The BMW 3 SERIES SALOON (2015-18) 316D 4DR SALOON 2.0 DPF SS 116 EU6 SE AUTO8 is a premium, four-door family saloon: a smart, practical alternative to a hatchback or SUV. It sits in the UK’s compact executive-car class, where it competes with the Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, balancing comfort with a more engaging feel. Mycarcheck.com records 178 checks covering 82 distinct VINs, a useful sample of interest in this model. Checked cars averaged £10,800 in private-sale value and 76,000 miles, with typical annual use of 10,000 miles. The average keeper count was about 1.6, suggesting many examples have had one or two previous owners. The 116hp diesel and automatic suit commuting and motorway journeys, while its comfortable cabin and boot work well for couples or small families. It delivers BMW’s composed drive and premium feel; compare service history and running costs with rival diesels before making your choice.