BMW 3-Series Compact (1994-2001) review
At a glance
| Price new | £13,995 - £20,640 |
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| Road tax cost | £360 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 355 - 532 miles |
| Number of doors | 3 |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Diesel
Pros & cons
Image; smooth six cylinder engines; great to drive
Not much standard equipment; limited rear legroom; less exclusive than some rivals
BMW 3-Series Compact (94-01) rivals
Overview
The Compact was BMW’s attempt to woo customers who wouldn’t have previously been able to afford a BMW or who couldn’t live without the practicality of a hatchback. The Compact met the needs of both and proved to be popular although it’s rear suspension was taken from the old model so was quite a bit cruder. Unless you really want a hatchback we can’t see any reason to pick a compact over a saloon.
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