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We first voted the BMW 3-series to our 10Best list in
1992. That car was the 325i, and in 3-series genealogy, it
was two generations older, or the grandfather, of
today’s model. With 189 horsepower generated from its
2.5-liter six-cylinder engine, the ’92 325i hit 60 mph
in 6.9 seconds and cornered at a well-balanced 0.80
g.Today’s most powerful equivalent is the 335i, with a
300-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter version of the classic six. It
zips to 60 in 4.8 seconds and corners at 0.89 g while
offering more luxury and space and delivering better fuel
economy and a quieter, more comfortable ride than its
forebear.Each year, the 3-series has gotten a bit more power,
an upgraded suspension, a stiffer structure, or a new body
style to keep it fresh and current. These constant upgrades
have kept the 3-series on our 10Best list for a record 16
consecutive years.And although the car has grown about six
inches and 500 pounds in the intervening years, the 3-series
remains the definitive sports sedan, delivering the driving
satisfaction of a sports car in the body of a practical
machine. For a car enthusiast, everyday drivers don’t
come any better
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