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2005 BMW 330i Executive

Performance  
          Engine 9.5
          Gearbox 9.5
          Steering 9.5
          Brakes 9.5
          Ride 9.0
          Handling 9.0
          Body Structure 9.5
Comfort and Controls  
          Driving Position 9.0
          Control Ergonomics 8.5
          Outward Vision 9.0
          Quietness 9.0
          Ventilation / Air Con 8.0
          Ingress / Egress 8.5
          Front Seat Space 8.0
          Rear Seat Space 8.0
          Luggage / Loading 8.5
Design and Styling  
          Exterior Styling 8.0
          Exterior Finish 8.0
          Interior Styling 8.0
          Interior Finish 9.0
Others  
          Fuel Mileage N/A
          List Price 7.0
Overall Rating (averaged) 8.66

Gauges are plain but effective and easily readable. Quite important as speedometer rises up pretty quickly thanks to the 258 horsepower output.

Like the BMW 1 Series, the 3 Series comes standard with a push-button type starter. Fancy and fun... it's an invitation to drive BMW's mainstream seller.

 

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