The 3-Series has long been the standard-bearer in one of the industry's most competitive segments. BMW offers an impressive combination of styling, performance, and luxury features for a German luxury coupe priced from the low thirties. Offered in RWD and AWD versions, the 3-Series model range includes multiple models with alphanumeric designations corresponding to their driveline. Most 3-Series models are powered by a inline six-cylinder engine which produces 230-bhp when normally-aspirated or 300-bhp when turbocharged. The ultimate 3-Series is the M3 which is powered by a V8 producing over 400 horsepower. Like most BMW models, the 3-Series includes a healthy list of driver aids and available technology, but some common items like heated leather seats require hitting the option list. Despite the numerous improvements to the 3-Series, there are compelling alternatives available from Infiniti and Audi.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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328i | 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $36,500 |
328i | 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $37,825 |
328i xDrive | 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) | M6 | AWD | $38,300 |
328i xDrive | 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $39,625 |
335i | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $42,200 |
335i | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $43,525 |
335i xDrive | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | M6 | AWD | $44,100 |
335i xDrive | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $45,425 |
M3 | 4.0l V8 (414-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $57,850 |
M3 | 4.0l V8 (414-bhp) | SM7 | RWD | $60,750 |