2016 BMW 3 Series Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 -32 City / 29 -42 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
180 -320
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Debra B
It has free maintenance...including the brakes, so everything is covered by BMW.
I love how it handles the road, especially in the "sport" mode. It's a fun car to drive, stylish, safe and reliable. Not really any dislikes that I can think of at the moment. It has all the options, so it's great!
accountCircle Kammy M
It has comfortable drive. Has to always be clean and nice
I love it, drives smooth, easy to drive. Can be fast. Ac works amazing. I always get told they like my car
accountCircle Mara R
It is not inexpensive but it is worth every penny. If you lease it, everything is covered except the tires and brakes. The tires are maybe the biggest issue as they are run flats and cost a lot to replace if needed.
I love the drive on my BMW. It is smooth and sharp and the steering handles well. I also absolutely LOVE my heated seats and how fast they heat up along with my heated steering wheel. No other car I have driven or owned can even compare to this car.
accountCircle Jayden H
It is not a family vehicle, should be used for singles or a couple.
Like - it is easy to drive and looks good. Gas efficient and automatic transmission. Dislike - it is difficult for a beginner to figure out how to use the turn signal vs windshield wipers.
accountCircle Bon B
Great car to have for anyone.
Very comfortable, great to drive in. Surprisingly lots of space in the back and mpg is very good. The stereo systems is amazing and the trunk has lots of space. The service is not as expensive as most people say and the people at the center are very nice and care about the customers. Very reliable car no problems in the four years of owning it. Would definitely recommend this car to anyone.
accountCircle Jennifer B
It is the most reliable car I have ever owned.
This is a high quality vehicle with many comforts and a powerful engine. My only complaint is poor gas mileage.
accountCircle Leon L
My family and I have full confidence in the BMW 3-series. Thanks.
I love my car. Its performance are good. I always comfort feel. Me and my family members depend a lot on it when we go on long trips. My family and I are very happy with the vehicle. The BMW 3 series epitomizes the modern sports sedan with its comprehensive performance and innate sophistication. There's also a plug-in hybrid for the green crows. While we're saddened by BMW's decision to eliminate the 3's manual transmission, the perceptive eight speed automatic is a worthy substitute.
accountCircle Danielle S
2016 BMW 3-series - high luxury car at a low luxury price.
There is a seal issue on the passenger side door and no back up camera - however, the side mirrors automatically turn in a way to make backing up easier. The only other issue I have is the cost of maintenance - but if you want the car to have longevity you do what you got to do.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Heath S
The i3 was expected to go from 0 to 100 km/h.
The i3 is a decent pick in the luxury hybrid and electric car class. It features a quality interior and lots of standard and available technology, but for some luxury car shoppers, this bimmer does not quite hit the mark in terms of performance or luxury.
accountCircle Chase B
The gas mileage is great as well as the media center.
If I were to do it again I would make sure to get upgraded light package. I had previously driven a 328i which automatically comes with the upgraded light package by default. Only the 320i has base trim lights that must be upgraded to get the BMW halos.
accountCircle Son P
Cool design and fast smooth ride.
Great ride and comfort smooth drive. Love the service and design of the car. Quality and strong engine.
accountCircle Alex R
Fun to drive but warning lights and idrive system is not optimal.
Constantly have sos malfunction warning lights. Eco pro drive mode is sluggish and does not make the car enjoyable to drive. The interior styling is sleek and comfortable. 2 forward facing car seats can comfortably be placed in the backseat. Sport plus mode gives the car a much more sporty handling feel without the drain on gas. Overall car can go 0-60 in just about 6 seconds.
accountCircle Kathryn L
Leather seating. Sunroof. 360 viewing from dashboard.
No navigation system, has 3 levels to drive in allows for vehicle to shut off at stops or traffic to conserve on gas, great vehicle evaluation systems when things need to be addressed. Living in Arizona the tires need air very often and I would not really know unless the systems informs me.
accountCircle Tiffany H
My car is all black with tinted windows. My rims are black along with.
Expensive maintenance and car detailing due to model of vehicle. The car has so many great performances for themselves but once the car is dead it is just best to sell for parts rather than buying something like a new battery or transmission.
accountCircle stephanie R
Overall it is a great vehicle.
Very comfortable but spends a lot of gas money,, seats are very easily stained, when you hit speed bumps or potholes car barely reacts, has a good amount of truck space but back seats are a little crowded, but definitely manageable, 8/10 would recommend for people who are new to driving.
accountCircle Sarah O
It is fast and very comfortable to drive in.
I like the make and look but the inside of the car is outdated.

BMW 3 Series Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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320i
180 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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320i xDrive
180 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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328i
240 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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328d
180 HP 36 MPG 5 Seats
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328i xDrive
240 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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330e
247 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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328d xDrive
180 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats
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340i
320 HP 23-26 MPG 5 Seats
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340i xDrive
320 HP 23-26 MPG 5 Seats
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335i xDrive
300 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 BMW 3 Series Owner Reviews

4.67
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5 stars 72%
4 stars 23%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Daniel B on June 25, 2021
The best thing about BMW is that they do not get old never.
It's a really nice car to drive, its secure, sounds really good and it's really fast. Love BMW. Regarding the problems it had problems with the ac and the brakes, its a recurrent problem with BMW but they always solved everything with no charge or minimum charge even after the warranty expired.
accountCircle Seoljin L on June 24, 2021
BMW 320i: the luxury car that stands up to its name.
The car is very spacious with a luxurious interior. It offers 3 driving mode (eco, comfort, sport) that will fit your driving needs. The car’s technology and features are up-to-date and are easy to use. The car’s front seats could be moved easily using power buttons, and it also offers seat heaters.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Kristin J.

The car is comfortable, modern look, reliable, pick up speed is pretty good, sound system is good, and trunk has great space but does not take away from room in the back seats. Easy to scroll through menu without taking your attention away from the road.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Kristin J.

The only big con would be gas and updates. It takes about fifty two dollars to fill up all the way and since I do a lot of driving for work I usually have to fill up every two of three days. If you do a lot of driving this might not be the most ideal car for you. The other thing is the updates for the navigation and all that other stuff. It is like $40 and you have to download it every time they update it.

Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2016 BMW 3 Series has an average owner rating of 4.67 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 19 other Luxury Small Cars.

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Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 BMW 3 Series has a combined MPG of 42 which ranks it #3 of 19 other Luxury Small Cars.

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85 MPG
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43 MPG
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42 MPG

Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series A Good Car?

Amazing, safe and beautiful car! It is very comfortable and fuel efficient since you have the eco pro option very classy and luxury looking car.
Noor A.
Yes of course it's one of the best car in my view.I am using the car about 3 years and enjoying it so much
Jenny M.
Yes, the best vehicle that I have ever owned. It drives the best out of the all the cars I've owned since 1995.
Diana S.
Yes has never broken down on me and it has lasted me for 3 years already the ac gets really cold and I love leather seats
son F.
It's an amazing vehicle. It is hybrid and so classy. The first car I own and its of a luxury brand, I absolutely love it
Beth G.

How Reliable Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series?

It is very reliable. Rarely have to do any fixes just oil change and service check up yearly it is very smooth and convenient and makes the most of gas put in.
Noor A.
My car is one of the best car .I am using this car about three year and still it's working like a new car .I feel so good to have a car like this
Holly T.
Yes, it is reliable. I have never had any issues with it since the day I've gotten it. Maintenance is included so I make sure to bring it in when it is due.
Jessica S.
Yes it is have never had any issues I've only replaced the basic stuff like lights and coils but transmission and engine have been so good
Rachael Y.
No it doesn't have any problem, completely reliable. Ha the latest and the greatest technology and facilities
Taylor G.

Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series A Good Value?

Worth it for the long run so your dollar paid pays you back. We use it to drive Lyft and it is honestly a return on investment.
Noor A.
My car is one of the best car .I am using this car about three year and still it's working like a new car .I feel so good to have a car like this. This car is the great value on money
Maria T.
My particular vehicle costs 51000 because it has the upgrades. It was an executive vehicle and it does more than a typical 3 series, so I would say it is worth the value.
Hayley C.
It costed me about 55000 grand worth every penny. On my first job and my first car had to be the best
Shea J.

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What's the 2016 BMW 328i oil capacity?

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What's the 2016 bmw 328i oil type?

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Safety & Reliability

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety