The BMW 3 SERIES (1998-06) 320I 5DR TOURING 2.2 SPORT AUTO is a compact premium estate, combining five-door practicality with BMW’s driver-focused feel. In the UK used-car market, it sits between mainstream family estates and pricier executive models, offering an appealing all-rounder for buyers who want space, style and comfort. Its roomy load area and automatic gearbox suit duties, shopping and relaxed commuting, while Sport trim adds a purposeful look. The 2.2-litre petrol engine and rear-wheel-drive character make BMW more involving than rivals such as the Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate, though condition matters in an older car. Mycarcheck.com records 41 look-ups covering 22 different VINs, a small sample. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,000 and recorded mileage of 131,000; annual mileage averages 5,000, with 5.2 previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a guarantee: inspect service history and condition before buying BMW 3 Series Touring.