BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) 318I 143 4DR SALOON 2.0I SS EU5 PERFORMANCE EDITION 6SPD
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) 318I 143 4DR SALOON 2.0I SS EU5 PERFORMANCE EDITION 6SPD is a compact executive saloon: a more premium, driver-focused alternative to mainstream family cars, while remaining practical for everyday UK use. Its petrol engine and six-speed manual suit buyers seeking a conventional, roomy four-door car rather than a hatchback or SUV.
Mycarcheck.com has recorded 590 look-ups covering 218 distinct cars, a useful snapshot of interest in this older BMW. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £3,700 and average recorded mileage of 85,000 miles; annual mileage averages 6,000, with around four previous keepers. These figures are guideposts, not a price promise, and the individual car’s history and condition matter.
Comfortable road manners suit commuters, families and longer trips. Against Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class rivals, the 318i brings BMW driver-focused character and useful saloon space, appealing to buyers who prefer a car to an SUV.
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Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 218 different vehicles, run between February 22nd 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
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Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£3,700
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