About the BMW 3 Series
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 2000 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 $36,820 for the 316i variant and topping out at $152,000 for the Base.
There are 15 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2000.
Engine options include 2.8L multi-point injection (142kW/280Nm), 3.0L multi-point injection (170kW/300Nm), 1.9L multi-point injection (87kW/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 2000 3 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2000 BMW 3 Series Price
316i
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $36,820 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $38,230 |
316i Contour
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $38,890 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $40,300 |
316i Exclusive
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $39,830 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $41,240 |
Contour
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $41,450 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $42,950 |
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $46,800 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $48,500 |
Exclusive
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $42,450 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $43,950 |
318Ti Contour
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $43,905 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $45,505 |
TI
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $45,500 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $47,200 |
TI CONTOUR
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $46,800 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $48,500 |
318Ti Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $47,380 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $48,980 |
TI SPORT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $50,500 |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $52,200 |
323i
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $65,190 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $67,790 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $69,780 |
| 2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $72,380 |
Base
Ci
Executive
High-Line
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $99,450 |
| 2.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $92,940 |
| 2.8L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $101,750 |
| 2.8L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $95,240 |
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2000 BMW 3 Series Specs
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2000 BMW 3 Series Dimensions
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2000 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy
| BMW 3 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.9L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
| 1.9L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
2000 BMW 3 Series Warranty
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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BMW 3 Series FAQs
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the 316i that starts from $36,820.
The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $152,000.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is offered by the Base which can tow 1700 kg
The largest BMW 3 Series is the Base which measures 1739mm wide, 4471mm in length and sits 1415mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the Base which has 236kW of power from its 3.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.
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The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the Base which weighs 1980 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 3 Series uses premium unleaded.