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Thank you for the replies. Very much appreciated. I did think about speaking to the service manager but as I really don't think there is anything actually wrong, it seemed like a waste of time. I am hoping I get used to it but after spending rather a lot of money it's a little disappointing to not be completely happy with it!

I recently bought my first BMW, a 2011 318i Touring. My previous car was a Golf GTi but I had prepared myself for the drop in performance as a compromise for getting the newest car I could afford with the balance of the manufacturer's warranty and a service pack. Unfortunately I'm really not enjoying it. I'm not sure if it's the gear ratios or the clutch The only way I can describe it is that it feels like hard work driving it around town. It doesn't 'feel' like there is anything wrong with it. No strange noises etc. It just doesn't seem as smooth as the Golf. Naturally none of this was apparent on the short test drive! I know my description is a little vague but has anyone else experienced this or is it just me and I've simply chosen the wrong car? I would be very grateful for your thoughts...