REVIEW

BMW revealed the all new G20 version of the 3-Series in 2018 and as great as it looked, at launch there were only 2.0 litre 4-cylinder models and it meant the death of the M3 version as production shifted over. So performance BMW fans were definitely left wanting and probably went over to the AMG C43 and Audi S4 models. But now BMW is back with their sportiest new 3-Series until the new M3 arrives – the M340i xDrive. As the name suggests, this has BMW’s AWD system which is interesting as it means better all-weather performance. That performance is provided by a 3.0 litre turbocharged straight-six producing 369bhp and 500Nm, enough for it to get to 62mph in 4.4 seconds which is rather impressive. Aggressive M-division styling combines with an impressive spec list to give you a great all-round sports saloon and you just know it’s going to handle like a dream thanks to the M/// boffins.