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

Positive Owner Reviews

Edy B

Excellent driving experience.

BMW handles wonderful and has very good fuel economy on the highway and in the city. This is a very sturdy car to use for everyday.

Stef W

I love my twin turbo BMW 335i Gran Turismo!

My car is lightning fast with twin turbos, and has x drive, so it does great in the snow. It is beautiful, comfortable, and handles like a dream! The hatchback allows for lots of storage, and the option for roof racks is excellent for hauling bikes or skis. It's got Bluetooth for phone calls and entertainment and a nav system to find your way. Awesome for road trips! Love this car!

Rosalena C

BMW X3 good car I love it so much thank you for everything you did car to me is amazing job I love the car

Nothing very much I love everything about the car it's amazing

Lloyd M

My car is very fast and reliable. It drives smooth and can cruise at high speeds.

My car has no major issues but the service engine soon light comes on once a year. I take it in and nothing is wrong. Kinda weird. The car drives amazing and smooth and the interior is amazing and I love the navigation and DVD player in the car. The sunroof is nice too.

Christy C

My first BMW turbo. 2016 e series. Leather coupe. Full nav system and audio system.

Overall, the performance of the BMW has been great. It is a turbo engine and the capability of the car is the best I have ever experienced. I have never driven a car that was capable of perform so well. I have only had it since July so I have not had any problems or the need for maintenance. I plan to have the BMW as long as possible. I love driving it!

Andre K

Its is a very fast car with twin turbos.

I like how fast it is. I like the color. I like how it handles. I like how quiet it is on the inside and the way the interior looks. I love the tires and rims. .

Joe C

High quality and fun to drive. Very safe car too.

My BMW has a very Sporty ride.It has Great handling. Really fun to drive, it truly is the ultimate driving machine.

Donald B

Main point was I really feel so much comfortable and feel safe.

I have problem about fuel efficiency and sometimes it's really hard to get right parts of the car but the performance is the best. I really like the comfortable seats and the most important the security and privacy and its feel so safe. Most of the time I went for long drive and it just give me so much comfortable.

Negative Owner Reviews

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

320i

180 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats

320i xDrive

180 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats

328i

240 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats

328d

180 HP 36 MPG 5 Seats

328i xDrive

240 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats

330e

247 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats

328d xDrive

180 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats

340i

320 HP 23-26 MPG 5 Seats

340i xDrive

320 HP 23-26 MPG 5 Seats

335i xDrive

300 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats

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2016 BMW 3 Series Owner Reviews

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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.

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

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 BMW 328i oil capacity?

Answer: The 2016 BMW 328i oil capacity iS6.1 quarts. Your oil needs to be replaced eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't replace it, there will be issues with the engine. Having...

What's the 2016 BMW 320i fuse box location?

Answer: There are two fuse boxes on the 2016 BMW 320i. The first is located under the hood, while the second is located under the dashboard below the steering wheel. In electronics and electrical engineering, a fuse is...

How do i perform the 2016 BMW 328i oil reset?

Answer: To reset the oil service light on the 2017 BMW 328i first press the start/stop button turning the car on. Be sure not to start the engine. Next You will press the Set/Reset button and hold for roughly 10...

What's the 2016 bmw 328i oil type?

Answer: The 2016 BMW 328i oil type iS5w-30. Your oil needs to be replaced eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't replace it, there will be issues with the engine. Having high...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2016 BMW 3 Series Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

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BMW 3 Series Models

2016 BMW 3 Series Owner Reviews

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Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

Ranks #3 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series?

Is The 2016 BMW 3 Series A Good Value?

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