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Why buy a used BMW 3 Series?

If you're in the market for a car that provides a thrilling drive and plenty of luxury and style, then a used BMW 3 Series is a great choice. The powertrains are refined, and the cabin continues to receive the latest tech features. This versatile luxury car is just as at home on the motorway doing long journeys as it is on the school run.

Latest used BMW 3 Series

BMW, 3 Series

2019 (69) - BMW 3 Series

2019 (69) - BMW 3 Series

£17,000

Finance available £357 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 80.3K

    Miles
  • Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Cargiant

02031317725 *

4.7/5 Stars

BMW, 3 Series

2010 (60) - BMW 3 Series

2010 (60) - BMW 3 Series12

£2,495

Finance available £33 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 179.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Saloon

BMW, 3 Series

2018 - BMW 3 Series

2018 - BMW 3 Series6

£11,697

Finance available £234 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 67.5K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Saloon

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482272156 *

4.5/5 Stars

BMW, 3 Series

2019 - BMW 3 Series

2019 - BMW 3 Series12

Low Mileage

£22,498

  • 2L
  • 27.0K

    Miles
  • Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Arnold Clark Motorstore (West Bromwich)

01215146747 *

BMW, 3 Series

2019 (69) - BMW 3 Series

2019 (69) - BMW 3 Series

£14,600

Finance available £303 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 114.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582953746 *

BMW, 3 Series

2017 (67) - BMW 3 Series

2017 (67) - BMW 3 Series25

Low Mileage

£15,799

  • 2L
  • 54.5K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Delivered By Heycar

*

4.5/5 Stars

BMW, 3 Series

2021 - BMW 3 Series

2021 - BMW 3 Series12

Low Mileage

£27,898

  • 2L
  • 12.3K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Arnold Clark Glasgow BMW

01414134383 *

BMW, 3 Series

2020 (20) - BMW 3 Series

2020 (20) - BMW 3 Series50

Low Mileage

£25,991

  • 2L
  • 23.8K

    Miles
  • Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Your Next Car Ltd

01156722293 *

BMW, 3 Series

2016 - BMW 3 Series

2016 - BMW 3 Series18

Low Mileage

£9,795

Finance available £185 pm

*Representative example

  • 1.5L
  • 61.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Saloon

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02087121795 *

BMW, 3 Series

2023 - BMW 3 Series

2023 - BMW 3 Series12

£43,298

  • 2L
  • 12.0

    Miles
  • Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
  • Automatic
  • Estate

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Burton)

01283888997 *

BMW, 3 Series

2014 (64) - BMW 3 Series

2014 (64) - BMW 3 Series60

Reduced

£13,795

Finance available £285 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 45.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Ashby Square Autos

01509380378 *

5/5 Stars

BMW, 3 Series

2012 - BMW 3 Series

2012 - BMW 3 Series23

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 104.2K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Saloon

SM Motors NI

02891080246 *

BMW, 3 Series

2018 - BMW 3 Series

2018 - BMW 3 Series25

£20,995

Finance available £410 pm

*Representative example

  • 3L
  • 66.2K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Automatic
  • Estate

DH Specialist Cars Ltd ta Vogue Auto Group

01623541733 *

4.6/5 Stars

BMW, 3 Series

2020 - BMW 3 Series

2020 - BMW 3 Series12

Low Mileage

£31,998

  • 3L
  • 10.4K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Arnold Clark Kirkcaldy BMW

01592551695 *

BMW, 3 Series

2018 (18) - BMW 3 Series

2018 (18) - BMW 3 Series14

Reduced

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

*Representative example

  • 2L
  • 29.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

BMW, 3 Series

2021 - BMW 3 Series

2021 - BMW 3 Series39

£27,799

Finance available £563 pm

*Representative example

  • 3L
  • 46.2K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Motorpoint Swansea

01792625149 *

BMW 3 Series snapshot review

Pros

  • Good range of frugal and punchy powerplants
  • Intuitive technology
  • Brilliant driving dynamics

Cons

  • In older models, cabin not as polished as rivals
  • Firm ride on M Sport
  • Expensive to buy

BMW 3 Series by type

Automatic
Manual
Electric
Diesel
Petrol
Petrol EV & Hybrid
Diesel EV & Hybrid
2 Door
3 Door
4 Door
5 Door

Used BMW 3 Series information

Engines and transmissions

BMW manufactures petrol, diesel and hybrid powertrains for the newest 3 Series lineup, with the option of rear- or all-wheel drive and a sport automatic transmission.

Petrol
  • 320i produces 181bhp for a 0-62 mph time of 7.4 seconds and fuel economy of 43.5mpg.
  • 330e is a plug-in hybrid providing 252bhp and an all-electric range of up to 32 miles.
  • 340i is the range-topping 326bhp variant, producing a 0-62mph time of 4.4 seconds.
Diesel
  • 320d outputs 190bhp for a 0-62 mph time of 6.9 seconds and efficiency of 57.6mpg.
  • 340d produces 335bhp and can hit 62mph in 4.6 seconds.

Practicality

The 3 Series is extremely practical with its exceptional power, spacious cabin and functionality.

Interior space
  • Adjustable driver's seat provides great support and comfort.
  • Wide-opening rear doors give access to the spacious back seat.
  • Multiple ISOFIX points in the back for child seats.
Boot space
  • 480-litre boot compares well with the Audi A4 and is larger than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
  • 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats create a customisable storage area.
  • Tie-down hooks, storage nets and a 12-volt socket are included in the boot.
Bodystyles
  • Four-door saloon is a versatile option for executive travel or family driving.
  • Five-door estate, known as the Touring, is available with newer models.
  • Previously available coupé, convertible and hatchback models are part of the 3 Series.

Safety

  • Perfect five-star rating from Euro NCAP.
  • 97% adult occupancy rating tops the charts.
  • Standard safety kit includes Active Guard Plus, which provides emergency automated braking for cyclists and pedestrians.

Technology

  • All-new graphics installed with the digital instrument panel.
  • Voice-controlled infotainment system allows for hands-free use.
  • Available wireless phone charger keeps devices ready.

BMW 3 Series generations

First introduced in 1975 to replace the 02 Series, the 3 Series is approaching five decades on the road. Originally, it only came as a two-door saloon, but eventually, the range grew to include a saloon, estate, convertible and coupé. Now in its seventh generation, BMW continues to equip the 3 Series with the latest technologies and features to keep it at the top of its segment.

Seventh Generation (2019 to Present)

With the release of the seventh generation, BMW strove to update its style to match models from Mercedes-Benz and Audi, including a larger kidney grille and narrower headlights. Much of the older design was replaced with updated materials and accents.

In a 2022 refresh, BMW added a 12.3-inch digital instrument display flush against the iDrive widescreen console. Metal buttons were included to give the cabin more class, and ambient lighting was added.

Seventh Generation (2019 to Present)
Fuel type:
Diesel / Not Supplied / Petrol
Engine Size:
2 - 3
MPG:
28 - 176
Acceleration:
3.6 - 8.8 seconds
Boot space:
375 - 500 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
5 / 5 stars
  • Greenest

    330e SE Pro 4dr Auto

  • Cheapest

    318i SE Pro 4dr Step Auto

  • Fastest

    B3 3.0 Bi Turbo 4dr Switch-Tronic AWD

Sixth Generation (2012 to 2020)

With the release of the sixth generation, BMW focused heavily on offering new powertrains. The most important may have been the 3.0-litre straight-six putting, out 326bhp, which was different from what other competitors were offering at the time.

The facelift included LED running lights and some updates to the nose. Inside the cabin, there were new decorative touches, soft-touch materials and chrome detailing.

Sixth Generation (2012 to 2020)
Fuel type:
Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Not Supplied / Petrol
Engine Size:
1.5 - 3
MPG:
34 - 148
Acceleration:
4.8 - 11.4 seconds
Boot space:
370 - 520 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
5 / 5 stars
  • Greenest

    330e SE 4dr Step Auto

  • Cheapest

    316i ES 4dr

  • Fastest

    335d xDrive Luxury 4dr Step Auto

Fifth Generation (2005 to 2013)

The E90 came with some significant updates at the time. Models were slightly bigger and heavier than before, which changed some of the driving dynamics.

BMW also offered several powertrains, including punchy four-cylinder diesel engines. Both manual and automatic transmissions were popular, though it's the auto that is the most readily available on the used market.

Fifth Generation (2005 to 2013)
Fuel type:
Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:
2 - 3
MPG:
28 - 68
Acceleration:
5.4 - 11.4 seconds
Boot space:
350 - 460 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    318i ES 4dr

  • Cheapest

    318i 4dr

  • Fastest

    335i SE 2dr DCT

Used BMW 3 Series information

Used BMW 3 Series FAQ's

Where does the 3 Series fit in the BMW lineup?

BMW uses the numbers to designate how large the vehicle is in comparison with others in the lineup. Therefore, the 3 Series is larger than the 1 Series and 2 Series models but smaller than the 4 Series and 5 Series.

Which is the most popular engine in the BMW 3 Series?

With the newest lineup, the plug-in hybrid is proving popular with drivers because it provides up to 35 miles of driving on electric power only. However, the petrol engine is still the most attractive to buyers with it's decent 181bhp and lower cost.

What are the most popular 3 Series trim levels?

BMW currently offers three 3 Series models: Sport, M Sport and M. The Sport is the lowest-priced option with fewer features than the others, with the M offering the most potent powertrain configurations. However, the mid-range but still sporty M Sport is proving to be the most popular among 3 Series owners, and has been for many years.

What optional extras should I look out for?

With so many customisations available through the years, it's easy to find a number of different optional extras in the used market. Look for larger wheels and high-tech equipment, such as premium sound systems. You could also opt for models equipped with more sophisticated safety systems, such as adaptive cruise control.

Is the BMW 3 Series a good family car?

Yes, the 3 Series is considered one of the best family cars because of its versatile and spacious cabin. There's plenty of back seat room and a decent size boot in addition to the quiet and comfortable driving experience.

Is the BMW 3 Series available as an automatic?

Newer 3 Series models come with a standard automatic transmission. Older models can be found with the option of a manual or automatic transmission.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

BMW does offer the option of all-wheel drive with some 3 Series models. Look out for models badged with "xDrive" - this is the name of BMW's all-wheel drive system.

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