1998 BMW 3 Series 318i Touring review from UK and Ireland
"Load carrying 101, with style"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not owned long enough for any major faults - fine piece of engineering most of the time.
General comments?
Previous car was a 316i saloon - the estate handled as well as the saloon even when loaded, but the extra weight used up the extra 200cc of engine.
Great driver's car, economical and zippy enough for most uses.
The three series is the benchmark for small executive cars and the estate is the starter-car for serious load carrying - good for a weekend away.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol injection Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 35000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2001 |