BMW 3-Series Touring (99-05) - Review Review by Parkers on 01 January 1999 This is an estate car to tell the world you're a sporty, active type rather than a typical family man - the sort that needs to lug lots of stuff around. Perhaps they are not the all-out driver's machines that smaller BMWs once were, but the 3-Series Touring is sophisticated, superbly engineered and stylishly subtle. Although it has a strong rival in the shape of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Lexus IS SportCross, it still leaves the competition behind. 4 out of 5 Other BMW reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3 out of 5 Comfort The rear-wheel-drive layout eats into rear space and that means less legroom. But there's still enough for two adults to be comfortable on medium-haul trips, although with three in the back, it's pushing it. Seats offer great support and there's adequate shoulderoom for two. View full gallery 4 out of 5 Practicality More practical than the other body shapes, but shaped to look good as much as increase practicality. Copes easily with your weekend activities and family needs. However, antique dealers (or grandfather clock repairmen) may want to opt for the more cavernous 5-Series Touring. Get a BMW 3-Series Touring valuation View full gallery How does the boot space compare? Honda Accord Tourer (03-08) 626 litres BMW 3-Series Touring (99-05) 435 litres Audi A4 Avant (01-04) 420 litres Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon (00-05) 360 litres 4 out of 5 Behind the wheel Dials are perfectly sited and all major controls have been positioned to deliver a sporty ambience - ready for action. The driving position can be tailored to suit most needs but base models feel a bit spartan. View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more BMW 3-Series cars for sale We have 45 models like this for sale. Find BMW 3-Series cars for sale Previous: Driving & Performance Next: Costs