A panel of motoring experts from Auto Express has named the BMW 3 Series as the best used car of the year in the UK. The decision was unanimous, with the model praised for its variety of body styles and specification levels.
Writer Alex Ingram explained that the award was not solely based on driving dynamics but also on the range of options available. 'Whether you're in the market for a fuel-sipping diesel or a fire-breathing M3 - or anything in between - the 3 Series line-up has you covered,' he said.
The BMW 3 Series narrowly beat the Jaguar I-Pace, which finished second overall and also won awards for best used electric car and best used executive car. The assessment considered factors such as performance when new and owners' real-world experiences.
The used car market has seen growth amid the cost of living crisis, with more buyers turning to second-hand vehicles. Mike Hawes, CEO of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), noted that nearly 100,000 second-hand buyers have purchased cars less than a year old this year, helping drive economic growth and access to zero-emission vehicles.
