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BMW 3-Series Coupe (1999-2006) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 5 out of 55.0
BMW 2003 3-Series Coupe
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BMW 2003 3-Series Coupe

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

4.5 out of 54.5

Handling

4.5 out of 54.5

Behind the wheel

4 out of 54.0

Comfort

3 out of 53.0

Running costs

3.5 out of 53.5

Green credentials

2 out of 52.0

Reliability

4.5 out of 54.5

Equipment

2 out of 52.0

Safety

3.5 out of 53.5

Practicality

3 out of 53.0

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