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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Mid-Size Car
The BMW 3 Series well and truly lives up to its reputation as the standard-bearer in this segment.
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2023 BMW 3 Series
The 2023 3 Series had its clearest appeal where driver engagement, prestige, cabin technology and a broad spread from sensible executive transport to serious performance outweighed novelty. That year, the public sales record shows 3,147 Australian deliveries. That made it relevant to shoppers who still wanted a low-slung premium car instead of a compact luxury SUV. The showroom context is simple: the BMW 3 Series has long been lauded as the benchmark luxury sports sedan, but as the buying population continue to gravitate more and more into SUVs, it’s becoming a rarer sight these days. Common comparison points were Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4 and Genesis G70.
- Driveaway
- $84,609 - $264,398†
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or PHEV
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- Driveaway
- $84,609 - $264,398†
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or PHEV
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BMW 3 Series
2023 BMW 3 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2023 BMW 3 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 3 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M Sport and the most expensive being M3 Cs.
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2023 BMW 3 Series
News
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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Mid-Size Car
The BMW 3 Series well and truly lives up to its reputation as the standard-bearer in this segment.
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More than 24,000 BMW and Mini vehicles recalled for fire risk
Almost 25,000 BMW and Mini vehicles are being recalled as they could develop an internal coolant leak which could lead to a vehicle fire.
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BMW recalls over 16,000 vehicles in Australia due to fire risk
BMW is advising owners of over 16,000 vehicles to avoid using the remote start function or leaving their vehicle running and unattended.
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Power to Weight
89.11 - 220.71 kW/t
72.61 kW/t
231.34 kW/t
Boot Space
375 - 500 litres
330 litres
649 litres
Fuel Efficiency
2.1 - 10.4 L/100km
1.3 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
567 - 1,952 km
465 km
1,952 km
Price
$84,609 - $264,398
$62,211
$264,398
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 6 years
1 year
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,070 - 2,370 kg
1,950 kg
2,735 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,800 kg
1,200 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
120 - 147 mm
97 mm
203 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
10.3 - 11.15 kWh
0.4 kWh
83.9 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
3.7 kW
3.7 kW
11.5 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
57 km
57 km
694 km
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M3 Cs
2025
$0
M Sport
2025
$102,512
M
2025
$126,543
M3
2025
$179,673
M3 Competition
2025
$198,363
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
3.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Body Type
Sedan
Station Wagon
Number of Doors
4 Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
190 kW
285 kW
353 kW
390 kW
405 kW
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2023 BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,713 mm
1,827 mm
inc mirror: 2,068 mm
inc mirror: 2,068 mm
1,440 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,713 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,827 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,068 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,851 mm |
| Load Capacity | 555 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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BMW 3 Series
Sales Data
20242,472Total Sales
20251,877Total Sales
2026657YTD Sales
BMW 3 Series Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2023 BMW 3 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant that starts from $84,609.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 Cs variant that starts from $264,398.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: M Sport, Sport Collection and M.
See all BMW 3 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant which measures 1827mm wide, 4713mm in length and sits 1444mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M3 Cs variant which has 405kW of power and 650nm of torque.
The BMW 3 Series is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The BMW 3 Series may be manufactured in Germany or Mexico.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2370 kg.
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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