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2023 BMW 3 Series
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.
The 3 Series line-up recently received BMW’s usual ‘LCI’ mid-life facelift for 2023, bringing revised looks front and rear, as well as the brand’s latest iDrive 8 infotainment package with conjoined high-resolution widescreen displays.
It also meant significant price increases, with some variants up by more than $10,000. They mean the 320i and 330i are line-ball with the new-generation Mercedes-Benz C200 and C300.
Retail Price
$78,900 - $249,900†
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
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
$78,900 - $249,900†
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
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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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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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
$78,900 - $249,900
$57,400
$249,900
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 5 years
2 years
2 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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BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,713 mm
1,827 mm
in mirror: 2,068 mm
in 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
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport that starts from $78,900.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 Cs that starts from $249,900.
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 which measures 1827mm wide, 4713mm in length and sits 1444mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M3 Cs which has 405kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo engine.
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The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition which weighs 2370 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
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