The 2018 BMW 3-Series makes its strongest case in performance for luxury compact buyers’ attentions.
Pros Classic look Wide number of powertrains Plenty of body styles (wagon!) Great turbo-4 and 8-speed auto
Cons Gets expensive, almost unnecessarily Dated interior Spartan base model Competitors have caught up, or even passed the 3-Series
The 2018 BMW 3 Series should make the short list for shoppers seeking a compact luxury sport sedan. Whether enjoying its blend of features and refinement or pushing its smooth power and sharp handling to the limit, you'll be impressed.
PROS Balances sharp handling with a ride quality that won't beat you up Engine choices offer power, smoothness and fuel efficiency Interior is upscale and spacious, with logical, easy-to-use controls
CONS Storage for small personal items is limited Base 320i model offers limited feature availability
The 2018 BMW 3-Series ranked #8 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the BMW 3-Series has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 50 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Comfortable, spacious seats Robust available engines Handling blends agility with comfort
Cons Few standard features Options quickly increase price Uninspiring standard engine
Classic lines? Big V-8 power? Rear-wheel drive? The 2018 Chrysler 300 still has us by the feels.
Pros Love American style? Look here Throbby V-8 No-fuss V-6 High-quality high-end cabin Still competes on in-car tech
Cons Hellcat power absent Somber base cabin Slim rear-seat leg room
The 2018 Chrysler 300 ranked #4 in Large Cars. Currently the Chrysler 300 has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 56 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Strong engines Roomy seats in both rows User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Uneven ride quality Floaty handling Lower safety scores than rivals
For 2018, Chrysler has shuffled the 300's features and trim level names, but otherwise the car remains mechanically the same. The V8 engine was previously available across the board, but it is now offered on just two trim levels.
PROS Cabin is quiet, with an upscale look and feel Available V8 engine suits the car's personality well Touchscreen technology interface is easy to use
CONS V8 engine now limited to just two trim levels Hard to see out the back because of small rear window and thick roof pillars
