Used BMW 3 Series Prices by Year

Look at the price-to-mileage ratio for each BMW 3 Series model year in the breakdown above. Later years before a redesign tend to be the most refined. Earlier years are the budget play.

You can find a used BMW 3 Series for as low as $999, with top-condition recent examples reaching $249,900. That's a wide range, so start with the model year guide above to see where each year falls.

Some BMW 3 Series model years have strong reliability records, while others have known problem areas. Each year page shows NHTSA recall and complaint data so you can evaluate before buying.

Start by deciding your budget, then compare model years to find the best value in your range. On each BMW 3 Series year page, check the recall history and owner complaints before scheduling a test drive. Always get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic, and verify the vehicle history report for accidents and title issues.

The BMW 3 Series has 10 model years in our market data, spanning the 2016 through 2025. The table above breaks them down side by side.