2003 BMW 3 Series 320d Sport Touring review from UK and Ireland

The Clock stopped working at 7,000 miles requiring a replacement CD unit.

Cruise control failed at 9,000 miles due to a faulty clutch sensor. Both items covered under the Warranty.

Hard breaking on bumpy roads can put the car into a weave. I was told this was due to the wide front tyres?!

Performance wise it's unbelievable, 150 BHP with huge torque, fill her up for £45 and you'll get over 600 miles on a long run, approx 500-550 when driving hard. Can't see us buying another Petrol car after this one, what's the point!?

The 3 years/60 K fee servicing deal is a nice extra, but gutted to find out 2 months after buying, it got increased to 5 years / 60k.

V.Good handling and grip due to M-Tech set up and 18" 225/40 Fronts & 255/35 Rears.

The ASC can be a bit dodgy when you're trying to pull away quickly from a junction. The wheels start spinning, the brakes get applied, the revs bog and they guy bearing down on you soils his pants... I tend to turn it off in these situations and let the rears do the work they're supposed to. If you test drive one, try it, you'll see what I mean.

Top quality cabin without a hint a plackiness and well laid out. The Sports seats whilst very supportive & adjustable, can be a bit firm on a long journey.

A great car, but probably not ideal if you've got very young kids and lots of kit.