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Compare 2016 BMW 3 Series Trims

The 2016 BMW 3 Series offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to performance-oriented models, catering to various preferences and needs.

• Starting at $9,565
• Best MPG/MPGe: 67 city / 78 hwy
• Most Popular: 328i Sedan RWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

320i Sedan RWD — "Who It's For"

The 320i Sedan RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury sedan experience without paying for higher trims. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $9,565 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 36 hwy
• Inventory: 323 listings
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320i xDrive Sedan AWD — "Who It's For"

The 320i xDrive Sedan AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without stepping up to a more expensive trim. It offers a solid balance of features and price.

• Avg. market price: $11,084 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 333 listings
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328i Sedan RWD — "Who It's For"

The 328i Sedan RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded luxury sedan with a bit more power and features. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $11,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 731 listings
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328i xDrive Sedan AWD — "Who It's For"

The 328i xDrive Sedan AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of performance and all-weather capability without a significant price jump. It maintains the luxury feel of the 3 Series.

• Avg. market price: $12,306 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 693 listings
• View 328i xDrive Sedan AWD listings

328i xDrive Wagon AWD — "Who It's For"

The 328i xDrive Wagon AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty wagon with all-wheel drive for added versatility. It's a unique option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $14,016 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 47 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 328i xDrive Wagon AWD listings

330e iPerformance Sedan RWD — "Who It's For"

The 330e iPerformance Sedan RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a hybrid option with excellent fuel economy without sacrificing luxury features. It's a great choice for eco-conscious buyers.

• Avg. market price: $12,796 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 67 city / 78 hwy
• Inventory: 78 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 330e iPerformance Sedan RWD listings

340i Sedan RWD — "Who It's For"

The 340i Sedan RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a powerful engine and luxury features without going for the top-tier trim. It's perfect for driving enthusiasts.

• Avg. market price: $19,020 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 56 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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340i xDrive Sedan AWD — "Who It's For"

The 340i xDrive Sedan AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a high-performance sedan with all-wheel drive for enhanced handling. It's the most capable trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $22,072 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 86 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 328i Sedan RWD

With 731 active listings, the 328i Sedan RWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 320i Sedan RWD

At $9,565 avg market price — below the lineup median of $12,551 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — 330e iPerformance Sedan RWD

With an impressive MPG/MPGe of 67 city / 78 hwy, the 330e iPerformance Sedan RWD is the most fuel-efficient option.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2016 BMW 3 Series cost?

Prices have softened 10.76% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,332 listings available, which suggests you have room to compare options and negotiate.

If you find a listing below $11,660.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2016 BMW 3 Series a good car?

Generally — the 4.17/5 user rating points to strong owner satisfaction, and the expert score is 7.5/10.

The standout strength is Performance at 10/10.

Owners repeatedly praise the car’s safety, build quality, comfort, and enjoyable driving experience, and they also like how different driving modes sharpen the experience. The overview frames it as a compact sedan that puts driving enjoyment first while still giving you room for you and three other people, so it fits best if you want an engaging daily driver rather than a purely comfort-focused luxury car. The market also shows 32.1% good or great deals, which gives you some flexibility if you shop carefully.

Is the 2016 BMW 3 Series reliable?

Owners rate it 4.17/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to safety, build quality, and a generally enjoyable ownership experience, while also describing the car as dependable enough to earn positive overall sentiment. The expert drive notes reinforce that impression by describing the car as refined in operation and effective in the way its driver-assistance technologies work. BMW also includes free scheduled maintenance for the first 4 years or 50,000 miles, which helps reduce early ownership burden.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that a premium, performance-focused sedan can become expensive if prior maintenance or repairs were skipped.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 BMW 3 Series?

At 50.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the car has had any prior collision repairs. Focus on panel alignment, paint consistency, steering feel, brake condition, and evidence of hard use, since this model’s appeal depends heavily on how well it still drives. If you’re comparing multiple listings, put the cleanest, best-documented example near the top of your list even if it costs a bit more.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes 320i, 328d, 330e, 330i, 340i, and M3 model series, and the source notes that not all body styles are available in all configurations. Base versions are more likely to leave you wanting if you expect the richer equipment and stronger presence described in the higher-spec examples.
• Powertrain: The 340i uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine with 320 horsepower and 330 lb-ft of torque, plus an 8-speed sport automatic as standard and a 6-speed manual as a no-charge option. xDrive AWD is available, and the car offers Eco Pro, Comfort, Sport, and Sport+ driving modes.
• Safety package: BMW Assist eCall is included, and the Driver Assistance Package adds a reversing camera and parking sensors. The Driver Assistance Plus Package adds forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, active blind-spot information, and a 360-degree camera view system.
• Infotainment: iDrive is included in every 3 Series, and the system’s navigation can update over Wi-Fi. The Technology Package adds navigation, BMW Online, BMW Apps, and a heads-up display, while enhanced Bluetooth with smartphone integration is also available.
• Fuel efficiency: The 340i returned 22.4 mpg on the test loop and was rated at 23 mpg in combined driving.

Which 2016 BMW 3 Series trim should I buy?

The 2016 BMW 3 Series is offered in 6 trim levels: 320i, 328d, 330e, 330i, 340i, and M3.

Here's the short version:

• 320i: This is the entry point if you want the 3 Series name and core driving character at the lowest rung of the lineup, but you should expect fewer of the richer features and performance upgrades described elsewhere in the range.
• 328d: Choose this if you want the diesel variant mentioned in the lineup and you value efficiency-oriented ownership more than outright performance.
• 330e: This plug-in hybrid model is the most distinctive efficiency-focused choice in the lineup and suits you if you want a more modern powertrain approach.
• 330i: This is the balanced middle-ground choice if you want a mainstream gas model without stepping all the way up to the more enthusiast-focused 340i.
• 340i: This is the best-value pick for driving enthusiasts because it gets the turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder, the strongest performance emphasis, and the most compelling all-around character in the expert review.
• M3: Choose this only if you want the most performance-focused version in the lineup and are shopping specifically for the top-tier enthusiast model.

The safety package note to keep in mind is that the reversing camera is not standard and comes with the Driver Assistance Package, while the more advanced driver aids are bundled in Driver Assistance Plus.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 BMW 3 Series?

This looks like a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 32.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,332 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.76% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 50.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $11,660.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 BMW 3 Series's resale value?

The current average of $11,648 sits slightly below last year's $13,053.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and documentation rather than on broad market momentum alone. Well-kept examples with strong equipment and clean history should hold up better than neglected ones.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.17/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 BMW 3 Series safe?

It earns a Marginal result in the IIHS small overlap frontal impact test.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

BMW Assist eCall is included, and the available Driver Assistance Package adds a reversing camera and parking sensors. The Driver Assistance Plus Package adds forward collision warning with pedestrian detection and low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, active blind-spot information, and a 360-degree camera view system.

The main caveat is that the IIHS small overlap result is weaker than the rest of the car’s crash-test performance, so you should pay close attention to how the car has been maintained and whether any prior damage has been repaired properly.

Should I buy a 2016 BMW 3 Series or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 32.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 50.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.76% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.17/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The expert summary says the 2016 update helps put the 3 Series back on the path to redemption.

Consider the 2015 if:

• At $10,704, the 2015 costs less than the current year's $11,648 average.
• It is now purely a sedan, which sharpens its mission.

The bottom line: If you want the stronger all-around used buy, the 2016 is the better starting point because it combines a lower average price than last year with strong owner satisfaction and a meaningful refresh. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2015 is the value path, but you give up some of the 2016’s updated character and market momentum.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.