Many of us use our BMW E46s as daily drivers here in the UK, braving traffic, school runs, and the weekly shop. This thread is to share our real-world experiences with running costs, fuel economy (MPG), and overall reliability.
It's easy to find official figures, but what's it really like to live with an E46 day-to-day in the UK?
Share Your E46 Daily Driver Stats & Stories:
- Your Model & Engine: (e.g., 330i Saloon Auto, 318Ci Coupe Manual, 320d Touring Manual)
- Average MPG: What sort of fuel economy are you realistically achieving? (Specify driving type: mostly city, motorway, mixed)
- Annual Road Tax (VED): What are you paying for your E46?
- Insurance Costs: Roughly what are you paying and what's your age/NCB/area like (general terms)? Any tips for cheaper E46 insurance in the UK?
- Typical Annual Maintenance Costs: Servicing, tyres, brakes, unexpected repairs. What's your average yearly spend to keep it roadworthy?
- Most Expensive Repair So Far: We've all had one!
- Reliability Score (out of 10): How reliable has your E46 been as a daily?
- Why is the E46 a good (or bad) daily driver for UK conditions? (e.g., comfort, size, RWD in winter, parts availability)
- Any tips for other UK E46 daily drivers?
Let's hear your daily E46 stories!
