/ft Please noteThe data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Dimensions Attribute Value Height 1421 mm Height inclusive roof rails No details available Length 4531 mm Wheelbase 2760 mm Width 1817 mm Width including mirrors No details available Fuel tank capacity 61 litres Gross vehicle weight 1950 kg Luggage capacity (seats down) No details available Luggage capacity (seats up) 460 litres Max loading weight 520 kg Max roof load 75 kg Max towing weight (braked) 1800 kg Max towing weight (unbraked) 745 kg Minimum kerb weight 1430 kg Turning circle (kerb to kerb) 11 metres Please noteThe data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Interior/Exterior Interior features 2 x folding cupholders in instrument panel above glovebox 4 foldable grab handles - rear with clothes hook 4 lashing points to secure luggage Automatic interior light soft on/soft off system Driver and passenger sunvisors with vanity mirrors + slide cover Dual zone automatic air conditioning Front and rear door armrests Front and rear velour floor mats Front door pockets Front passenger isofix child seat attachment Front sports seats with electric side bolster adjustment Glovebox light Height adjustable front headrests Indirect front interior illumination - soft-light function Individual anthracite headlining Isofix system on outer rear seats Lockable glovebox Luggage compartment lighting M door sill finishers with M badging M leather steering wheel Multi-function controls for steering wheel Perforated aero leather handbrake lever Perforated aero leather M Sport gearshift Reach + rake adjustable steering column Rear storage compartment in multifunction centre console with sliding cover Toolkit located in luggage compartment Blue shadow cloth/alcantara upholstery Folding front centre armrest + storage Manual adjustable height/backrest/length front seats 6 speakers Brake pad wear indicator warning light Check control system Cruise control Digital clock Door/boot open warning light Lights on warning On board computer Operation warning of all exterior lights Outside temperature display Push button starter Run flat tyre indicator Service interval indicator PAS Rear park distance control Aluminium glacier silver interior trim Exterior features 'Guide me home' headlamps 2 speed adjustable intermittent wipers with wash/wipe function Automatic headlight beam throw control Body colour bumpers Body colour electric adjustable door mirrors Brake force display Clear indicator lenses Dynamic brake lights Electric front and rear windows with one touch/convenient open/close function Electrochromic automatic anti-dazzle rear view mirror with front reading light Front fog lights/heated windscreen washer jets/heated door mirrors Front ornamental grille with black kidney bars and chrome bezel Green tinted heat insulating glass Heated rear window with automatic switch off M aerodynamic bodystyling Individual high gloss shadow line Manual folding door mirrors Solid paint Run-flat tyres 17" M double spoke 194 alloy wheels + anti-theft wheel bolts Please noteThe data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Safety 3 point inertia reel seatbelts + pre-tensioners on outer rear seatsABSAnti whiplash head restraintsCBC - (Cornering brake control)Driver and passenger airbagsDSC-Dynamic Stability ControlDynamic brake controlDynamic Traction Control - DTCElectronic brake force distributionFront and rear head airbagsFront seat side impact airbagsFront seatbelt pretensioners + load limitersRear child proof door locksThree 3 point rear seatbeltsTwin hornsWarning triangle and first aid kitAutomatic drive away locking facilityCentral locking fuel filler capCentre lock switchElectronic immobiliserRemote central lockingRemote control alarm Please noteThe data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Footer Navigation Support: About Press centre Advertising agencies Contact Feedback Safety & Security Publications: Auto Trader Ireland Auto Trader Italy Auto Trader South Africa Car Supermarket Directory Top Marques Ad Trader Carsales Australia Searching for: Audi BMW Ford Fiat Honda Mercedes Benz Peugeot Renault Toyota Vauxhall Cheap cars Dealers I need: Car insurance Car loans Car valuations Car vehicle check © Trader Publishing Limited 2010. Terms & conditions of access to and use of the website Privacy policy Accessibility statement Careers Channels Get Auto Trader on your Mobile Get Auto Trader in Print Van , Farm , Plant and Truck Commercial trader Get Auto Trader Dealer Portal