BMW’s 3-series has been providing drivers with a premiere, luxury sedan for years, and the 2017 model brings more style, features and capabilities than ever before. Available in a variety of forms, the 3-series can be customized for the needs and desires of any driver.
Continue reading for specs, the 3-series’ standard and optional features, and how you can decide if this sporty sedan is right for you.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Luxury Small Car
MSRP
Starting at $33,450
MPG
Up to 31 city / 43 highway
Fuel Type
Unleaded Premium
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Horsepower
180-320 HP
Engine Options
2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6
Turbocharged inline-4+ electric motor
3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6
Trim Options
320i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 330i Sedan, 328d Sedan, 330i xDrive Sedan, 328d xDrive Sedan, 330i xDrive Sports Wagon, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e iPerformance Plug-In Hybrid, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 340i Sedan, 340i xDrive Gran Turismo, 340i xDrive Sedan
Awards & Rankings
- Ranked 5th in Luxury Small Cars by U.S. News
- Named one of the winningest cars in Car and Driver’s 10 Best history
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 9 ft. 2.6 in.
- Ground clearance: 5.5 in.
- Height: 4 ft. 8.3 in.
- Length: 15 ft. 2.8 in.
- Width: 5 ft. 11.3 in.
- Cargo volume: 13 c. ft.
- Curb weight: 3370 lbs.
Features & Specs
Interior
- 6-way driver and passenger seat adjustments
- Height adjustable driver and passenger seats
- Folding center armrest
- Rear ventilation ducts
- 4 one-touch power windows
- Heated mirrors
- Remote keyless power door locks
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- External temperature display
- Cruise control
- Electric power steering
- Front and rear cup holders
- Keyless ignition
- Hands-free calling
- Roadside assistance
- Mobile Internet
- Navigation
- Sun sensor
- Interior air filtration
- Leather steering wheel
- Climate control
- Extended cabin heating
- 9 total speakers
- Auxiliary audio input with USB connectivity
- Memorized audio settings
Exterior
- Rear window defogger
- Rain sensing wipers
- Alloy wheels
- Run flat tires
- Cargo tie downs
Safety
- 2 front and 3 rear headrests
- Auto delay off headlamps
- Brake drying
- Child seat anchors
- Daytime running lights
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Front and rear head airbags
- Dusk sensing headlamps
- Emergency braking preparation
- Engine immobilizer
- Anti-theft alarm system
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Stability control
- Traction control
- 4-wheel ABS
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Rear door child safety locks
Optional
- Moonroof
- Touchpad navigation
- Split fold-down rear seat
- Power front seats with driver seat memory
- Surround view camera
- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Heated front seats
- Wireless charging
- Manual transmission
- Hands-free power trunk lid
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lightweight wheels
- All-wheel drive
Is the 2017 BMW 3-Series right for you?
Pros
- Powerful engine options
- Great handling
- High-end tech features
- Plenty of cabin room
- High safety rating
Cons
- Weak standard engine
- Standard features and capabilities may disappoint
- High price tag for upgrades
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