The previous generation of the BMW 3 Series topped with the corner-carving M3, the F80 with a twin-turbo sixer and a DCT. The truth of the matter is, even the 340i version of the F30 can hold its own ...

BMW 340i Nürburgring test pushes a heavily modified B58-powered build to its limits, revealing both impressive performance and clear weaknesses. Built for under £20,000, the car delivers around 520 hp ...