Still the BEST luxury sedan? (BMW 3 Series 320i 2022 review)

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With the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class now on the scene, is the BMW 3 Series still a sweet luxury sedan? Today, we test the base model 320i to see if this is enough 2022 3 Series, or whether you should get a 330i or M340i – or perhaps an Audi A4, Genesis G70, or Jaguar XE?

The 320i uses a 2.0-litre turbo petrol B48 engine making 135kW of power (181 hp) and 300Nm of torque.

As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct - so this is an independent, honest review of the BMW 3 Series.

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[powershin]

James May once said that if he had to drive only one car during his entire life, he would pick BMW 320i. If this is enough for him, it is enough for everyone

[cambalzer]

I drove a Hire care for 6 days this week. I own 3 other larger luxury BMWs. The 320i was a stunning good driving experience. Plenty of space, extremely comfortable, well proportioned, but the driving experience was exceptional. I loved it. Would almost happily trade it for our daily 640i Grande Coupe. The base model is a little bit road noisy in the rear, and swap out the noisy run flat tyres ASAP!.

[goran]

I've had G20 330ci, and it was just awesome. I would highly consider that car if someone needs a car for next 10 years.

[alexger]

all those cars - bmw, merc, audi - are so close in terms of quality, driving, space etc, that it doesnt matter which one is slightly better than the others. just buy the one you like best or wether you want a slightly more comfy or slightly more sporty car

[tool]

The only color for ambient lighting is cyan... leave the orange in the past - it was there for a reason, not because it looked good.

[davidperry]

I have the current 330i M Sport in Dravit Grey and Cognac interior with the Vision pack and it is the best car I have owned. I agree pretty well with the reviewer’s comments particularly in regard to handling and I will often just go for a drive for the sake of it to experience it’s on road sportiness and composure. I’m not too sure of the LCI update with the new extended dash screen- the current setup is just fine.

[belalmohammad]

This is the superseded model. The new model with facelift and all new interior (twin screen dashboard) is under production. Not sure when it will arrive in Australia though. Maybe mid 2023.

Reshaped (but equally-sized) ‘kidney’ grilles are flanked up front by reworked LED headlights with flipped arrow-shaped daytime-running light signatures, and sit above new air intake designs with L-shaped accents as part of the standard-fit M Sport pack.

[rayzhang]

could you do a comparison video of bmw 3 Audi A4 Merc C and jaguar XE

[trevorhsu]

We just got the mid life refresh in the US and God I hate the giant screens that stretch across the dash

[BobbyDazzler]

3 year warranty? BMW Australia can stick it!

[sjh]

Never take a car into regional Aust without a full size tyre. This means the spare sits in the boot and if luggage space needed it is roof racks and box. Would be interested to see what how much a full size takes up space in boot, as for everyday not a huge issue. Also are the tyres tapered, front different size from rear ? That stuffs up the spare in a boot. Reviewers never seem to take this into consideration

[birreboi]

I agree about the black, so over it. Well, not really over it, I've never liked it. Whether it's the interior or exterior, or worse, both. I just cannot understand why people like a heat sucking dark colour like this. I was checking out Honda models recently and black is the *only* interior colour they offer (exception being the upcoming new Type R which has a red interior). This lack of choice is enough for me to never consider buying one!

[sheedsanator]

AR guilia v bmw 3 series v Merc c class

[vsboy]

I never understand why German cars don’t ensure suspension is to the comfort level of a true luxury car when it to be sold in the crappy roads of Australia.

[HaruHaruman]

I think this version's exterior is more resolved than the LCI. The LCI's DRL is just a bit out of place in my opinion.

[gdayDaniel]

Upgrade to heated seats, and then subscribe. How generous.

[KUKI_de]

nice Video 🔥🔥
Thumbs up and keep it up :)

[alcubano]

E90 was the first 4 cylinder 320i, by the way!

[stevensims]

I have a fairly mint 08' 328i sub 100k mi E90 and I am still in love with it. Such a nice design and it's not even LCI which I don't believe is that much different. Only if it was a manual but even the autos are pretty slick. These are classy cars; I like the design of the 320i.

[andrewsmactips]

Talking of crispness and contrast; this video's contrast could do with some downward adjustment. Hashtag Can't see a thing.