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The new BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D Coupe, 2D Coupe, 3D Coupe, 5D Coupe, 4D Sedan, 5D Sedan, 2D Convertible and 3D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $41,750 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $158,000 for the Base.
There are 14 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia.
Engine options include 3L multi-point injection (170kW/300Nm), 2L multi-point injection (105kW/200Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (141kW/245Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (252kW/365Nm), 1.8L multi-point injection (85kW/180Nm) and 2.2L multi-point injection (125kW/210Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2002 3 Series is offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
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| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $41,750 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $43,869 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $46,900 |
| 2L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $49,019 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $49,950 |
| 2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $52,550 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $53,950 |
| 2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $56,550 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $53,950 |
| 2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $56,550 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $62,000 |
| 2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $64,600 |
| 2.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $65,000 |
| 2.2L, 5-speed auto, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $67,600 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $63,900 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $66,500 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $65,100 |
| 2.2L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $67,700 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $68,100 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $70,700 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $72,850 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $75,450 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $91,600 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $94,650 |
| 3L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $97,250 |
| 3L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $108,500 |
| 3L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $111,100 |
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $141,500 |
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| BMW 3 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
What is the warranty on a BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series offers a 2 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $41,750.
The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $158,000.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1700 kg offered by the following variants: Base and 330ci.
The largest BMW 3 Series is the Base which measures 1780mm wide, 4492mm in length and sits 1383mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the Base which has 252kW of power from its 3.2L Multi-Point Injection engine.
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The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the Base which weighs 2100 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 3 Series uses Premium Unleaded.