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    1997 BMW 3 Series

    Used from

    $38,750 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    2 year, NaN km

    Fuel Efficiency

    5.7 - 8.6 L / 100km

    About the BMW 3 Series

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 1997 BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D sedan, 2D coupe, 2D convertible and 3D hatchback body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $38,750 for the 316i variant and topping out at $131,750 for the M3.

    There are 14 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia.

    Engine options include 2.8L multi-point injection (142kW/280Nm), 1.6L multi-point injection (75kW/150Nm), 1.8L multi-point injection (85kW/168Nm), 1.9L multi-point injection (103kW/180Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (125kW/245Nm) and 3.2L multi-point injection (236kW/350Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 1997 3 Series was offered with a 2 year, NaN km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    77.34 - 163.28 kW/t
    70.36 kW/t
    163.28 kW/t
    Boot Space
    230 - 405 litres
    92 litres
    405 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $55,460 - $131,750
    $43,160
    $145,000
    Warranty (Years)
    2 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    No Data
    New this year
    10 years
    Service Interval
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    1997 BMW 3 Series Price

    M3

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$131,750
    *excl. on-roads

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    1997 BMW 3 Series Specs

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    316I

    • Air conditioning
      • Cfc Free Liquid
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Ashtray
      • Illuminated
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette
      • Cassette Automatic Reverse
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Radio: Am/fm
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
      • Type: Stereo
    • Body side moulding
      • Colour: Black/grey
      • Size: Narrow
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
      • Impact Absorbing
      • Rubbing Strip
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Cigarette lighter
      • Illuminated
    • Console
      • Storage: Open
      • Type: Full
    • Courtesy lights
      • Delayed/fade
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Partial Cloth
    • Electrical system
      • Type: Warning Light
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Exterior door handles
      • Colour: Black
    • Floor covering
      • Load Area: Textile
      • Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Type: Bucket
    • Fuel filler cover
      • Type: Flap
    • Glove compartment
      • Lid
    • Grab handles
      • Number Of: 3
    • Grille
      • Colour: Black
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Tilt Adjustable
      • Type: Cushion
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Off With Ignition
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Configuration: Quad
      • Lens Type: Conventional
    • Illuminated entry system
      • Interior
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Analogue
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.7
      • Headroom Front: 984
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1424
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Rear: 1409
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1348
    • Load area side covering
      • Exposed Metal: No
      • Type: Textile
    • Luxury inner roof upholstery
      • Material: Cloth/felt
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Full
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Odometer
      • Number Of: 1
    • Oil pressure
      • Type: Warning Light
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Dead Lock
      • Includes Fuel Flap
      • Internal Switch
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Rear window
      • Rear Window Demister
      • Type: Fixed
    • Reversing lights
      • Number Of: 2
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Hard Plastic Shell
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Heating Ducts To Rear
      • No Fan Speeds: 4
      • Particle Filter
      • Recirculation Setting
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 72
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Water temperature
      • Type: Gauge
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Mist Function
      • Number Of Speeds: 2

    318TI

    Adds to 316I:
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Medium
    • Floor mats
      • Material: Textile
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
      • No Fan Speeds: Variable
      • Push Button Heater Controls
    Removes from 316I:
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Narrow
    • Ventilation system
      • No Fan Speeds: 4

    318I

    Adds to 318TI:
    • Air conditioning
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Alarm
      • Remote Operation
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Narrow
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Black
    • Glove compartment
      • Illuminated
      • Lockable
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Front (in): 41.1
      • Leg Room Front: 1045
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Power locks
      • Includes Power Windows
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Spare wheel
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    Removes from 318TI:
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Medium
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
    • Floor mats
      • Material: Textile
    • Grab handles
      • Number Of: 3
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Conventional
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.7
      • Headroom Front: 984
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1424
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Rear: 1409
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1348
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Spare wheel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports

    318TI SPORT

    Adds to 318I:
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Medium
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
    • Floor mats
      • Material: Textile
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Grab handles
      • Number Of: 3
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Conventional
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.7
      • Headroom Front: 984
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1424
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Rear: 1409
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1348
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
    • Spare wheel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Spoiler
      • Colour: Body Colour
      • Type: Lip
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports
    Removes from 318I:
    • Air conditioning
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Alarm
      • Remote Operation
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Narrow
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Black
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Glove compartment
      • Illuminated
      • Lockable
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Front (in): 41.1
      • Leg Room Front: 1045
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Power locks
      • Includes Power Windows
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    • Spare wheel
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating

    318I EXECUTIVE

    Adds to 318TI SPORT:
    • Air conditioning
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Alarm
      • Remote Operation
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Narrow
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • External temperature
      • Type: Digital Display
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Glove compartment
      • Illuminated
      • Lockable
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Front (in): 41.1
      • Leg Room Front: 1045
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Power locks
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
    Removes from 318TI SPORT:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Body side moulding
      • Size: Medium
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Partial Cloth
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Floor mats
      • Material: Textile
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Grab handles
      • Number Of: 3
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Conventional
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Analogue
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.7
      • Headroom Front: 984
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1424
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Rear: 1409
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1348
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Hard Plastic Shell
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Spoiler
      • Colour: Body Colour
      • Type: Lip
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function

    318I SEDAN

    Adds to 318I EXECUTIVE:
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Partial Cloth
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports
    Removes from 318I EXECUTIVE:
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather

    318IS

    Adds to 318I SEDAN:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Instrument cluster
      • Message Display
      • Type: Analogue
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.8
      • Headroom Front: 960
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.6
      • Headroom Rear: 930
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.6
      • Hip Room Front: 1412
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 54.9
      • Hip Room Rear: 1394
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 32.2
      • Leg Room Rear: 817
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.2
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1352
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1323
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Hard Plastic Shell
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function
    Removes from 318I SEDAN:
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • External temperature
      • Type: Digital Display
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports

    318I LIMITED

    Adds to 318IS:
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • External temperature
      • Type: Digital Display
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    Removes from 318IS:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Partial Cloth
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
    • Instrument cluster
      • Message Display
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.8
      • Headroom Front: 960
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.6
      • Headroom Rear: 930
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.6
      • Hip Room Front: 1412
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 54.9
      • Hip Room Rear: 1394
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 32.2
      • Leg Room Rear: 817
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.2
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1352
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1323
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Key
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth

    323I

    Adds to 318I LIMITED:
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Engine Management
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Key
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Folding
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    Removes from 318I LIMITED:
    • External temperature
      • Type: Digital Display
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy

    323I EXECUTIVE

    Adds to 323I:
    • Cruise control
      • S/wl Mounted Cruise Controls
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy
    Removes from 323I:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Analogue
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Folding
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Hard Plastic Shell
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function

    328I

    Adds to 323I EXECUTIVE:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Convertible roof
      • Operation: Electric
      • Storage Cover: Hard
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 2
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Plastic
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • External temperature
      • Type: Digital Display
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Instrument cluster
      • Message Display
      • Type: Analogue
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front: 960
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.3
      • Headroom Rear: 921
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.6
      • Hip Room Front: 1412
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 44.1
      • Hip Room Rear: 1120
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 32.2
      • Leg Room Rear: 817
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.2
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1352
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 43.6
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1108
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Odometer
      • Number Of: 2
    • Opening rear ¼ windows
      • Remote Control Operation
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Folding
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Hard Plastic Shell
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function
    Removes from 323I EXECUTIVE:
    • Alarm
      • Remote Operation
    • Courtesy lights
      • Number Of Door Switches: 4
    • Cruise control
      • S/wl Mounted Cruise Controls
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Heated
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Engine Management
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front: 969
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.3
      • Headroom Rear: 947
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1410
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1430
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 34
      • Leg Room Rear: 863
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 53.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1358
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1353
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Odometer
      • Number Of: 1
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Ventilation system
      • Push Button Heater Controls
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km

    328I EXECUTIVE

    Adds to 328I:
    • Alarm
      • Remote Operation
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
    • Cruise control
      • S/wl Mounted Cruise Controls
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Heated
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Engine Management
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Ventilation system
      • Push Button Heater Controls
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
    Removes from 328I:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Convertible roof
      • Storage Cover: Hard
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Plastic
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Instrument cluster
      • Message Display
      • Type: Analogue
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Key
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Folding
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Hard Plastic Shell
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function

    328I HIGH-LINE

    Adds to 328I EXECUTIVE:
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 10
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Wood
    Removes from 328I EXECUTIVE:
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Leather Covered

    M3

    Adds to 328I HIGH-LINE:
    • Alarm
      • Interior Monitoring
      • Peripheral
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Eurovox
      • Cassette Search/repeat
      • Front/rear Fader
      • Number Of Bands: 2
      • Seek
      • Seek/scan
      • Tape Logic Deck
    • Bumpers
      • Impact Absorbing
    • Covering of rear of back seat
      • Type: Textile
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Partial Cloth
    • Front airbag
      • Type: Us-bag
    • Head rests
      • Type: Cushion
    • Instrument cluster
      • Message Display
      • Type: Analogue
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.8
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.6
      • Headroom Rear: 930
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 54.9
      • Hip Room Rear: 1394
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1323
    • Limited slip differential
      • Type: Viscous
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Oil pressure
      • Type: Gauge
    • Power locks
      • Operates From: Boot/hatch
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
      • Switch Location: Console
    • Rear seats
      • Folding Seat Base: Fixed
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Hard Plastic Shell
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Spoiler
      • Colour: Black
      • Type: Lip
    • Steering wheel
      • Sports
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Vanity Mirror Cover
    • Ventilation system
      • Thermostatic Heating
    • Warranty full service
      • Distance: 20,000 Km
      • Duration (months): 12
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Mist Function
    Removes from 328I HIGH-LINE:
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
    • Convertible roof
      • Operation: Electric
    • Door panel trim
      • Material: Leather
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Engine Management
    • Head rests
      • Tilt Adjustable
    • Instrument cluster
      • Type: Partial Digital
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.3
      • Headroom Rear: 921
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 44.1
      • Hip Room Rear: 1120
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 43.6
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1108
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Oil pressure
      • Type: Warning Light
    • Opening rear ¼ windows
      • Remote Control Operation
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Type: Bench
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Wood
    See all 1997 BMW 3 Series Specs

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    1997 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 12 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the 316I with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.6L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 5.7L of unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 3 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the M3 with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 3.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 8.6L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the BMW 3 Series variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    BMW 3 SeriesFuel TypeCombined
    1.6L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDUnleaded5.7 L/100km
    1.6L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDUnleaded5.9 L/100km
    See all BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    1997 BMW 3 Series Warranty

    What is the warranty on a BMW 3 Series?

    The BMW 3 Series offers a 2 year NaN km limit 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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    BMW 3 Series FAQs

    The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the 316I that starts from $38,750.

    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 that starts from $131,750.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1600 kg offered by the following variants: 323I, 323I EXECUTIVE, 328I, 328I EXECUTIVE and 328I HIGH-LINE.

    The largest BMW 3 Series is the 323I which measures 1698mm wide, 4433mm in length and sits 1393mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M3 which has 236kW of power from its 3.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

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    The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M3 which weighs 1930 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or unleaded.