It’s slick and responsive – and full-throttle paddle shifts are highly entertaining. That said, the six-speed manual, while being a little slower, delivers the more interactive experience when ...

BMW confirmed the iX3 electric SUV will be the first of the "Neue Klasse" models to launch. The iX3 is scheduled to arrive late this year, and an electric 3-series sedan will follow in 2026.

Closest rival on paper to the 300PS R-Sport is BMW’s four-cylinder 530i M Sport (£45,200, though you’ll need the 540i xDrive M Sport at £52,525 to eclipse the Jag’s performance).