BMW 3 Series Coupe

Rank: 3
Turning Radius: 17.2 feet
Length: 176.7 inches
Width: 69.2 inches
City Slickness: Impressive turning radius; excellent steering and maneuverability

The 3 Series Coupe has the sharp handling responses to help quickly maneuver around obstacles in crowded streets, but it’s also luxurious and quiet inside — and the suspension can soak up all but the largest potholes. Maneuverability in tight places is a pleasant surprise from this burly six-cylinder with compact overall dimensions and a rather amazing turning radius of 17.2 feet. The

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two variants — the 325Ci and the 330Ci —drive almost identically, but the 330Ci has more of the low-speed torque that can be helpful in city driving.

Published 05/24/2006