BMW 318d GT tested (equipment, prices and final verdict)

Equipment is a central aspect when it comes to enjoying a complete drive. After analysing handling, consumption, exterior design and interior space in the 3 Series Gran Turismo, we will give you details of the main equipment items, versions and prices, along with a final verdict.

Equipment and options

Our test car was a 3 Series GT 318d Base Line, the entry-level model in the diesel range. It came with leather upholstery, an infotainment system and wood-effect decorative trim (€355.15), a simple package but one that covers the essentials for everyday use.

BMW Spain offers up to 33 different versions depending on engine and transmission. The petrol engines range from the 184 CV of the 320i up to the 306 CV of the 335i variants, with or without xDrive.

As for diesels, the 3 GT in our test is the entry-level version in terms of power, with the 143 CV produced by the 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine. The most powerful diesel is the 335d with 306 CV.

Focusing on equipment, BMW Spain offers 4 versions as packs or lines: the Base Line, which is the version we tested, and then the Luxury, Modern and Sport lines. Additionally, the M Sport package is available.

Each line costs €2,252.79, while the M Sport package costs €4,151.77. Besides a clearly sporty look, it includes changes to the suspension settings and other elements that ‘transform’ the 3 Series GT.

Another optional extra that may be very interesting when configuring the 3 Series GT is the Innovation Package, which for €3,897.27 includes professional navigation, a head-up display, speed limit info and a full instrument cluster.

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo prices

The prices shown below do not include current promotions or discounts, such as the PIVE 6 Plan. They do include transport, registration tax and VAT.

Petrol versions

Gran Turismo 320i Manual — €39,100.00
Gran Turismo 320i Automatic — €41,651.12
Gran Turismo 320i Automatic Sport — €41,886.34

Gran Turismo 320i xDrive Manual — €43,299.99
Gran Turismo 320i xDrive Automatic — €44,195.28
Gran Turismo 320i xDrive Automatic Sport — €44,430.51

Gran Turismo 328i Manual — €44,100.00
Gran Turismo 328i Automatic — €46,651.11
Gran Turismo 328i Automatic Sport — €46,886.34

Gran Turismo 328i xDrive Automatic — €48,500.00
Gran Turismo 328i xDrive Automatic Sport — €48,737.14

Gran Turismo 335i Manual — €53,099.99
Gran Turismo 335i Automatic — €55,752.55
Gran Turismo 335i Automatic Sport — €55,997.13

Gran Turismo 335i xDrive Automatic — €55,700.00
Gran Turismo 335i xDrive Automatic Sport — €55,946.57

Diesel versions

Gran Turismo 318d Manual — €37,800.00
Gran Turismo 318d Automatic — €41,835.00

Gran Turismo 320d Manual — €41,200.00
Gran Turismo 320d Automatic — €43,751.12
Gran Turismo 320d Automatic Sport — €43,986.34

Gran Turismo 320d xDrive Manual — €43,700.00
Gran Turismo 320d xDrive Automatic — €46,251.11
Gran Turismo 320d xDrive Automatic Sport — €46,486.34

Gran Turismo 325d Manual — €44,500.00
Gran Turismo 325d Automatic — €47,051.11
Gran Turismo 325d Automatic Sport — €47,286.34

Gran Turismo 330d Automatic — €52,700.00
Gran Turismo 330d Automatic Sport — €52,937.14

Gran Turismo 330d xDrive Automatic — €55,300.00
Gran Turismo 330d xDrive Automatic Sport — €55,537.14

Gran Turismo 335d xDrive Automatic — €58,499.99
Gran Turismo 335d xDrive Automatic Sport — €58,737.13

Final verdict

After covering almost 1,200 kilometres with the BMW 3 Series GT 318d Base Line, the outcome of our test makes it clear that this 3 Series Gran Turismo is a well-balanced product that carves out its own space across several segments.

BMW is clearly aimed at buyers looking for ergonomics and space without giving up the dynamism and confidence that any BMW delivers. Overall impressions behind the wheel have been good.

However, personal opinion aside, if I had to choose a car with these attributes, I would opt for a 3 Series Touring, a decision based mainly on styling, because on comfort and handling I can’t find anything negative to say about the 3 Series Gran Turismo.

In its favour, with the M Sport package and a few other options, the GT would gain a lot visually and perhaps ‘look better’, though bear in mind this is a personal opinion. But as I said, it is a product with a notable balance.

Those users who want plenty of space for passengers and cargo in a comfortable vehicle, safe and well-behaved, but who don’t want an SUV, will find in the 3 Series GT a product that fully meets their needs.

Not forgetting the efficiency offered by the BMW engines, a point in its favour: consumption very close to, or even below, that of a compact SUV. The same goes for the customisation options, a new driving experience in a ‘new’ segment, which leaves a good overall impression.

Technical specifications of this car

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