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Year:
2020
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
382 hp 3L I6
Exterior color:
Portimao Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
26 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
93,438
Stock #:
1103
VIN:
WBA5U9C03LA380781
Portimao Blue Metallic 2020 BMW 3 Series Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2020 BMW 3 Series

M340i xDrive Sedan AWD

93,438 mi

Salisbury, NC
32 mi away
Good Deal

$30,788

Year:
2026
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
386 hp 3L I6
Exterior color:
Vegas Red Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
14,789
Stock #:
PN9745
VIN:
3MW59FT09T8G09184
Vegas Red Metallic 2026 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2026 BMW 3 Series

M340i RWD

14,789 mi

Charlotte, NC
62 mi away
Good Deal
Manufacturer certified

$56,276

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
New arrival

 

2016 BMW 3 Series

328i Sedan RWD

70,305 mi

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Fair Deal

$16,197

Year:
2022
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
74,505
Stock #:
N8C77523
VIN:
3MW5R1J08N8C77523
Black 2022 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2022 BMW 3 Series

330i RWD

74,505 mi

Raleigh, NC
95 mi away
Good Deal

$26,119

Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
248 hp 2L I4 Hybrid
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
71 MPG
Fuel type:
Hybrid
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
56,306
Stock #:
YJA178064
VIN:
WBA8E1C50JA178064
Black 2018 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2018 BMW 3 Series

330e iPerformance Sedan RWD

56,306 mi

Cary, NC
88 mi away
Great Deal

$13,696

Recommended model year:

2023 BMW 3 Series

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  • With 1,695 currently listed for sale and an average price of $34,621.00, 34.5% 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.

  • 88.1% 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:
180 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
74,639
Stock #:
FK203538
VIN:
WBA3C3C57FK203538
White 2015 BMW 3 Series Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$510

 

2015 BMW 3 Series

320i xDrive Sedan AWD

74,639 mi

Raleigh, NC
93 mi away
Great Deal

$10,899

$10,389

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:
25,137
Stock #:
P8D66612
VIN:
3MW89FF06P8D66612
Gray 2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2023 BMW 3 Series

330i xDrive AWD

25,137 mi

Raleigh, NC
95 mi away
Fair Deal
Manufacturer certified

$38,680

Year:
2026
Make:
BMW
Model:
3 Series
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
7,092
Stock #:
3SL12730
VIN:
3MW69CW0XT8G17857
Gray 2026 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2026 BMW 3 Series

330i RWD

7,092 mi

Winston Salem, NC
2 mi away
Fair Deal
Manufacturer certified

$47,798

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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