BMW 3 Series 330D Sport Diesel Hatchback...

The fifth-generation BMW 3-Series combines a high-quality interior and decent equipment levels with the best drive among 'executive' saloon alternatives. The striking four-door gets a power boost over the old model but, thanks to the Efficient Dynamics program, both fuel economy and emissions have actually been improved. An Autumn 2008 facelift gave the 3-Series sharper styling and a refreshed interior and also brought a new diesel engine to the line-up in the shape of the 330d. However, the pick of the line-up - for performance and economy - is the excellent 320d EfficientDynamics which is great to drive and is claimed to return an amazing 69mpg.

The 3-Series is available with a wide choice of excellent diesel and petrol engines, offering everything from fuel sipping economy to storming performance. The excellent 330d was launched in 2005 and the six-cylinder engine is superb with huge amounts of pulling power while a 325d and 335d (both using the same 3.0-litre engine) were added in 2006. The latter is stormingly quick with a 0-62mph time of just 6.2 seconds. In September 2007 the engine range was overhauled with the Efficient Dynamics program and as well as improvements in fuel economy and emissions, power outputs also increased. The popular 318i, 318d and 320d models saw some of the most improved figures. The 318i received an extra 14bhp, up from 129hp, but economy is even better at 48mpg. The 318d and 320d are similarly impressive - the former has power boosted to 143hp, while fuel consumption improves to 60mpg. The 320d’s output rises from 163hp to 177hp while fuel consumption improves to 59mpg. For outright performance the 335i manages to rival even the M3 thanks to a 306bhp twin-turbo engine and a 0-60mph time of just 5.6 seconds.

ABS, Alloys, CD, Central Locking, Climate, Computer, Cruise Control, Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows, Immobiliser, Leather Interior, Power Steering.

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