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    2003 BMW 3 Series

    Used from

    $49,950 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    2 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    0 / 100km

    About the BMW 3 Series

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2003 BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D sedan, 2D coupe, 2D convertible, 3D hatchback and 5D station wagon body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $49,950 for the Base variant and topping out at $158,000 for the Base.

    There are 2 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2003.

    Engine options include 3.0L multi-point injection (170kW/300Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (105kW/200Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (141kW/245Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (252kW/365Nm) and 2.2L multi-point injection (125kW/210Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic, 6-speed manual or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2003 3 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

    2003 BMW 3 Series Price

    *excl. on-roads

    2003 BMW 3 Series Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the BMW 3 Series

    Executive

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Courtesy lights
      • Delayed/fade
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.4
      • Headroom Front: 975
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Rear: 952
      • Hip Room Front (in): 54.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1382
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 54.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1376
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 56.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1437
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 56.6
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1437
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 72
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • 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
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic

    Base

    Adds to Executive:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
    • Alarm
      • Interior Monitoring
      • Peripheral
      • Remote Operation
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • Cassette
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
      • Heated
      • Wide Angle
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
      • Thigh Support
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Sports
    • Headlight cleaners
      • Type: High Pressure
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Front: 953
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.5
      • Headroom Rear: 926
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57
      • Hip Room Front: 1447
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1402
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.5
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1384
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.7
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1338
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
      • Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 4
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
      • Type: Manual
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Rain Sensor
    Removes from Executive:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Type: Bucket
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.4
      • Headroom Front: 975
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Rear: 952
      • Hip Room Front (in): 54.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1382
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 54.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1376
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 56.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1437
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 56.6
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1437
    • Luxury trim
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
    See all 2003 BMW 3 Series Specs

    2003 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    1415mm
    1739mm
    4471mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2003 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    2003 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    2003 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.

    BMW 3 Series FAQs

    The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $49,950.

    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $158,000.

    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 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.

    The {modelTitle} is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The BMW 3 Series may be manufactured in .

    The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the Base which weighs 2100 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW 3 Series uses premium unleaded.