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    2009 BMW 3 Series

    Used from

    $54,500 excl. on-roads

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    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    5.4 - 9.9 L / 100km

    About the BMW 3 Series

    Last updated Jul 01, 2025

    The 2009 BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D sedan, 2D coupe, 2D convertible and 5D station wagon body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $54,500 for the Executive variant and topping out at $129,300 for the Base.

    There are 2 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2008.

    Engine options include 3.0L turbo multi-point injection (225kW/400Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (225kW/400Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (160kW/250Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (180kW/520Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (115kW/200Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (130kW/350Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual or manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2009 3 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    79.67 - 141.75 kW/t
    68.58 kW/t
    196.99 kW/t
    Boot Space
    460 litres
    315 litres
    490 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.41 - 9.8 L/100km
    5.41 L/100km
    13.89 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    612 - 1,130 km
    478 km
    1,167 km
    Price
    $54,500 - $112,200
    $49,950
    $172,900
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    4 years
    Years on Sale
    4 - 5 years
    New this year
    5 years

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    2009 BMW 3 Series Price

    Base

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$107,300
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$111,950
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$112,500
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$75,900
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$75,900
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$115,450
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$125,299
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$125,800
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$128,799
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$70,959
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$73,924
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$97,121
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$100,088
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$83,350
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$86,317
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$67,400
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$67,400
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$62,500
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$63,200
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$58,300
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD$63,200
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$111,700
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD$112,200
    3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$128,799
    3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD$129,300
    3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$115,450
    3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD$116,000
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, RWD$87,250
    *excl. on-roads

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    2009 BMW 3 Series Specs

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    Executive

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
      • Rear Outlet
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
      • Usb Connection Front
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Pop Out
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Active
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 3
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.5
      • Headroom Front: 978
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Rear: 953
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1460
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1454
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.4
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1408
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 55.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1399
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Titanium
      • On Dash: Titanium
      • On Doors: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • 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
    • 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): 144
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor

    Base

    Adds to Executive:
    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Fixed Hoop
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Cool storage compartment
      • Type: By Air Conditioning Vent
    • Cruise control
      • Speed Limiter
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
      • Media Type: Cd
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Thigh Support
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Directional Headlights
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.8
      • Headroom Rear: 934
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1403
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.3
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1404
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1318
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Net
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
      • Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 4
    • Mobile phone
      • Wireless Connection: Bluetooth
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
      • Data Feed: Dvd
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
    • Power steering
      • Type: Electric
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bucket
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
      • Includes Radio Settings
      • Type: Manual
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
    Removes from Executive:
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Rear: 953
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1454
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.4
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1408
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1399
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Titanium
      • On Dash: Titanium
      • On Doors: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
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    2009 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    1406mm
    1817mm
    4520mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2009 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

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    2009 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 17 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the Executive with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 5.4L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 3 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 9.9L 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.

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    2009 BMW 3 Series Warranty

    What is the warranty on a BMW 3 Series?

    The BMW 3 Series offers a 3 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 Executive that starts from $54,500.

    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the Base that starts from $129,300.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Executive and Base.

    The largest BMW 3 Series is the Base which measures 1817mm wide, 4520mm in length and sits 1421mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the Base which has 225kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

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    The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the Base which weighs 2180 kg (kerb weight).

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

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