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    2011 BMW 3 Series

    Used from

    $55,501 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    3 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    4.7 - 12.7 L / 100km

    About the BMW 3 Series

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2011 BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D sedan, 5D station wagon, 2D coupe and 2D convertible body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $55,501 for the Lifestyle variant and topping out at $176,699 for the M3.

    There are 11 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2010.

    Engine options include 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (225kW/400Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (135kW/380Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (160kW/250Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (180kW/520Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (115kW/200Nm) and 4.0L multi-point injection (309kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual or manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2011 3 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    2011 BMW 3 Series Price

    *excl. on-roads

    2011 BMW 3 Series Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the BMW 3 Series

    Lifestyle

    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • 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
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
      • Usb Connection Front
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 2
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Active
      • Number: 3
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.5
      • Headroom Front: 978
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.5
      • Headroom Rear: 953
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1459
      • 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
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • 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
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Type: Manual
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • 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

    Edition Sport

    Adds to Lifestyle:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Internal dimensions
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.5
      • Hip Room Front: 1460
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Removes from Lifestyle:
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Internal dimensions
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1459
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear window
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather

    Exclusive Innovations Package

    Adds to Edition Sport:
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Ipod Front
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Type: Bucket
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Directional Headlights
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear window
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    Removes from Edition Sport:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth

    Edition Sport Innovations

    Adds to Exclusive Innovations Package:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Removes from Exclusive Innovations Package:
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Ipod Front
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Type: Bucket
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear window
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions

    Sport Innovations Package

    Adds to Edition Sport Innovations:
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear window
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    Removes from Edition Sport Innovations:
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth

    Innovations

    Adds to Sport Innovations Package:
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
      • Media Type: Cd
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.0
      • Headroom Front: 965
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.5
      • Headroom Rear: 927
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 52.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1320
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.3
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1404
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 49.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1251
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Card Key
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bench/sports
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Automatic
    Removes from Sport Innovations Package:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 2
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.5
      • Headroom Front: 978
      • 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 (in): 55.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1399
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear window
      • Type: Hinge
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Manual
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Phone Functions

    Exclusive

    Adds to Innovations:
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.5
      • Headroom Front: 978
      • 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 (in): 55.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1399
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    Removes from Innovations:
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
      • Media Type: Cd
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
      • Thigh Support
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.0
      • Headroom Front: 965
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.5
      • Headroom Rear: 927
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 52.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1320
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.3
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1404
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 49.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1251
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bench/sports
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System

    M Sport Innovations

    Adds to Exclusive:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
      • Media Type: Cd
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.0
      • Headroom Front: 965
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.5
      • Headroom Rear: 927
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 52.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1320
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.3
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1404
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 49.3
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1251
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bench/sports
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
    Removes from Exclusive:
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.5
      • Headroom Front: 978
      • 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 (in): 55.1
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1399
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3

    Base

    Adds to M Sport Innovations:
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
    Removes from M Sport Innovations:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy

    M Sport

    Adds to Base:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Front seat
      • Type: Sports
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    Removes from Base:
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black

    M3

    Adds to M Sport:
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Titanium
      • On Dash: Titanium
      • On Doors: Titanium
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: One-piece
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 10
    Removes from M Sport:
    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Cd
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Dipping For Reversing: Automatic
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
    • Head rests
      • Active
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    See all 2011 BMW 3 Series Specs

    2011 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    1369mm
    1782mm
    4612mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2011 BMW 3 Series Dimensions

    2011 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 19 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the M Sport with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 4.7L of diesel 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 4.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 12.7L 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.

    See all BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy

    2011 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.

    BMW 3 Series FAQs

    The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the Lifestyle that starts from $55,501.

    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 that starts from $176,699.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Exclusive, Exclusive Innovations Package, Base, M Sport, Sport Innovations Package, Innovations and M Sport Innovations.

    The largest BMW 3 Series is the Sport Innovations Package which measures 1817mm wide, 4531mm in length and sits 1421mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M3 which has 309kW of power from its 4.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

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    The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M3 which weighs 2280 kg (kerb weight).

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