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LOGIN REGISTER NEWSLETTER Home NEWS REVIEWS PRODUCTS COMPARE CARS VIDEOS BUYING USED CARS NEW CARS MOTORSHOWS COMPETITIONS 6 ISSUES FOR £1 Search Car Reviews: You're in - Car Reviews: Car Group Tests BMW 325i M Sport Touring Just as the 3-Series saloon defines the compact executive sector, the Touring is the archetypal small premium load-lugger. January 2008 That summary is only fair, since the BMW can claim to have launched the whole lifestyle estate market back in 1989. Today’s fourth-generation model may not be the most dynamic or attractive car in the class, but it must be said that M Sport trim with blue paintwork does wonders for its visual appeal.It’s 76mm shorter and 41mm lower than the Merc, which has restricted the amount of space BMW’s packaging experts have been able to create inside. Open the boot, and if the load cover is pulled across, it slides up the D-pillars automatically. However, this neat trick can’t hide the fact that whether you’re using litres or millimetres to measure the boot, it’s not as big as the C-Class’s. Moreover, the load sill is 60mm higher and has a lip to it as well.After that, things improve. There’s a large well under the boot floor, created by the fact the run-flat tyre-equipped 3-Series no longer has a spare wheel. Whether you think this is a good thing or not, there’s no denying that the BMW also has more useful hooks, straps and nets than its rival. More impressively, although both cars share an identical 2,760mm wheelbase, it’s the 325i’s rear occupants who enjoy an extra 20mm of legroom – which helps explain why the boot is smaller. There’s no mystery as to why the driving environment is more cramped, either. The slabby centre console, lack of stowage and small steering wheel all serve to make the driver feel restricted – particularly those with larger frames, who will struggle to get comfortable in the narrow, if supportive, seats. Compared to the C-Class, it’s not an elegant cockpit, but the BMW is well constructed and easy to get on with. It also has a wonderfully smooth engine that, thanks to Efficient Dynamics stop-start technology and brake energy regeneration, gives the diesel C220 a run for its money in terms of economy. But you don’t buy a 3.0-litre petrol model with fuel saving in mind – you choose it for its power. There’s no denying the straight-six sounds great, but on first impressions it’s hard to believe the engine is as big and beefy as the statistics suggest. Why? Because it simply doesn’t have that much torque, so on motorways you frequently find yourself changing down. This isn’t a problem for two reasons. Firstly, the gearchange is great, and secondly the engine is so smooth, refined and free from vibration that using high revs is no hardship – quite the opposite, in fact. At the limit, the 325i is swift, but as the in-gear figures show, in most day-to-day driving situations, there’s less to choose between these two. The BMW’s brakes are more responsive, too, and on a favourite road the 3-Series remains the more satisfying and enjoyable car to drive, changing direction immaculately well and exhibiting excellent body control. The penalty for this is a fidgety ride. It’s not hard, but unlike the Merc, it fails to be relaxing and was a little louder at speed, too. Nor was it as good around town. The clutch can be slightly awkward, the steering is heavier and rear visibility is poorer. And although it’s £500 cheaper than the C-Class, the BMW’s standard kit is equally thin on the ground. So could the 3-Series lose its crown? For an alternative review of the latest BMW 3-Series visit our sister site carbuyer.co.uk BACK TO TOP What Next COMPARE CAR LOANS COMPARE CAR INSURANCE For more breaking car news and reviews, subscribe to Auto Express magazine. We'll give you 6 issues for £1 and a free gift! < Previous 0 Comment Be the first to comment on this article You need to register to post comments. Existing members can log in below to comment, otherwise click here to join. Email: Password: Sponsored Results Social Bookmarks Link to this article: For more details about purchasing this feature and/or images for editorial usage, please contact the Dennis Syndication team on pictures@dennis.co.uk Email a Friend Print this Full Car Reviews Photography - Advertisement - Sponsored Results Facts and Figures Open Table DETAILS Price:£30,295 Model tested:BMW 325i M Sport Touring Chart position:2nd WHY? Our current class leader is tested here in petrol guise, which should give it a performance edge. AT A GLANCE: The BMW is at its best in 325i guise. Its straight-six is smooth and good to use, and it feels more special than the equivalent 320d. But the Touring focuses on driving ability rather than versatility or refinement, and so doesn’t cover all the bases as well as its rival. SCORES Styling/image: Interior/quality: Space/versatility: Driving experience: Ownership costs: Green rating: ECONOMY Here’s a surprise for diesel fans. Drive the petrol 325i for 12,000 miles, and it will cost only £109 more in fuel than the C-Class CDI – partly thanks to Efficient Dynamics. RESIDUALS While a figure of 48.6 per cent over three years and 36,000 miles is good, it means the 325i falls short of its rival. Owners should expect to lose about £5,000 in value annually. SERVICING As with most BMWs, the Service Inclusive deal is tempting. You get 36,000 miles of cover – likely to be two services – for less than £500. Yet add maintenance and it tops £1,000. TAX Before Efficient Dynamics arrived last year, the 325i put out 208g/km of CO2. But now, it emits 35g/km less. So tax costs have tumbled – higher-rate users pay £2,548 a year. Verdict Excellent driving position and great rear accommodation, plus sharpest handling, keenest steering and best chassis composure in the class. Boot is smaller than C-Class's, while around town the clutch is slightly awkward, the steering is heavier and rear visibility is poorer. The ride is more fidgety, too. 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All rights reserved.Licensed by Felden || LOGIN REGISTER NEWSLETTER Home NEWS REVIEWS PRODUCTS COMPARE CARS VIDEOS BUYING USED CARS NEW CARS MOTORSHOWS COMPETITIONS 6 ISSUES FOR £1 Search Car Reviews: You're in - Car Reviews: First Drives BMW 3-Series BMW 335i M Sport Touring Despite a huge amount of demand, BMW has never built an M3 Tour­ing – until now Auto Express Car Reviews By Oliver MarriageOctober 2006 Rating: Despite a huge amount of demand, BMW has never built an M3 Tour­ing – until now. OK, so the new 335i Touring doesn’t officially wear the fabled M badge, but in terms of performance, it packs an M3-sized punch. Boasting the same twin-turbo 3.0-litre straight-six as the two-door 335i tested in Issue 929, the load-lugger will cover the 0-60mph sprint in less than six seconds and return 28.8mpg on the combined cycle, too. But headline figures fail to tell the whole story. The powerplant has 400Nm of torque on tap from only 1,300rpm, and that gives this lifestyle estate awesome acceleration anywhere in the rev range. There’s no need to change down – simply plant your foot and hang on. All the attributes that have made the standard 3-Series Touring our class favourite remain intact. The 460-litre boot is well thought out and comparatively spacious, the seats fold easily, the driving position is excellent and all the controls work smoothly. The ride on the 18-inch wheels is firm, but if you want to save money and take a more gentle approach, go for the 335i SE at £2,810 less. For an alternative review of the latest BMW 3-Series visit our sister site carbuyer.co.uk What Next COMPARE CAR LOANS COMPARE CAR INSURANCE For more breaking car news and reviews, subscribe to Auto Express magazine. We'll give you 6 issues for £1 and a free gift! < Previous Next > 0 Comment Be the first to comment on this article You need to register to post comments. 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Effortlessly fast and relatively efficient, thanks to the super-smooth engine, it also boasts great rear-wheel-drive handling and decent practicality. We rate it highly as one of the finest models in BMW’s current line-up. AT A GLANCE Load-lugging 3-Series offers class-leading space and now gets added pace. 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front and rear, ventilated Electric Power Steering (EPS) M Sport suspension Safety and technology Advanced Head Protection System (AHPS) front and rear Airbags - driver and front passenger, front and side Alarm system (Thatcham 1) with remote control and engine immobiliser Brake Energy Regeneration (iGR) Check control warning system Cruise Control with brake function Daytime running lights Dynamic brake lights Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) comprising: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Engine Drag Torque Control (MSR) Dynamic Stability Control Plus (DSC+) comprising: Brake Drying, Brake fade compensation, Brake pre-tensioning, Hill-start assistant First Aid kit and warning triangle Foglights, front and rear Follow-me-home headlight function Head restraints - front, anti-whiplash Head restraints, rear Headlight wash High level third brake light Intelligent Alternator Control (iAC) On-Board Diagnosis (OBD) Optimum Shift Indicator (SPA) - manual transmission only Park Distance Control (PDC), rear Passenger seat occupancy sensor, front Rain sensor with automatic headlight activation Run-flat tyres with Tyre Puncture Warning System (TPWS) Seat belts - front, inertia reel with pyrotechnical belt latch tensioner and belt force limiter Seat belts - rear, two with inertia reel Visible VIN Windscreen washer jets, heated Windscreen wipers, two speed with adjustable intervals Xenon headlights Seats Child seat ISOFIX attachments, front and rear (includes Passenger seat airbag deactivation, front) Dakota leather upholstery Four seats Rear seat easy access system Seat adjustment - front, electric with driver memory Split-folding rear seat Sport seats, front Exterior equipment Exhaust tailpipes - twin, chrome Exterior mirrors - heated, electric adjustment Exterior trim, High-gloss Shadowline Indicator lenses, clear Kidney grille, chrome with chrome vertical slats M aerodynamic bodystyling Non-metallic paintwork Interior equipment Air conditioning, automatic with two-zone control Armrest - front, folding with storage compartment Armrest - rear, centre Cup holders, front Door sill finishers with M designation Electric windows - front with open/close fingertip function Extended lighting comprising: Ambient interior lighting - a light band in door and side trim, door handle light illumination, exit lighting, footwell lights - front and rear, interior lights - front with soft on/off, reading lights - front and rear, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors Floor mats, velour Headlining, Anthracite Interior trim, Dark Aluminium Glacier Silver M Sport multi-function leather steering wheel Rear-view mirror, automatically dimming Seat belt handover - front, electric Shortened gearshift Smoker's package Start-Stop button Steering column with manual reach and rake adjustment Storage facilities: clothes hook-rear, rear storage compartment in centre console, securing rings in luggage compartment, storage compartment in door panels-folding, storage compartment nest to steering column with lid Toolkit located in luggage compartment Windscreen with grey shade band Audio and communications Auxiliary input point for auxiliary playing devices BMW Professional radio with single CD player (with MP3 playback capability) CD changer preparation Loudspeaker system with six speakers On-board computer (OBC) comprising: Average speed, fuel consumption and range, outside temperature display, time and date Personal Profile 20th March 2010 .With over 20,000 unique combinations your own specification comes as standard. Put BMW to the test Overview Model: 325d M Sport OTR Price: £34,750 P11d Price: £34,540 Fuel: Diesel BIK tax rating: 22% (24%) CO2 emissions (g/km): 151 (160) Combined fuel consumption (mpg): 49.6 (46.3) Power output (kW/hp/rpm): 150/204/3750 0-62mph (secs): 6.9 (7.1) Choose another model Print model details View technology guide Home Request a brochure Request a demonstrator Contact Corporate Sales Website help Site map Motor Industry Codes of Practice Privacy Legal notice ||