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About the BMW 3 Series
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2024 BMW 3 Series's used prices in Australia typically range from $75,100 for the 30I Sport Collection variant and topping out at $111,200 for the M340i Xdrive.
There are 7 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2023.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol (190kW/400Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol hybrid (135kW/300Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol (285kW/500Nm). All variants feature 8 speed auto steptronic sport transmission. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2024 3 Series was offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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2024 BMW 3 Series Price
M SPORT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $94,700 |
| 2.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 5d Wagon | $98,900 |
M
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 4d Sedan | $106,200 |
M3 COMPETITION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $171,600 |
| 3.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 4d Sedan | $177,800 |
| 3.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Wagon | $180,100 |
M3
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $161,300 |
*excl. on-roads
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2024 BMW 3 Series Specs
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2024 BMW 3 Series Dimensions
1440mm
1827mm
4713mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2024 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series
The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the 30e M SPORT PHEV with a 8 SPEED AUTO STEPTRONIC SPORT which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 2.5L of Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid per 100km on the combined cycle.
The BMW 3 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the M340i xDRIVE with a 8 SPEED AUTO STEPTRONIC SPORT which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 8L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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| BMW 3 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | Premium Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 5d Wagon | Premium Unleaded | 6.8 L/100km |
2024 BMW 3 Series Warranty
What is the warranty on a BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre 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.
2024 BMW 3 Series vs other Sedans to consider
The BMW 3 Series has a number of competitors because the 3er spans from a turbocharged four-cylinder, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain and a turbocharged inline-six engine with all-wheel drive.
The most obvious choice is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class which offers similarly specced vehicles.
The new-generation C-Class recently launched in Australia and looks like a shrunken S-Class. They both offer high-end, premium-looking interiors though with elements of soft-touch materials and metal accents.
Option lists on both the 3er and C-Class are quite extensive and can get expensive your get trigger happy.
The 3 Series also gets cross-shopped with the Audi A4 and Genesis G70, as well as highly-specced Mazda 6 and Hyundai Sonata models.
High-performance M340i xDrive models compete against the Mercedes-Benz C43 and the Audi S4.
BMW 3 Series FAQs
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the 30i SPORT COLLECTION that starts from $75,100.
The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M340i xDRIVE that starts from $111,200.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is offered by the M340i xDRIVE which can tow 1800 kg
The largest BMW 3 Series is the 30e M SPORT PHEV which measures 1827mm wide, 4713mm in length and sits 1444mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M340i xDRIVE which has 285kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ engine.
The BMW 3 Series is built in MEXICO and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the 30e M SPORT PHEV which weighs 2290 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid or Premium Unleaded Petrol.