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2023 BMW 3 Series 300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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Based on 8 rankings.

New Car Pricing New listing price comparison and analysis.

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
MSRP
$46,900
Invoice
$44,115
Average Price Paid
$46,429
60 listings nationwide

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2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
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300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
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e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
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Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$50,810
17 listings nationwide
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2 GOOD deals

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2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$26,490
20 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
No Expert Reviews
2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
Andrew Newton Preview:

People shopping for a 2018 Audi A3 have multiple choices: front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, two-door convertible, and four-door sedan. But what about those looking for a hybrid? Driv...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
No User Reviews
2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
GuruT5L48 writes:
Power Ranked 2018 Honda Accord worse.
"eeak"
Would Buy Ranked 2018 Honda Accord worse.
"weak"
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Specs

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD
2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD
Powertrain 8-Speed Automatic 6-Speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
--
81 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
--
86 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 10.6 gal 10.5 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Power
--
204 hp @ 5,000 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
10.2:1
10:1
Displacement
2,000 cc
1,400 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.23 in x 3.72 in
2.93 in x 3.15 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Rear Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Standard Standard
Leather Seats -- Standard
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player -- Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42 in 41.2 in
Back Legroom 35.2 in 35.4 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 9 cu ft 13.6 cu ft
Maximum Payload 809 lbs 1,080 lbs
Exterior
Length 185.9 in 169.7 in
Width 81.4 in 77.4 in
Height 56.9 in 56.1 in
Wheelbase 112.2 in 103.5 in

Available Options

2023 BMW 3 Series
300e Hybrid Plug-in xDrive AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Individual DRAVIT Grey Metallic
  • Jet Black
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • PHYTONIC Blue Metallic
  • PORTIMAO Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • TANZANITE Blue II Metallic

Option Packages

  • Adaptive M Suspension
  • Convenience Package
  • Driving Assistance Package
  • Driving Assistance Professional Package
  • Dynamic Handling Package
  • Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System
  • Heated Front Seats
  • M Sport Package
  • Parking Assistance Package
  • Premium Package
  • Shadowline Package
  • Black W/Blue Stitching, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Black W/Blue Stitching, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Black, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • TACORA Red, VERNASCA Leather Upholstery
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey
2018 Audi A3 Sportback
e-tron 1.4T Premium FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black
  • Cosmos Blue Metallic
  • FLORETT Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Ibis White
  • Monsoon Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Nano Gray Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic

Option Packages

  • Bang & Olufsen Sound System
  • Sport Package

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