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The 2020 BMW 330i range of configurations is currently priced from $24,990.
Our most recent review of the 2020 BMW 330i resulted in a score of 7.9 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Senior Journalist Laura Berry had this to say at the time: The 330i Touring is not as practical as an SUV such as a BMW X3 in that it’s not as spacious nor does it have the cargo capacity. Then there’s the low ride height which was a pain in the back for me as a tall dad trying to strap kids into their car seats. That said, the 330i is far more practical than the 330i sedan with its tailgate and boot opening, while retaining all the sedan’s superb dynamic ability and performance.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Laura Berry liked most about this particular version of the BMW 330i: Almost SUV-sized cargo space, Excellent handling, New-gen media screen and head-up display
The 2020 BMW 330i carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1600 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The BMW 3 Series 330i 2020 prices range from $43,010 for the basic trim level Wagon Touring Luxury Line to $75,130 for the top of the range Sedan M-Sport.
I would urge caution; it's an old car and has done a lot of kilometres. Have it checked by a mechanic who knows the brand before you do the deal. A friend who was a trained BMW mechanic and also sold them at a BMW dealership once told me that anyone buying a BMW should have an exit strategy. In other words, he was saying don't own them too long and get out of them before they become too expensive to own. You say you want to own it two years maximum, I would say that's as long as you should own it.
Your first port of call is to the mechanic. He fitted the part and it’s his responsibility to sort the problem out, including any damage the failed fan caused to other parts. If the part he fitted is determined to be faulty, he is the one who should make the claim against the manufacturer, not your daughter.
LIKE you, I prefer rear-wheel-drive cars for the way they drive and feel on the road. I'm also in favour of buying used BMWs and Mercedes-Benzes because you get to drive a better car than you might otherwise be able to afford, but they can be expensive to service and repair. For that reason I am loathe to recommend them. But I also agree that some of the cars coming from Japan look good, and I particularly like the new Lancer. I wouldn't be concerned about front-wheel drive at all, there's nothing wrong with the way they drive, handle, steer or brake.
The BMW 330i is on the cutting edge when it comes to interior design and execution. As these images show, its cabin is covered in luxurious Vernasca leather upholstery, while aluminium trim adds some much-needed shine. The flashy dashboard is punctuated by a large touchscreen multimedia system, which sits alongside a digital instrument cluster.