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Year:
2011
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Coupe
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
230 hp 3L I6
Exterior color:
Alpine White
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Pink (Coral Red/Black)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
164,465
Stock #:
754756
VIN:
WBAKE5C57BE754756
Alpine White 2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2011 BMW 3 Series

328i Coupe RWD

164,465 mi

Rancho Cordova, CA
12 mi away
Good Deal

$6,068

Year:
2010
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
230 hp 3L I6
Exterior color:
Silver
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Mileage:
96,084
Stock #:
5851
VIN:
WBAWR3C52AP463255
Silver 2010 BMW 3 Series Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive

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2010 BMW 3 Series

328i Convertible RWD

96,084 mi

Orangevale, CA
17 mi away
Good Deal

$7,061

Year:
2017
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
180 hp 2L I4 Diesel
Exterior color:
Alpine White
Combined gas mileage:
36 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
89,512
Stock #:
HK388948
VIN:
WBA8E5C30HK388948
Alpine White 2017 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2017 BMW 3 Series

328d Sedan RWD

89,512 mi

Roseville, CA
17 mi away
Fair Deal

$16,040

Year:
2016
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
240 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
70,305
Stock #:
29074000
VIN:
WBA8E9G50GNT87945
Black 2016 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2016 BMW 3 Series

328i Sedan RWD

70,305 mi

Store transfer to Sacramento, CA
Price includes $1,499 shipping
Fair Deal

$16,497

Year:
2016
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
240 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Gray (Platinum Silver Metallic)
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
28,138
Stock #:
10540
VIN:
WBA8E9G56GNT82880
Gray (Platinum Silver Metallic) 2016 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive 8-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$410

 

2016 BMW 3 Series

328i Sedan RWD

28,138 mi

West Sacramento, CA
3 mi away
Good Deal

$15,900

$15,490

Recommended model year:

2023 BMW 3 Series

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  • With 117 currently listed for sale near Sacramento, CA and an average price of $31,662.00, 45.3% of 2023 BMW 3 Series for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

  • Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2023 BMW 3 Series 5 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it an 8.67 / 10.

  • 100.0% of 2023 BMW 3 Series models on CarGurus are accident free.

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Year:
2015
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
240 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Alpine White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
105,524
Stock #:
654119
VIN:
WBA3B5C54FP654119
Alpine White 2015 BMW 3 Series Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2015 BMW 3 Series

328i xDrive Sedan AWD

105,524 mi

Rancho Cordova, CA
12 mi away
Good Deal

$10,068

Year:
2023
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
22,041
Stock #:
70192220
VIN:
3MW89FF05P8D65533
Gray 2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2023 BMW 3 Series

330i xDrive AWD

22,041 mi

Store transfer to Sacramento, CA
Price includes $1,999 shipping
Fair Deal

$35,997

How much does the BMW 3 Series cost in today's market?

Used BMW 3 Series prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Round Range
2025$41,196$41,212 – $46,213
2024$37,847$36,755 – $38,484
2023$34,593$34,595 – $37,486
2022$28,422$28,436 – $30,895
2021$25,482$25,495 – $28,662
2020$23,961$23,619 – $25,850
2019$20,634$20,179 – $22,081
2018$15,191$14,750 – $16,604
2017$13,557$13,471 – $14,866
2016$11,648$11,660 – $13,129
2015$10,704$10,560 – $11,451
2014$10,159$9,797 – $10,575

The BMW 3 Series' current nationwide average price is $23,742, and its year-round low is $22,313.52. That puts the model in a broad price band that stretches from older, lower-cost examples to much newer, higher-priced ones. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW 3 Series a good car?

Yes — the BMW 3 Series earns strong approval from owners across the lineup, and its appeal is anchored by a 4.58/5 all-generations user rating. Owners consistently praise its sporty performance, engaging handling, stylish design, and comfortable interiors. Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2022 models among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs across recent expert-tested years center on snug cabin space, front-seat comfort on longer trips and hot days, and confusing, inconsistent names for technology. 31.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW 3 Series models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW 3 Series for sporty performance, engaging handling, and stylish design, while expert reviews also highlight its strong driving character and premium feel. Across the lineup, the owner rating stays high, and the model’s long-running appeal comes through in the way it blends performance with everyday usability.

  • Owners rate the BMW 3 Series between 4.14 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is worth weighing carefully because maintenance costs can be significant, especially on older examples.

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

Across all model years, at 72.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Model YearAccident-Free %
202696.1%
202594.7%
202490.7%
202388.4%
202284.1%
202174.1%
202071.7%
201963.1%
201857.8%
201752.9%
201650.8%
201552.5%
201452.5%

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

  • Safety package: Driving Assistance Professional Package with Steering Assistant, Lane Change Assistant, Evasion Assistant, and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant
  • Infotainment: BMW Operating System 8.5 (iDrive 8.5) with a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay integration
  • Fuel efficiency: 31 mpg in combined driving

Which BMW 3 Series trim should I buy?

The 2025 BMW 3 Series offers these trims:

  • 330i: The entry 2025 3 Series brings the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 255 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic, and rear-wheel drive, with xDrive available. It suits you if you want the core 3 Series driving experience at the most accessible level.
  • 330i xDrive: This version adds BMW’s all-wheel-drive system to the 330i formula, making it the right pick if you want the same powertrain with added traction.
  • M340i xDrive: This trim steps up to the inline-six and a much stronger performance focus, making it the best fit if you want a faster, more serious sport sedan.
  • M3: The top performance model adds the most aggressive capability in the lineup and is the choice for buyers who want the 3 Series at its most extreme.

What BMW 3 Series do most buyers choose?

The BMW 3 Series years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2022.

Model YearTotal ListingsGood + Great Deals %
20252,37833.8%
20242,05935%
20221,82334.4%
20261,80833.2%
20231,80034.4%
20211,53934%

Higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing spread to shop, and more chances to find the right trim and equipment mix.

What is the BMW 3 Series's resale value?

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Over-Year Change
2025$41,196−10.87%
2016$11,648−10.76%
2021$25,482−9.83%
2017$13,557−8.83%
2018$15,191−8.56%
2022$28,422−8.03%
2023$34,593−7.71%
2020$23,961−6.59%
2015$10,704−6.55%
2019$20,634−6.54%
2014$10,159−3.84%
2024$37,847−0.37%

Most model years are down year over year, which creates better opportunities for used buyers across the lineup. The sharpest drops are concentrated in several newer and mid-cycle years, while the smallest change appears in the newest model year shown. Overall, the pattern favors shoppers looking for value, especially if you are comparing recent used examples.

The 2024 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2024, 2014, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW 3 Series safe?

  • 2025: 9/10
  • 2023: 9/10
  • 2022: 9/10
  • 2021: 7/10
  • 2020: 9/10
  • 2019: 9/10
  • 2016: 7/10
  • 2015: 8/10
  • 2014: 7/10

The 2025 BMW 3 Series includes the Driving Assistance Professional Package, which adds Active Driving Assistant Pro with Steering Assistant, Lane Change Assistant, Evasion Assistant, and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant.

For the safest used buy, the 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023 and 2025 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used BMW 3 Series now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

  • Price trend: The 2025 model is at −10.87% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −0.37%.
  • Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35%.
  • Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $41,196. The BMW 3 Series offers a sporty, engaging character that still feels premium and easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

  • Powertrain/efficiency: The 330i accelerates to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, or 5.4 seconds with xDrive, and returns 31 mpg in combined driving.
  • Tech: BMW Operating System 8.5 (iDrive 8.5) features a new Home page with three primary information panels and QuickSelect access, plus a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen.
  • Safety: The latest model adds the Driving Assistance Professional Package with Active Driving Assistant Pro, Steering Assistant, Lane Change Assistant, Evasion Assistant, and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant.
  • Starting price: You can buy a brand-new BMW 3 Series for less than $49,500.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

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

*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.

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