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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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Top2010 BMW 3 Series E91 MY10.5 320d Touring Steptronic Lifestyle Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Wagon

  • 237504 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

** FAST & EASY FINANCE ** QUALITY CARS ** AFFORDABLE PRICES **

$8,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cabramatta, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

Top2010 BMW 330d CONVERTIBLE E93 - RARE - LOW KMS - HISTORY - FINANCE & TRADE INS OK

  • 94000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2010 BMW 330d CONVERTIBLE GENUINE 94,000 KMS - FULL HISTORY Very Rare & Sought After.........2010 BMW 330d Convertible Travelled a very Low & Genuine 94,000 Kms with Log Books & Full History Finished in the Amazing Crimson Red with M Sports Suspension & 18" BMW LA Star Spoke 189 Alloys Cost Over $120,000 New Some of Factory Ordered Upgrades: 0704 - M Sports Suspension 02C6 - BMW LA Wheels - Star Spoke 189 02XA - Sports Leather Steering Wheel with Paddle Shift 0322 - Comfort Acces

$17,950 Excl. Gov. Charges
South Windsor, NSW

Dealer used
26/04/2024

Top2007 BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs

  • 139000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2007 BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ CLEARANCE SALE ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐Ÿ BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON ๐Ÿ CRUISE CONTROL ๐Ÿ ODO: 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ LEATHER SEATS ๐Ÿ BLUETOOTH ๐Ÿ WARRANTY ๐Ÿ SUN ROOF ๐Ÿ AUX PORT ๐Ÿ DIESEL ๐Ÿ AUTO ๐Ÿ 4CYL ๐Ÿ RWC ๐Ÿ 2.0L ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ 6MONTH FRESH REGO AVAILABLE UPON YOUR REQUEST [$450 SURCHARGE] ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ THE CAR COMES WITH ROAD WORTHY CERTIFICATE ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ YEAR OF MANUFACTURE: 2006 COMPLIANCE: 2007 ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ THE CAR COMES WITH

$8,900 Excl. Gov. Charges
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2010 BMW 3 Series E91 MY10.5 320d Touring Steptronic Lifestyle Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Wagon

  • 237504 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

** FAST & EASY FINANCE ** QUALITY CARS ** AFFORDABLE PRICES **

$8,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cabramatta, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2007 BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs

  • 139000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2007 BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ CLEARANCE SALE ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐Ÿ BMW 320D AUTO DIESEL 4CYL 2.0L ONLY 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON ๐Ÿ CRUISE CONTROL ๐Ÿ ODO: 139,000KMs ๐Ÿ LEATHER SEATS ๐Ÿ BLUETOOTH ๐Ÿ WARRANTY ๐Ÿ SUN ROOF ๐Ÿ AUX PORT ๐Ÿ DIESEL ๐Ÿ AUTO ๐Ÿ 4CYL ๐Ÿ RWC ๐Ÿ 2.0L ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ 6MONTH FRESH REGO AVAILABLE UPON YOUR REQUEST [$450 SURCHARGE] ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ THE CAR COMES WITH ROAD WORTHY CERTIFICATE ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ YEAR OF MANUFACTURE: 2006 COMPLIANCE: 2007 ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ THE CAR COMES WITH

$8,900 Excl. Gov. Charges
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2008 BMW 3 Series E90 MY08 320d Steptronic Gold 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 132970 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Guaranteed clear title, RWC Trade-Ins Welcome Finance approval available Warranty Available Independent pre purchase inspections welcome. We are a family owned dealership with over 30 years experience in the automotive industry. We pride ourselves in providing our customers a seamless and memorable experience. So, if you're looking to purchase a quality pre-owned vehicle visit our dealership conveniently located just 15 minutes from Melbourne CBD. Please note, vehicle inspection is via ap

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Coburg North, VIC

Dealer used
16 hours ago

2010 BMW 320d

  • 271304 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Front Impact damage Unlic Repairable Write-Off Engine runs fine. Call Motown Auto Wholesale

$3,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
East Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 320d M Sport Black 8 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 54500 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

For Sale: 2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 320d M Sport RWD Sedan in Sophisticated Black รขโ‚ฌโ€œ A Fusion of Performance, Efficiency, and Sporty Elegance Elevate your driving experience with our 2015 BMW 3 Series F30 MY1114 320d M Sport RWD Sedan, presented in an elegant black finish that exudes sophistication and class. This vehicle seamlessly combines BMW's renowned driving dynamics with the efficiency of a diesel engine and the sporty flair of the M Sport package, making it the ideal choice for dis

$26,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Nunawading, VIC

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2010 BMW 330d CONVERTIBLE E93 - RARE - LOW KMS - HISTORY - FINANCE & TRADE INS OK

  • 94000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2010 BMW 330d CONVERTIBLE GENUINE 94,000 KMS - FULL HISTORY Very Rare & Sought After.........2010 BMW 330d Convertible Travelled a very Low & Genuine 94,000 Kms with Log Books & Full History Finished in the Amazing Crimson Red with M Sports Suspension & 18" BMW LA Star Spoke 189 Alloys Cost Over $120,000 New Some of Factory Ordered Upgrades: 0704 - M Sports Suspension 02C6 - BMW LA Wheels - Star Spoke 189 02XA - Sports Leather Steering Wheel with Paddle Shift 0322 - Comfort Acces

$17,950 Excl. Gov. Charges
South Windsor, NSW

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2014 BMW 3 20d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 194260 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

๐Ÿš— For Sale: BMW 320D ๐Ÿ“… Year: 2014 ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Mileage: 194,260 km ๐Ÿ“ Location: Medindie 5081, SA ๐Ÿ’ฐ Price: $ 19,000 ๐Ÿ“ž Revolutionize your driving experience with the BMW 320D 2014, now available at our showroom! This iconic sedan combines breathtaking performance, exquisite design, and cutting-edge technology to deliver an unparalleled ride. Featuring a powerful 2.0-liter diesel engine, the BMW 320D offers dynamic performance without compromising on fuel efficiency. Its sleek exterio

$19,000
Medindie Gardens, SA

06/04/2024

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.