I just ordered a 220i Gran Tourer (wife's car).
It's a 6MT w/ luxury line. It has every option except for the glass roof.
I'm driving a 2011 328i touring (E91), so not really sure how it will compare. That said, after looking at everything in the segment, I think it's the best compromise.
My dealer told me that it may not be 'the ultimate driving machine', it has proven to be 'the ultimate customer retention vehicle'.
Here's my question: What's the best roof box for the Gran Tourer? I've ordered the roof rails.