Could BMW make a sub-200-horsepower sedan that still drove the way we expected a 3 Series to drive? To find out, we borrowed the new 320i for a week of testing.

The perky 181bhp 320i is an excellent option if you don’t fancy a diesel or have the option to plug-in very often. Its rev-happy nature sits well with the 3 Series' sporty character.

The BMW 3 Series leads the charge in the premium executive car class. Its primary appeal is the way it drives, but its engines and infotainment system are first-rate too. The only thing we’d ...