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BMW 3 SERIES Used Car Review

The 3 Series is German car maker BMW's signature model - a compact luxury passenger car that has existed in multiple generations since its 1975 debut. Since 2014, the 3 Series name has applied to sedan and wagon body styles only, with coupe and convertible models adopting the 4 Series nomenclature. The 3 Series has long been considered one of the most entertaining cars to drive in its class, and the flagship M3 performance variant is especially famous.

Pros

Cons

  • Entertaining to drive with beautiful handling
  • Fuel efficiency consistently excellent, and often class-leading
  • Superb performance of six-cylinder engines
  • Good build quality
  • Run-flat tyres (introduced in 2007 in lieu of a spare wheel) bring a firmer ride
  • Four-cylinder turbos replaced brand's famous six-cylinders in performance but not sound
  • Adaptive suspension (optional on many models) needed for best ride quality
  • Interior presentation has generally lagged behind rival Audi A4
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2012 BMW 328i F30 Silver 8 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 158753 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

441 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC, 3029(Mel Ref: 203 D11) PH: OR 03******1177.

$14,999 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

Top2011 BMW 3 20i LIFESTYLE 2.0L Automatic

  • 118426 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2011 BMW 3 20i LIFESTYLE 2.0L Automatic with only 118426 km on the clock. Full logbook services history, freshly serviced as well. Drives extremelly smooth, everything is working as it should be. Super clean and tidy vehicle inside out. Perfect vehicle for someone that is seeking for a daily drive around. Packed with features including; Dual Front Airbag Package Anti-Lock Braking Brake Assist Dynamic Stability Control Electronic Brake Force Distribution Head Airbags Engine Immobiliser Seatbelt

$11,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Gepps Cross, SA

Dealer used
5 hours ago

Top2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 328i M Sport Grey 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 162047 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*Australia wide, interstate transport options available *3 years parts and labour warranty available *Great trade in valuations offered *Over 200 vehicle in stock *Test Drives & Trade-Ins Welcome *Price is exclusive of $395 dealer admin fee *W e s t e r n S y d n e y ' s #1 Vehicle Wholesaler! *COME TO YARD 5 , CARCITY P#

$18,800 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

Top2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 316i Luxury Line Havannagrey 8 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 77142 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

BMW 316i F30 MY15 Luxury Line Havana Metallic Luxury Sedan! optioned with BMW Luxury Line Package. With Beige Luxury Leather 2 keys and all the right options! Low Klms and in excellent condition-Has the right look simply stunning vehicle! We can provide service history and clear title certificate at the time of inspection. Plus this BMW Comes with 12 month extended warranty included. ***Vehicle Specifications*** - Transmission - 8 Speed Automatic - Drive - Rear wheel drive - Engin

$22,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion, QLD

Dealer used
09/05/2024

Top2023 BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 330i Steptronic M Sport Blue 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 4700 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Additional extra options valued at $9750 Factory Warranty Expiry Jul-2028 or 200,000km The vehicle will be sold with NSW registration included M Sport package Interior trim finishers Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite M leather steering wheel M Aerodynamics package M headliner anthracite Equipment package Professional Interior and exterior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function BMW Live Cockpit Professional Visibility Package Glass roof, electrical Adaptive LED headlights Comfort Package

$79,990 Drive Away^
Waitara, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

Top2018 BMW 3 Series F30 LCI 330i M Sport Black 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 69776 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

M SPORT PACKAGE, PROFFESIONAL NAVIGATION, HEADS UP DISPLAY, PREMIUM AUDIO, LED TECHNOLOGY HEADLIGHTS, SUNROOF, HEATED SEATS PLUS MUCH MORE Elevate your driving experience with the 2018 BMW 330i M Sport Sedan, a perfect fusion of luxury, performance, and style. Powered by a responsive 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, the 330i delivers an exhilarating 248 horsepower, ensuring swift acceleration and dynamic handling on every journey. The M Sport package takes this sedan to the next level, enhancing

$39,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Port Melbourne, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

2011 BMW 3 20i LIFESTYLE 2.0L Automatic

  • 118426 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2011 BMW 3 20i LIFESTYLE 2.0L Automatic with only 118426 km on the clock. Full logbook services history, freshly serviced as well. Drives extremelly smooth, everything is working as it should be. Super clean and tidy vehicle inside out. Perfect vehicle for someone that is seeking for a daily drive around. Packed with features including; Dual Front Airbag Package Anti-Lock Braking Brake Assist Dynamic Stability Control Electronic Brake Force Distribution Head Airbags Engine Immobiliser Seatbelt

$11,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Gepps Cross, SA

Dealer used
5 hours ago

2018 BMW 3 Series F30 LCI 330i M Sport Black 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 69776 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

M SPORT PACKAGE, PROFFESIONAL NAVIGATION, HEADS UP DISPLAY, PREMIUM AUDIO, LED TECHNOLOGY HEADLIGHTS, SUNROOF, HEATED SEATS PLUS MUCH MORE Elevate your driving experience with the 2018 BMW 330i M Sport Sedan, a perfect fusion of luxury, performance, and style. Powered by a responsive 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, the 330i delivers an exhilarating 248 horsepower, ensuring swift acceleration and dynamic handling on every journey. The M Sport package takes this sedan to the next level, enhancing

$39,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Port Melbourne, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 328i M Sport Grey 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 162047 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*Australia wide, interstate transport options available *3 years parts and labour warranty available *Great trade in valuations offered *Over 200 vehicle in stock *Test Drives & Trade-Ins Welcome *Price is exclusive of $395 dealer admin fee *W e s t e r n S y d n e y ' s #1 Vehicle Wholesaler! *COME TO YARD 5 , CARCITY P#

$18,800 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2023 BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 330i Steptronic M Sport Blue 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 4700 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Additional extra options valued at $9750 Factory Warranty Expiry Jul-2028 or 200,000km The vehicle will be sold with NSW registration included M Sport package Interior trim finishers Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite M leather steering wheel M Aerodynamics package M headliner anthracite Equipment package Professional Interior and exterior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function BMW Live Cockpit Professional Visibility Package Glass roof, electrical Adaptive LED headlights Comfort Package

$79,990 Drive Away^
Waitara, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2012 BMW 328i F30 Silver 8 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 158753 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

441 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC, 3029(Mel Ref: 203 D11) PH: OR 03******1177.

$14,999 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 316i Luxury Line Havannagrey 8 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 77142 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

BMW 316i F30 MY15 Luxury Line Havana Metallic Luxury Sedan! optioned with BMW Luxury Line Package. With Beige Luxury Leather 2 keys and all the right options! Low Klms and in excellent condition-Has the right look simply stunning vehicle! We can provide service history and clear title certificate at the time of inspection. Plus this BMW Comes with 12 month extended warranty included. ***Vehicle Specifications*** - Transmission - 8 Speed Automatic - Drive - Rear wheel drive - Engin

$22,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion, QLD

Dealer used
09/05/2024

Overview of the BMW 3

Overview of the BMW 3

The 3 Series is German car maker BMW's signature model - a compact luxury passenger car that has existed in multiple generations since its 1975 debut.

Since 2014, the 3 Series name has applied to sedan and wagon body styles only, with coupe and convertible models adopting the 4 Series nomenclature.

The 3 Series has long been considered one of the most entertaining cars to drive in its class, and the flagship M3 performance variant is especially famous.

BMW 3 SERIES GENERATIONS (SINCE 1998)

1998-2006

2007-2012

2012-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo petrol: 5.4-6.7 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 4.4-5.3 litres per 100km

3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo petrol: 6.8-7.2 litres per 100km

3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo diesel: 6.2-6.4 litres per 100km

Hybrid 2.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO BMW 3 SERIES

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: BMW 3 SERIES

As with any high-end European car, don't go near a 3-Series that doesn't have a fully stamped service history.

Biggest potential grief comes from variable valve-timing system (VANOS, in BMW-speak) which can fail due to internal leaks within the hydraulic circuitry. Some six-cylinder 3-Series were even recalled to fix this.

Beyond a leak, VANOS can fail through a lack of oil changes as dirt and grit blocks the tiny oilways that operate the system. If it fails, it can cost thousands to fix and the car won't be right without it.

Any 3-Series showing a 'check-engine' light on the dash is cause for concern.

Some early cars from this series had a brake booster that could fail, leaving the car with brakes but no assistance, requiring the driver to press harder on the brake pedal.

Again, this was the subject of a recall, so check that it's been done on affected cars.