The BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) 320D 5DR TOURING 2.0D DPF 184 SPORT PLUS EDITION 6SPD is a premium, five-door estate: a useful alternative to a family hatchback, with more room for luggage. In the UK used-car market, it sits among compact executive estates, competing with the Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. mycarcheck.com recorded 953 look-ups covering 419 different VINs, a substantial snapshot of buyer interest. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £3,800, average recorded mileage of 134,000 miles and annual use of around 9,000 miles. The cars had about 3.8 previous keepers on average, so individual history deserves close attention. This diesel Touring suits commuters and families needing a car with flexible carrying space, while its 184-horsepower engine and six-speed manual promise brisk, involving driving. Sport Plus trim adds purposeful character. Against rivals, the 320d is known for balancing estate usefulness with the driver-focused feel of a BMW.