Few coupes are as good to drive or have such an impressive engine range as the 3 Series. As two-door cars go, it's a practical choice, too, with space for four and a reasonable boot. The conservative looks make the 3 more of a two-door saloon than a striking coupe.

The 3 Series Coupe shares its underpinnings with the saloon and has a similarly accomplished drive. The ride is firm - particularly on the 19-inch wheels - but the pay-off is outstanding grip and composure. Even the twistiest roads are tackled without drama, and the steering provides reassuring weight and feel.

Although the Coupe's frameless side windows create a little more wind noise than there is in the saloon, the 3 Series Coupe's cabin is quiet. Road, suspension and wind noise are all very well isolated, while engine noise on the versions we drove was desirable rather than intrusive. The manual gearshift requires precise timing and a deft touch, otherwise it can be clunky, especially at low speed. The autos are smooth, however.

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