Fair price
BMW 3 Series
2016 320d M Sport Auto
DieselAutomatic64,981 mi2016
Band C · £35/yr
Finance available on request
£12,599
cash
CG Motorland·4.5 (212)· Leicester
BMW 3 Series insurance group
18–49 of 50
BMW 3 Series
2015 320d Edition+ Auto
DieselAutomatic70,467 mi2015
Band A · £20/yr
Finance available on request
£9,699
cash
AB Dealers·4.6 (235)· Feltham
BMW 3 Series
2019 320d Xdrive M Sport Auto
DieselAutomatic103,156 mi2019
£200/yr
£368/mo
£15,995
cash
Oaktree Motor Company·4.7 (200)· Cwmbran
Motoring Today score
How good is the BMW 3 Series?
59/100
Overall
Reliability49
Running costs72
Safety55
Family & practicality76
Insurance42
Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 411,548. A guide, not a guarantee.
Market data
BMW 3 Series market snapshot
Typical mileage
79,535 miles
Across our current BMW 3 Series stock, mileage ranges from 64,981 to 103,156 miles (median 70,467).
Across 3 of our current listings
Price and days-to-sell figures are averaged across our own live BMW 3 Series listings, each checked against MarketCheck UK's wider market data (refreshed every 24 hours). Mileage is from our current stock directly. Shown only where we have enough listings to be representative — a guide, not a valuation.
Specifications & dimensions
Trim-level specifications for the BMW 3-Series (Diesel, Petrol, Petrol/Electric Hybrid), across 800 recorded variants.
Performance
- 102–543 bhp
- Power
- 3.3s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 210 mph
- Top speed
- 1,499–3,999 cc
- Engine
Economy & running costs
- 22–68 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 44–297 g/km
- CO₂
- £600
- Road tax (VED)
- 18–49 of 50
- Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
- 4,633 mm
- Length
- 2,031 mm
- Width
- 1,434 mm
- Height
- 2,810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,528 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 4
- Doors
Euro NCAP safety
- 5★
- Adult
- 4★
- Child
- 1★
- Pedestrian
The BMW 3-Series M3 (07-13) was tested by Euro NCAP in and received the following safety ratings:
Manual · Automatic 5 seats New from £15,985
| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 xDrive 530 Competition M 4dr Step Auto [Ult Pk]Automatic | Petrol | 522 bhp | 27.7 - 28 mpg | 228 | 42 |
| M3 CS 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 543 bhp | 27.4 - 27.7 mpg | 230 | 49 |
| M3 xDrive Comp M 4dr Step Auto [Ultimate/M Pro Pk]Automatic | Petrol | 502 bhp | 28 - 28.2 mpg | 229 | 42 |
| 320i SE Pro 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 181 bhp | 42.8 - 44.1 mpg | 145 | 28 |
| 318i SE Pro 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 153 bhp | 43.5 - 44.1 mpg | 144 | 24 |
| M3 Competition 4dr Step Auto [Ultimate Pack]Automatic | Petrol | 502 bhp | 28.8 mpg | 223 | 41 |
| M340i xDrive MHT 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 368 bhp | 35.8 - 36.7 mpg | 176 | 39 |
| M340d xDrive Sport Automatic 4dAutomatic | Diesel | 335 bhp | 45.6 - 46.3 mpg | 159 | 42 |
| M340d xDrive Sport Automatic 5dAutomatic | Diesel | 335 bhp | 44.1 - 44.8 mpg | 165 | 42 |
| 330d MHT Sport 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Diesel | 281 bhp | 53.3 - 56.5 mpg | 131 | 40 |
| 330d xDrive MHT Sport 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Diesel | 281 bhp | 50.4 - 53.3 mpg | 140 | 40 |
| 330d MHT M Sport Pro Ed 4dr Step Auto [Tech Pk]Automatic | Diesel | 281 bhp | 53.3 - 54.3 mpg | 136 | 41 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
- How many used BMW 3 Series cars are currently available on Motoring Today?
- We currently have 3 used BMW 3 Series models for sale, updated on 17 October 2026. This count may change daily as new stock arrives or vehicles are sold.
- What is the cheapest used BMW 3 Series you have for sale?
- The most affordable BMW 3 Series available is a 2015 model with 70,467 miles, priced at £9,699. Please note that finance options for this specific car are not currently displayed.
- What should I check when buying a used BMW 3 Series?
- Beyond standard checks like a full service history and MOT advisories, pay attention to potential issues such as timing chain wear on diesel models and electrical gremlins. Always conduct a thorough test drive.
- Are BMW 3 Series models ULEZ compliant?
- Whether a BMW 3 Series is ULEZ compliant depends on its Euro emission standard. Generally, petrol models registered from 2006 onwards (Euro 4) and diesel models from September 2015 onwards (Euro 6) are compliant. Please check the specific car's details.
- What finance options are available for a used BMW 3 Series?
- We offer Hire Purchase (HP) finance. A representative example for this model might involve a 60-month term with a 0% deposit and an APR of 13%. This is a representative example and finance is subject to status.
- What are the typical running costs for a used BMW 3 Series?
- Running costs for a BMW 3 Series can vary with engine size and fuel type, but expect expenses for servicing, road tax, and insurance. Diesel models typically offer better fuel economy for longer journeys.
Our BMW 3 Series reviews
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