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    2004 BMW 3 Series

    Used from

    $41,750 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    2 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    7.4 - 9.8 L / 100km

    About the BMW 3 Series

    Last updated Jul 01, 2025

    The 2004 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 $41,750 for the Base variant and topping out at $116,000 for the Base.

    There are 3 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), 1.8L multi-point injection (85kW/180Nm) 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 2004 3 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    85.94 - 114.45 kW/t
    67.66 kW/t
    193.85 kW/t
    Boot Space
    300 - 410 litres
    115 litres
    490 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $65,900 - $116,000
    $38,930
    $210,000
    Warranty (Years)
    2 years
    1 year
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    No Data
    New this year
    10 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2004 BMW 3 Series Price

    Sport

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$56,450
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$59,050
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$65,400
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$68,000
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$72,000
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$74,600
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$74,400
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$95,800
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$69,500
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$99,900
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$72,100
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$80,200
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$80,000
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$77,600
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$102,500
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$102,300

    Base

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$93,300
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$96,300
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$97,400
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$49,950
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$69,500
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$52,550
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$72,100
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$98,900
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$100,000
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$109,000
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$110,500
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$111,600
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$113,100
    1.8L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$41,750
    1.8L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$43,869
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$62,900
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$65,900
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$67,000
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$65,500
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$68,500
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$69,600
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$80,900
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$77,500
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$102,800
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$99,800
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$114,500
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$116,000
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$92,400
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$95,000
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$99,000
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$47,400
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$49,519
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$74,000
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$75,100
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$76,600
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$77,700
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$64,500
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD$67,100
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$65,900
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$68,500

    Executive

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$93,300
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$69,500
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$72,100
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$62,900
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$65,500
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$53,950
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$56,550
    *excl. on-roads

    All BMW 3 Series Pricing

    YearPrice From*Price To*
    2025$167,100$186,100
    2024$80,200$180,100
    2023$78,900$180,100
    2022$69,900$113,600
    2021$69,900$111,900
    *excl. on-roads
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    2004 BMW 3 Series Specs

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    Sport

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Thigh Support
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • 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
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
      • Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 4
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
      • Information Type: Arrows And Voice
    • 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
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • 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
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
      • Type: Manual
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • 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
      • Rain Sensor

    Base

    Adds to Sport:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Courtesy lights
      • Delayed/fade
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Wide Angle
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
    • Headlight cleaners
      • Type: High Pressure
    • 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 Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Safety Operation
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    Removes from Sport:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
    • 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
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed

    Executive

    Adds to Base:
    • 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 Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
    Removes from Base:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
      • Wide Angle
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Headlight cleaners
      • Type: High Pressure
    • 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 Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Arrows And Voice
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
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    2004 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    1415mm
    1739mm
    4471mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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    2004 BMW 3 Series Towing Capacity

    YearBraked Capacity fromBraked Capacity to
    20241500Kg1800Kg
    20231500Kg1800Kg
    20221500Kg1800Kg
    20211500Kg1800Kg
    20201600Kg1800Kg
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    2004 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the Base with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 7.4L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 3 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the Executive with a 5-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 9.8L 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
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded7.4 L/100km
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.3 L/100km
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.9 L/100km
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded9.8 L/100km
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded9.0 L/100km
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded9.8 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded9.0 L/100km
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded9.6 L/100km
    2.2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.2L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
    3.0L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded-
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    2004 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 Base that starts from $41,750.

    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $116,000.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1700 kg offered by the following variants: Executive, Sport and Base.

    The largest BMW 3 Series is the Executive which measures 1739mm wide, 4471mm in length and sits 1415mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the Executive which has 170kW of power from its 3.0L 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 2040 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW 3 Series uses premium unleaded.