BMW

BMW 3 Series

Price $44,990 – $93,500
Fuel consumption 6.9 – 14.7 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 79%(view ratings)
The 2022 model year is another opportunity for the BMW 3 Series to evolve and attract more customers. Its extensive lineup includes a plug-in hybrid variant offering 37 kilometres of electric range. Customers have a choice of rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models. The more powerful M340i, M3 and M3 Competition will sure catch the attention of performance enthusiasts. The last one packs 503 horsepower and gets to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds.

BMW 3 Series

Pricing
MSRP CA$44,990
Fees CA$2,445
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$846/month
Powertrain
Combined power 288 hp
Combined torque 310 lb·ft
Engine 2,0 l I-4
Power 181 hp @ 3,800 rpm (135 kW)
Torque 258 lb·ft @ 1,450 – 3,600 rpm (350 N·m)
Induction Turbocharged
Fuel type Premium
Engine Electric
Power 111 hp @ 3,170 rpm (83 kW)
Torque 195 lb·ft @ 0 – 3,170 rpm (264 N·m)
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain RWD
Hybrid / Electric
Battery type Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Energy 12.0 kWh
Voltage 354 V
Charging times
  • 120V: 10.9 h
  • 240V: 2.9 h
  • 400V: N/A
Cooling N/A
Drivetrain structure N/A
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type Sedan
Category Compact luxury car, Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid
Assembly San Luis Potosí, MX
Generation 7
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 9.4 L/100km
Highway 7.2 L/100km
Combined 8.4 L/100km (3.1 Lₑ/100km)
Autonomy 476 km
Electric autonomy 37 km
CO₂ emissions 100 g/km
Equipment
Sunroof standard
Heated front seats optional
Heated rear seats not available
Heated steering wheel optional
Ventilated front seats not available
Head-up display not available
Surround-view camera not available
Smart key standard
Blindspot detection optional
Forward collision warning standard
Autonomous emergency braking standard
Lane departure warning optional
Adaptive cruise control not available
Remote engine start not available
GPS optional
Infotainment
Front USB ports standard
Apple CarPlay compatible standard
Android Auto compatible standard
Sirius XM standard
Bluetooth audio standard
Wi-Fi hotspot not available
Wireless phone charging not available
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electric assistance
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension independent, multi-link
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P225/45R18
Rear tires P225/45R18
Safety
Seat belts 5
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,717 mm (186″)
Width 1,827 mm (72″)
Height 1,444 mm (57″)
Wheelbase 2,851 mm (112″)
Weight 1,832 kg (4,039 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 5
Trunk 374 l
Fuel tank 40 l (9 gal)
Towing capacity not recommended
Performance
0-100 km/h 5.9 s (manufacturer)
80-120 km/h 5.1 s (estimated)
Top speed 230 km/h (143 mph) (manufacturer)
Braking distance 43 m
Warranty
Base warranty 4 years/80,000 km
Powertrain warranty 4 years/80,000 km
The Car Guide rating
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 8/10
Average 79%(view ratings)