BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe Reviews
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★★★★★
“nothing like it”
Written on: 07/11/2012 by bimmermo (1 review written)
Had a 4 cylinder BMW before and did not rate it at all...far too slow. This straight 6 is a great drive. Not lightning quick but plenty quick enough for the road. Very smooth and built like a tank.Holds the road like nothing else. This is a drivers car who enjoys the pleasure of just driving for the fun of it. I have the m sport which I highly recommend especially with the staggered wheels. Superb handling...it just wants to go faster...! There is nothing that I don,t like about it. Just a... (read more)
★★★★★
“Bought my 320 CI SE last october”
Written on: 07/04/2012
Bought my 320 CI SE last october and i love it..it drives really well,engine sounds so smooth and looks stunning in silver.I just have a question about the interier..all these models appear to be leather seating but mine are cloth seats,did they do both cloth and leather? my BMW is auto and is a 2002 plate..does anyone know if that would have anything to do with it? paula :-) (read more)
★★★★★
“Bought my 320 2.2 ci over 2 years ago.what a...”
Written on: 21/08/2010
Bought my 320 2.2 ci over 2 years ago.what a motor,can`t tell anybody who will listen how reliable it is,put it up for sale a year ago,but didn`t advertise,didn`t want to,but plenty of interest,over owning more than 40 cars so far,bmw havn`t failed to deliver,jees,if you want a quality car look no further,whatever guise you want one in,BUY IT...!!! (read more)
★★★★★
“Had this car for about 9 months now, and I have to say...”
Written on: 13/04/2010
Had this car for about 9 months now, and I have to say that is absolutely beatiful to look at and to drive. This is only my 3rd car and I can safely say that its the best so far! My previous car's have lasted a year at the most before I wanted something new, but I can see myself having this for sometime. I frequently get 25mpg and I do like to put it to the test every now and again. Its got plenty of space in the back for passengers, baby seat, shopping, anything really. The boot fits my... (read more)
★★★★★
“having moved to the UK from Australia 2 months ago,i...”
Written on: 26/01/2010
having moved to the UK from Australia 2 months ago,i was looking for a reliable,late model sports car.the 320 coupe fit the bill nicely.smooth engine and solid road holding.17" wheels give sporty feel without being to hard.i enjoy every minute behind the wheel even in traffic jams! had a chip remap,now comfortably reaches 140mph+ im moving back to Australia in two tears and will be taking it with me! (read more)
★★★★☆
“Having had this car for almost 10 years,i can say that...”
Written on: 10/01/2010
Having had this car for almost 10 years,i can say that it is a very good car.At first it performs well,its handling is great(though you have to be a bit careful in really slippery roads because it rear wheel drive),and the interior is of excellent quality.I have done 150000 km,and the only problems i had so far,are a broken airbag sensor,and a noisy window when i close it.The 6 cylinder's engine sound is lovely,oh,and be careful cause it is really low,and a bit difficult for tall people to... (read more)
★★★★★
“The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe is a great car! I would...”
Written on: 16/09/2009
The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe is a great car! I would like to recommend it to all that are looking for a nice and high performance two door that would like to do a great buy. (read more)
★★★★☆
“Bought from new. Had the BMW 320Ci for five years and...”
Written on: 04/07/2009
Bought from new. Had the BMW 320Ci for five years and nearly 90K miles. Generally very pleased. Comfortable car and very spacious in the back for three people. Rear seats fold to give a space that I can get a cycle into (wheels removed). Good performance from 2.2l straight six engine, giving 33.6mpg (petrol). Top speed is more than enough and continues to accelerate beyond 120mph. Extensive air bags and three point belts for all seats. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe has very good handling...”
Written on: 07/06/2009
The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe has very good handling but noisy during drive, bad aero, ignition coils gone 3 times!!! electrical faults constant!!! (read more)
★★★★☆
“It's just incredible to read reviews by some people...”
Written on: 24/05/2009
It's just incredible to read reviews by some people about the BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe. I've had one for about 6 years and love it to bits. Lovely little straight six powerplant and manual gearbox, clearly a driver's car as opposed to the motorist. The trims around the doors do come unstuck after a time and a suitable adhesive that's long lasting is difficult to find. Sikaflex seems to be the go but be careful not to get it on the headlining, etc. (read more)
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★★★★★
“I bought a four year old 320 coupe in December. At the...”
Written on: 22/03/2009 by SLeedham (1 review written)
I bought a four year old 320 coupe in December. At the time i was looking for a quality sport coupe that could seat four and nearly went for an RX8 but was put off by the fuel consumption. The BMW popped up in thought and from then on it was one way traffic!!
She is a beautiful low mileage model and is just pure driving gold. Though not lightning quick she is elegantly and effortlessly fast at motorway speeds and is so reassuring with the feedback to the driver.
Economy is excellent...
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Graham888's Response to SLeedham's Review
Written on: 06/02/2011
by the way your car doesent have a V6 it is a straight six!
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★★★★★
“Its really a perfect car! it cannot be expressed by...”
Written on: 24/02/2008 by crazybonzi (1 review written)
Its really a perfect car! it cannot be expressed by words, it's just one of the greatest car I have ever driven! It's exterior and interior is awesome! It's such a great car! (read more)
★★★★★
“The 320i models it don't really matter if is it coupe...”
Written on: 23/01/2008
The 320i models it don't really matter if is it coupe or saloon its the best ever Engine built 2.2 6cylinder its power full economic and engine sounds lovely I had so many BMW's in the last 5 years 316i, 318i, burn more fuel then 320i and are powerless (read more)
★★★★★
“If buying this car, you will not be disappointed. BMW...”
Written on: 24/12/2007
If buying this car, you will not be disappointed. BMW is the best. (read more)
★★★★★
“The BMW 320Ci is a good car, and although every BMW...”
Written on: 19/07/2007 by milanim
The BMW 320Ci is a good car, and although every BMW I've owned has presented me expensive issues, I still wouldn't go to another manufacturer. They others just don't give you the same feeling. (read more)
Foz405's Response to 299280_milanim's Review
Written on: 08/11/2010
I found this review helpful because...of the detail in the bad points, so that I have something to guage it against my other choice.
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★★★★★
“Phoar..... The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe is a beast,...”
Written on: 05/05/2007 by leritz (1 review written)
Phoar..... The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe is a beast, and nothing beats it in anyway you look at it. After a good 4 months of searching for the perfect car, guess what happened? I saw this car that I really should be dreaming about... 320CI with nearly all options - Black in colour and beige Leather sports seats + M Kits... What more do you need??? I am so delighted, and I really recommend it without a second thought, as otherwise you will be wasting your valuable time on earth not tasting... (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my car about 12 months ago, one of the best...”
Written on: 09/03/2007 by bmwguru (1 review written)
I bought my car about 12 months ago, one of the best cars I have ever had. It drives smoothly, has good road grip. Its not like when you go around sharp bend you lose control of the car, it stays in you control. It has good interior, and a nice BMW audio system. (read more)
★★★★★
“The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe looks really good....”
Written on: 16/01/2006 by konmanos
The BMW 3 Series 320 Ci Coupe looks really good. Handles very smoothly. Grips to the road well. When cornering it keeps a firm grip to the road, minimum body roll. Feels very solid on the road. Accelerates well when cruising and wanting to overtake. The sound system is quite good to excellent - as compared to the average systems installed in other cars. Feels fantastic when being driven. Really happy with my purchase. Bluetooth supported phones - lack of range. (read more)
★★★★★
“I'v have my BMW 320 Ci Coupe almost a year now, was...”
Written on: 27/01/2004 by meeko (1 review written)
I'v have my BMW 320 Ci Coupe almost a year now, was wanting to spend time looking for the right one but everything I was looking for was in the first I saw. 18MV alloys, 6cd changer, rear parking sensors, sports steering wheel, full beige leather and the car colour - topaz blue, great colour combo.
The only down side is I wish I had the sports seats as when taking corners quickly, you tend to slide a bit.
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★★★★☆
“I Bought my BMW 320 Ci Coupe June from a none BMW...”
Written on: 24/01/2004 by deetyork (3 reviews written)
I Bought my BMW 320 Ci Coupe June from a none BMW garage at a price I thought good being far cheaper than lower specced "approved" BMW's in main dealers. The car Goes well & is relaxed at speed. Pull from low revs is lacking until vanos? system kicks in though. Overtaking ability is very good, care must be taken in third though to avoid hitting the rev limiter & an upchange is needed early!
Build quality nice, but the odd rattle & squeek still evident particularly from the plastic around the...
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★★★★☆
“MY BMW 320 Ci Coupe was purchased and used in norway....”
Written on: 20/01/2004 by nickmac (1 review written)
MY BMW 320 Ci Coupe was purchased and used in norway. I bought it two days ago and it took me 6 months to find the right one. my car is a 2.0 litre, but I've fitted it with a engine chip, that produces an extra 20 horsepower so its equivelant with todays version of the 2.2. its a 2000 model. the nm is not as high as 210 on the latest version, but close enough. anyone with a 2.0 litre should consider this engine chip, the car is much more willing under 2000 rpm, and the 4th and 5th gear is... (read more)
Spivster's Response to nickmac's Review
Written on: 09/01/2009
What Chip do you suggest putting in the car? i have had my BMW 320 CI a while now its a fantastic car full loaded, only problems i have had are wheel bearings .... apart from that never let me down!
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★★★★★
“When first looking at a BMW 3-series coupe, I was...”
Written on: 26/08/2002 by Terry Harper.
When first looking at a BMW 3-series coupe, I was undecided whether to go for a 318ci (new high-output 4-cylinder 2-litre), 320ci (2.2 litre 6-cylinder)or a 325ci (2.5 litre 6-cylinder); 330ci was out of question (cost & company car tax co2 emmissions!). However, although 318 drove well, the exhaust note of the 6-cylinder 320 soon quenched this choice. Also, the slightly greater cost of the 320 over the 318 was outweighed by a couple of more 'extras' being inclued (electronic handling... (read more)
46544_Soupdragon.'s Response to Terry Harper.'s Review
Written on: 27/10/2002
When I first got the BMW 320 ci I took it for a spin round the block and boy was I impressed it drived like a dream, sports mode was wiked.
one thing I dont like about it is as you set of on your journey your seat fly's back as if u havent pulled it out furthernoth.
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★★★★★
“Bought this BMW 320 Ci Coupe from main dealer in uk...”
Written on: 25/05/2002 by simon crawford.
Bought this BMW 320 Ci Coupe from main dealer in uk and since taking ownership i have not stopped smiling. Performance is plenty (170bhp 2.2 litre with revised steering rack 02 model)on uk roads and enough power and performance to cruise all day or put the frighteners on most other cars. I have never seen so many people pull over for you on the motorway. Car is Jet Black (pain to keep clean but looks stunning when just polished)with 17" alloys, black heated sports seats, folding mirrors, 6... (read more)
225140_Lynne Giles's Response to simon crawford.'s Review
Written on: 13/01/2006
Hi - we've had our 320ci for 2 years, bought from BM dealer and is a 2001 reg. It has full leather, a/c, electric wing mirrors, parking sensors, cd etc, and M3 alloys, and I love it. Just had full first inspection service done though and nothing wrong except very minor things which they have to point out, nothing to worry about but still was £460!
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★★★★☆
“I have a BMW 320Ci (2.0l). The car has very good...”
Written on: 30/01/2002 by GPITT.
I have a BMW 320Ci (2.0l). The car has very good handling and the overall quality is excellent. The 2.0l seems to be a little small for this car because the weight of the car is high. (read more)
14618_Jon.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 02/03/2002
Just wanted to point out the 320ci has a 2.2l not a 2.0l engine as you state and would think by the badge
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4585_Kamy.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 29/09/2002
The 318 is underpowered, but the 2.2i engine in the 320 is adequate for the size of the car. I can't understand how anyone can own & review a car without knowing the engine capacity...
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46598_Bmw Owner.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 28/10/2002
It's sad how some people don't even know what they have under the hood, yet they still make comments and write reviews.
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54888_James.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 01/12/2002
With respect I have a 1999 V plate 318CI. I have borrowed my dads 530d in the past and theres a big difference in power, so I know what the more powerful BMW's are like. However I feel that the 1.9 (118bhp) is an adequate engine for the base model and actually goes quite well. It's certainly not underpowered unless shooting off at the lights and looking an idiot is the most important part. The 318 pulls ok and does an acceptable job. I wouldn't say no to a bigger engine necessarily, but this car gives a great balance of power, economy and insurance. The new 318 (bhp) should be even better.
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93037_Alive.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 28/04/2003
320ci year 2000 was fitted with a 2 liter engine.
<br>2001 and on are 2.2L
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114665_Simonl.'s Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 10/07/2003
They didn't do the 320ci in early 2000 (they only did a 318/323/328)
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Shu007's Response to GPITT.'s Review
Written on: 06/08/2004
TBMW made engine enhancements in size (power and torque) in midd-2000, the previous 320, which had the the 2.0 ltr six cylinder 24 valve engine had 150 bhp, but the new 320ci (midd-2000 onwards) has a 2.2 ltr 170 bhp engine. So anyone with a 320 ci or se which mas made earlier than midd-2000 has the 2.0 ltr engine.
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<br>check this link out guys! it has all the info on the engine and more!
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<br>http://autozine.kyul.net/html/BMW2.htm#328
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★★★★☆
“Just bought the BMW 320Ci with the full M Sports pack....”
Written on: 13/06/2001 by Mags.
Just bought the BMW 320Ci with the full M Sports pack. This pack really makes the car. M3 front and rear bumpers and spoiler. 17inch M Light Alloys / tyres and brakes give the car real stopping power. Cloth / Alacantra Sports seats are very comfortable and supportive. The M interior gives the car a real sport look while driving.
The 6cyl engine is very responsive especially in 3rd gear. It seems a bit lacking in initial acceleration in first but once the revs climb then so does the...
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★★★★☆
“I have recently purchased a BMW Coupe from abroad for...”
Written on: 04/04/2001 by kc.
I have recently purchased a BMW Coupe from abroad for my wife. We nearly purchased a 318ci but then the 320ci came available and there is no comparison, the smooth 6cyl engine on and extra 50bhp for just over a 1000 punds extra... plus getting the car abroad you can afford the extra you want. (read more)
★★★★☆
“The BMW 320Ci replaces the 323Ci and has a new 2.2...”
Written on: 25/10/2000 by Paul.
The BMW 320Ci replaces the 323Ci and has a new 2.2 litre engine that is better than the 2.5 litre engine. The engine seems more willing and responsive. (read more)
Gavinh's Response to 594_Paul.'s Review
Written on: 23/12/2003
Have you drove a 323ci, obviously not. I have test drove the 320ci before I bought a 323ci and found that the 320ci is the inferior car. It is nowhere near as responsive and is actually slower
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Pnadin's Response to 594_Paul.'s Review
Written on: 23/12/2003
Yes, I have drove the 323Ci on several occaisions. Both engines have 170bhp but the 2.2 litre 320 is more economical, uses later ignition technology and sounds better.
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Shu007's Response to 594_Paul.'s Review
Written on: 06/08/2004
I don't know why you lot are arguing as both cars are fantastically smooth and fast. I drove a new 325I and if thats anything to go by, the 320CI and the 323CI or se should be excellent. The 323 ci is marginally faster as it has more torque (181 lb/ft) as opposed to the 320Ci's (155lb/ft), both of which are more than enough for driving on public roads !
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Written on: 09/01/2012
im guessing you have just picked a bad one then, iv got one and its the quitest car iv had and iv had alot of cars. has your exhaust fallen off maybe lol?