BMW 3 Series: Buying Guide - Buying Guide

La BMW 3 Series – now in the sixth generation – is Sedan most bought in Italy: the Bavarian "D segment" - available in two body styles (four-door and station wagon station wagon) - was able to conquer the motorists of our country, especially those who are forced to travel many kilometers for work and do not want to give up the pleasure of driving a premium car,

In this Buying Guide - stopped at a sedan and station wagon - we will analyze in detail all versions the price list contains: Prices, engines, accessories, performance, strengths, defects and the more you express it.

BMW 3 Series: buying guide

La BMW 3 Series the sedan is not suitable for those looking for practicality: the presence rear drive (o integral) does not facilitate the presence of a third passenger in the rear seat and, moreover, there is not much longitudinal space in the leg area.

On the other hand, one cannot but appreciate the relatively compact external dimensions (just over 4,60 meters, there are clearly larger rivals) and dimensions. trunk big enough. Ups and downs, on the other hand, on the voice finishThe build quality of the body panels borders on perfection, while the interior may seem indifferent compared to other Teutonic competitors.

Equipment for the BMW 3 Series

Six productions BMW 3 Series A sedan to choose from and a "basic" one, in our opinion, is more than enough. It has price available and standard equipment that could be richer as it only includes ignition without inserting a key with Start & Stop button, front, side and curtain airbags, alloy wheelsthen automatic climate controlthen fog lights, fixation Isofix for outboard rear seats, pneumatic pressure gauge, additional audio input, interface Bluetooth for mobile and USB, Radio BMW Professional with 6,5 '' HD color monitor with CD / MP3 player, 6 speakers, iDrive and automatic start / stop system.

Option Sports (which includes an additional fee of 2.170 euros - 2.000 euros for Active hybrid hybrid – with the same engine) is much richer as it adds i xenon headlightsthen sports steering wheel in the skin, i points a sporty front end and high-gloss black trim for the front air intakes, rear bumper, vertical grille stripes and B-pillar. Not forgetting the color profile. aluminum On the sides.

La BMW 3 Series Sedan Business – available exclusively from Automatic transmission and with all engines diesel up to 200 hp (without 318 xDrive) – costs 3.950 euros more than the “basic” version, boasts a good equipment / price ratio and meets the equipment. Business innovation which includes navigatorthen rear parking sensors, self-dazzling interior rearview mirror, self-dazzling and electrically folding exterior mirrors, and a light and rain sensor.

The installations are very expensive (and also not so rich). Luxury (4.270 euros more than the "base", 2.900 euros in the case of Active hybrid hybrid) AND Msport (5.270 euros more than the "base" one, 4.700 euros for the dual-fuel petrol / electric version). First suggestions xenon headlights, dual-zone automatic climate control, navigator, sports steering wheel Leather upholstery, anthracite fineline decorative moldings and chrome trim on the front center and side air intakes, rear bumper, radiator grille and tailpipe. The second one can boast instead of me xenon headlights, interiors in Hexagon e fabric Alcantarathen light alloy wheels M 18 inches with bus mystic. 225/45 R18 and post. 255/40 R18, i sports seats front, interior moldings in matt Estoril Blue, interior moldings in matt. aluminum Hexagon, l 'M sports suspension (not for Four-wheel drive e Active Hybrid 3) sports steering wheel M Aerodynamics package, M, BMW Individual high-gloss shadow lines, BMW Individual anthracite headlining, M door sill and radiator grille with vertical high-gloss black stripes.

Last but not least, very athletic. BMW M3His standard equipment turns on the ignition without inserting a key with the Start & Stop button, air bag front, side and curtain, side air intake, sports suspension with special calibration M, i alloy wheels 18 inches with bus mixed ant. 255/40 and post. 275/40 g. automatic climate control two-zone, Cruise control with braking function limited slip differential Active adaptive LED headlights, electronically controlled, mount Isofix for rear side seats - BMW M Compound braking system with ventilated and perforated discs, drilling indicator bus, center console aux-in audio input, hands-free interface Bluetooth e USB, System M Drive with a set of shortcut keys, the roof of the car in carbon fiber Carbon fiber the profile of the interior moldings is visible in high-gloss black, navigator BMW Connected Pro with 8,8-inch monitor, BMW Individual headlining in Anthracite, i points BMW M light sports car front with integrated headrest and illuminated M logo, twin chrome tailpipes and steering wheel M sporty, covered in leather, with multifunctional controls for audio / telephone and cruise control.

BMW 3 Series: all models in the price list

Below you will find all the features of the versions BMW 3 Series, Range engines of Sedan The German train consists of fourteen units: six petrol (1.6 with 136 and 170 hp, 2.0 with 184 and 245 hp and 3.0 with 306 and 431 hp), hybrid / petrol 3.0 with 340 hp. ... and seven turbodiesels (2.0 with 116, 143, 163, 184 and 218 hp and 3.0 with 258 and 313 hp).

BMW 316i (from 31.450 euros)

La BMW 316i (Prices up to 36.720 euros) is the cheapest model in the range: it is equipped with a supercharged 1.6 petrol engine with 136 hp, able to provide an interesting boost already at speeds below 1.500 rpm.

BMW 320i Efficient Dynamics (from 35.550 XNUMX euros)

La BMW 320i Efficient dynamics (Prices up to 39.820 EUR) is, in our opinion, the most suitable choice for those looking for Video 3 a Petrol: engine The 1.6 turbo is quiet, very powerful (170 hp) and offers some really interesting performance (7,6 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h). Direct contender Mercedes S 180 Executivehowever, it is heavier (and therefore more thirsty: 18,9 km / l) and slightly less ready at low revs.

BMW 320i (from 36.300 euros)

La BMW 320i (Prices up to 43.970 €, also available from four-wheel drive) is primarily one Sedan alive: thanks engine 2.0 (slightly larger displacement) with 184 hp (a lot) and 270 Nm of torque (a little) this version of the Bavarian "D segment" takes just 7,3 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour. It's a pity for consumption: 14,7 km / l for Four-wheel drive.

BMW 328i (from 39.800 euros)

La BMW 328i (Prices up to 47.470 €, also in stock Four-wheel drive) is an Video 3 most powerful four-cylinder engine on the market: 245 hp from the engine 2.0.

BMW 335i (from 46.750 euros)

La BMW 335i (Prices up to 54.220 €, also available from XDrive all-wheel drive) is perfect for those looking for performance but don't like to look: on the outside it looks like a Bavarian sedan like so many others, but under the hood is a 3.0 inline-six with 306 hp.

BMW M3 (77.350 euros)

Those who do not want to compromise cannot ignore the monstrous BMW M3, a supercar disguised as a sedan. engine Six-cylinder in-line 3.0 with 431 hp, a top speed of 250 km / h and 4,3 seconds for acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour.

BMW Active Hybrid 3 (from 56.850 euros)

Thanks to the alliance between engine Gasoline 3.0 and electric hybrid unit BMW Active Hybrid 3 (up to € 61.550) produces 340 hp, but claims consumption equals 16,9 km / l. The ideal solution for those looking for a "premium" and lively eco-friendly vehicle.

BMW 316d (from 30.950 euros)

La BMW 316d (Prices up to 36.220 116 euros) - the least powerful diesel in the line. A bit heavy in relation to power (XNUMX hp) and has engine 2.0 still large displacement Euro 5 and poor torque, which, however, gives a good shot (10,9 seconds at "0-100"). Our advice is to buy it with a valid Automatic transmission.

BMW 318d (from 35.350 euros)

La BMW 318d (Prices up to 43.220 euros) at home engine 2.0 (still Euro 5) high-spirited (9,0 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h) and a little noisy in the cold, which gives the best qualities in combination with Automatic transmission... It is not very powerful (143 hp) and the version Four-wheel drive a four-wheel drive announces consumption slightly high in the extra-urban cycle (17,5 km / l).

BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics (from 37.850 euros)

La BMW 320d Efficient dynamics (Prices up to 42.120 €) should be the ecological option of the range, but in reality it is still Euro 5 and several lighter opponents are handing out consumption stated more is contained in the extra-urban cycle (27,8 km / l for automatic transmission). Better to focus on other qualities, such as low displacement (2.0) versus power (163 hp), good comfort on long journeys and convincing performance (“0-100” in exactly 8 seconds for variant a. rear drive).

BMW 320d (from 37.850 euros)

Powerful (184 hp), nimble (7,4 seconds at "0-100" for the version Four-wheel drive automatic) and with a "human" volume (two liters): these are the strengths BMW 320d (Prices up to 45.520 euros). Engine - again Euro 5 - however, he lacks a little torque (380 Nm) and in the city he could consume less: 16,1 km / l is declared for an integral one with a manual transmission.

BMW 325d (from 41.100 euros)

La BMW 325d (Prices up to 46.170 euros) is Video 3 the most powerful four-cylinder diesel on the market: installed engine 2.0 with 218 hp, which allows a top speed of 245 km / h and accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 6,8 seconds.

BMW 330dA (from 49.150 euros)

The best BMW 3 Series sedan in our opinion 330dA (Prices up to 54.020 EUR), especially if available XDrive all-wheel drive. Poor in terms of defects (large engine displacement Euro 5 - 3.0 - and not very rich torque: 560 Nm), it is full of virtues: fun in corners, powerful (258 hp), maneuverable (5,3 seconds at "0- 100"). "For the integral"), ready for low revs and also not very thirsty for fuel (20,4 km / l is claimed for the rear-wheel drive version). It's hard to find anything better than a combination of inline six and Automatic transmission.

BMW 335dA (from 53.050 euros)

La BMW 335dA (Prices up to 57.920 euros) – only available four-wheel drive - in our opinion, this is even an exaggerated solution for a sedan: the 3.0 engine produces 313 hp. and allows the Bavarian "D segment" to reach a top speed of 250 km / h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 4,8 seconds.

BMW 3 Series: possibilities

I rear parking sensors (510 euros), Cruise control (490 euros) and metallic paint (€ 960) are, in our opinion, the three main accessories to be added to the standard equipment BMW 3 Series "basic" sedan, Sports, Luxury e Msport... The last two should also be bought at Businesswho will earn a lot with implementation xenon headlights (Xnumx euro).

Three basic equipment options BMW M3 instead, in our opinion, parking sensors, metallic paint and electrically adjustable front seats (€ 1.200). Those looking for the ultimate in driving pleasure can also opt for a range of goodies, such as the braking system. Carbon ceramics M (7.500 euros) andsports trim adaptive M (1.950 euros).

BMW 3 Series Touring: Buying Guide

La Bmw series 3 station wagon is station wagon not exaggerated in size (length 4,62 meters): easy to find a parking space, more difficult to provide sufficient space for rear passengers (especially in the area of ​​the shoulders and head). Like the sedan, it is more refined on the outside than on the inside, and despite its relatively small size, it boasts trunk Large enough (495 liters) to easily satisfy the needs of a couple with a couple of children.

Equipment for the BMW 3 Series Touring

La Bmw series 3 station wagon available with all Armature sedan sisters (except M3) and has almost identical standard equipment. The differences are in terms of availability – starting with the “initial” auto trunk open/close option, luggage compartment lid that can be rolled up and lifted by hand, interior mesh/trunk divider, through-loading system with 40:20:40 reclining rear seats and a practical rear window opens independently of the tailgate.

BMW 3 Series Touring: all models in the price list

Below you will find all the features of the versions Bmw series 3 station wagon, Range engines of station wagon German consists of eleven units (everything that the sedan has, except Effective dynamics gasoline, la hybrid и M3, so to speak): four gasoline engines (1.6 with 136 hp, 2.0 with 184 and 245 hp and 3.0 with 306 hp) and seven turbodiesels (2.0 with 116, 143, 163, 184 and 218 hp and 3.0 with 258 and 313 hp).

BMW 316i Touring (from 33.150 euros)

We would like to recommend 316i Wagon (Prices up to 38.420 EUR) only for those who want BMW station wagon and wants to save as much as possible. Under the hood is a supercharged 1.6 petrol engine with 136 hp.

BMW 320i Touring (from 38.000 euros)

La BMW 320i Wagon (Prices up to 45.670 XNUMX euros), in our opinion, the best choice for those who do not travel many kilometers: equipped engine with a large displacement (2.0), low torque (270 Nm) and little thirst (14,5 km / l declared for Four-wheel drive a four-wheel drive recommended by us, more family-friendly), however it is very powerful (184 hp) and offers performance comparable to that of a sports car (7,5 seconds at "0-100" for variant a rear drive).

BMW 328i Touring (from 41.500 euros)

La BMW 328i Wagon (Prices up to 46.570 euros) is Video 3 a more powerful four-cylinder petrol station wagon: it is equipped with engine 2.0 supercharged 245 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 6 seconds.

BMW 335i Touring (from 48.450 euros)

In the absence of the M3 Touring BMW 335i Wagon (Prices up to 58.220 euros) is a sportier variant of the Otto cycle of the Bavarian family: engine Six-cylinder in-line 3.0 with 306 hp and 0-second "100-5,5".

BMW 316d Touring (from 32.650 euros)

La BMW 316d Wagon (Prices up to 37.920 euros) is the affordable version of the Munich turbodiesel family: quite fast, especially in combination with the current Automatic transmission (11,1 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h), however, it has other disadvantages. A few examples? Overweight in relation to power (116 hp) and still a Euro 5 engine with a large displacement (2.0), not very lively at low revs, poor torque (260 Nm), a little noisy in the cold and a little thirsty ( 21,3 km). / l for guidance).

BMW 318d Touring (from 37.060 euros)

La BMW 318d Wagon (Prices up to 44.920 316 euros) more fun to drive than 9,2d: instantly (0 seconds at "100-143"), despite not overpowering (XNUMX hp), agility in corners and enhanced Automatic transmission, is still punished - like its less "driving" cousin - with a two-liter engine displacement, moreover, still Euro 5... There are competitors that offer similar capacities with smaller cubes and therefore are more suitable for saving on compulsory motor third party liability insurance.

BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics Touring (from 39.550 euros)

La BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics Wagon (Prices up to 43.820 euros) ideal for those who want to consume little (23,3 km / l), but the strength of this option is not only savings, but also Automatic transmission and is a pleasure to drive around corners. IN engine this time it has enough displacement for power (163 hp, not much compared to the competition), but still it Euro 5, it is not particularly high-spirited (8,2 seconds for automatic transmission) due to low torque (380 Nm), a little rough in sound and could be more lively at low revs.

BMW 320d Touring (from 39.550 euros)

La BMW 3 Series "Ideal"? Without a doubt 320d station wagon (Prices up to EUR 47.220), especially when combined with four-wheel drive и Automatic transmission, two elements that make station wagon The Bavarian is an extremely versatile family car. IN engine - still Euro 5 - it is very powerful (184 hp), but with low torque (380 Nm) and not very elastic at low revs.

BMW 325d Touring (from 42.800 euros)

La BMW 325d Wagon (Prices to 47.870 euros) is the most powerful four-cylinder diesel version on the list: it is equipped with a 2.0 engine with 218 hp, has a top speed of 238 km / h and accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 6,9 seconds.

BMW 330dA Touring (from 48.250 euros)

La BMW 330dA Wagon (Prices up to 55.720 euros) is a small technical gem: under the hood is the engine (again Euro 5, with a large cubic capacity - it's a 3.0 - and not very lively at low revs) an inline six-cylinder engine rich in power (258 hp) and torque (560 Nm) that provides sporty DOC performance (5,4 seconds at "0 -100" for Four-wheel drive a four-wheel drive) AND consumption record (19,6 km / l declared for option A rear drive). It is very maneuverable when cornering, and Automatic transmission it is one of the best in its category.

BMW 335dA Touring (from 54.750 euros)

La Bmw series 3 station wagon more “bad”, no doubt 335dA (Prices up to EUR 59.620 XNUMX): engine Diesel 3.0 supercharged with a capacity of 313 hp, a top speed of 250 km / h and 4,9 seconds for acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour.

BMW 3 Series Touring: the possibilities

As for the sedan, then for Bmw series 3 station wagon THE optional it is recommended to replenish the "basic" versions, Sports, Luxury e Msport parktronic (510 euros), Cruise control (490 euros) and metallic paint (960 euros). On Business, in addition to the speed controller and metal paint, we would insert i xenon headlights (Xnumx euro).