by BENGT HALVORSON,
Associated Press
Turning Radius: 17.2 feet
Length: 176.0 inches
Width: 68.5 inches
City Slickness: Impressive turning radius; excellent steering and maneuver- ability
For a sport sedan with sharp handling, the 3 Series is luxurious and quiet inside with enough space for four adults. It rides firmly and can soak up the worst potholes. Maneuverability is a pleasant surprise with compact overall dimensions and a rather amazing turning radius of 17.2 feet. Its sibling, the 330i, doesn’t turn quite as tightly but it has even more of the low-speed torque that can be helpful in city driving.