The BMW 3 SERIES SALOON (2011-15) 320I XDRIVE 4DR SALOON 2.0 SS 184 EU5 LUXURY BUSINESS MEDIA AUTO8 is a premium four-door saloon in the UK’s compact executive class, competing with the Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Its petrol engine, automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive suit drivers seeking comfort and confidence beyond a basic runabout. Mycarcheck.com records show 26 checks covering 10 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot but not a huge sample. The average private-sale valuation was £7,400, with average recorded mileage of 73,000 and annual mileage of 8,000. Checks also show around three previous keepers on average, so assess each car’s history individually. This BMW 3 Series suits commuters and small families, with styling, a cabin and reassuring wet-weather grip. Luxury trim and Business Media add appeal, while the automatic is convenient in traffic. It feels more involving than rivals, though maintenance and fuel costs can exceed saloons.