BMW 3 Series Specifications: Full Technical Details

BMW 3 Series is one of the world's most iconic sports sedans, setting the benchmark for compact executive performance and driving dynamics. The current G20 generation adds mild-hybrid technology. This page lists the generations sold in Malaysia, newest first.

Current Generation (2019-Present)

The current 3 Series (G20 LCI, 2019–present in Malaysia) uses a 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder producing 184–255 hp and 300–400 Nm, with an 8-speed Steptronic and rear- or all-wheel drive, in 320i and 330i M Sport variants.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN

Segment COMPACT EXECUTIVE SEDAN

Seats 5

Fuel PETROL

Transmission 8-speed Steptronic automatic

Drive Rear-wheel drive; All-wheel drive (xDrive)

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,998 cc

Engine type2.0L TwinPower Turbo I4 (B46/B48)

Peak power135–190 kW (184–255 hp)

Peak torque300–400 Nm

Transmission8-speed Steptronic automatic

Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive; All-wheel drive (xDrive)

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,709 × 1,827 × 1,435 mm mm

Wheelbase2,851 mm

Kerb weight1,470–1,745 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank41–60 L

Seats5

Fuel economy (city)6.4–7.9 L/100km

Fuel economy (highway)4.7–5.2 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc

Rear brakesVentilated disc

Front suspensionDouble wishbone; MacPherson strut

Rear suspensionMulti-link system; Multi-link

SteeringElectric power steering (rack & pinion); Power steering (rack & pinion)

Front tyres225/45 R18; 225/40 R19; 225/50 R17

Previous Generation (2012-2019)

The 2012-2019 BMW 3 Series is powered by a Turbo Intercooled; Turbo Direct F/INJ; Twin Turbo Direct Fi engine producing 100–225 kW and 200–450 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 8-speed dual-clutch; 6-speed manual. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN & 4-DOOR HATCHBACK & 2-DOOR COUPE & 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE

Segment MEDIUM PREMIUM; MEDIUM SPORTS; MEDIUM HYBRID +1 more

Seats 5

Fuel PETROL; DIESEL

Transmission 8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 8-speed dual-clutch +1 more

Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,499–2,998 cc

Engine typeTurbo Intercooled; Turbo Direct F/INJ; Twin Turbo Direct Fi

Peak power100–225 kW

Peak torque200–450 Nm

Transmission8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 8-speed dual-clutch +1 more

Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,624–4,824 × 1,811–1,828 × 1,384–1,508 mm mm

Wheelbase2,760–2,920 mm

Kerb weight1,390–1,735 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank41–63 L

Seats5

Fuel economy (city)4.7–13.3 L/100km

Fuel economy (highway)3.6–6.8 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc

Rear brakesVentilated disc; Disc

Front suspensionMacPherson strut; Double wishbone

Rear suspensionMulti-link; Coil spring; multi-link +1 more

SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)

Front tyres225/45 R18; 225/50 R17; 225/55 R17 +1 more

Earlier Generation (2005-2012)

The 2005-2012 BMW 3 Series is powered by a Twin Turbo Direct Fi; Turbo Cdi; Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 105–225 kW and 200–450 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic; 6-speed manual. It seats 4–5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN & 4-DOOR WAGON & 2-DOOR COUPE & 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE

Segment MEDIUM PREMIUM; MEDIUM SPORTS; MEDIUM HYBRID +1 more

Seats 4–5

Fuel PETROL; DIESEL

Transmission 8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic +1 more

Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,995–2,996 cc

Engine typeTwin Turbo Direct Fi; Turbo Cdi; Multi Point F/INJ

Peak power105–225 kW

Peak torque200–450 Nm

Transmission8-speed automatic; 8 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic +1 more

Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,610–4,624 × 1,780–1,811 × 1,369–1,429 mm mm

Wheelbase2,725–2,810 mm

Kerb weight1,390–1,730 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank57–63 L

Seats4–5

Fuel economy (city)5.4–13.8 L/100km

Fuel economy (highway)3.9–7.0 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc

Rear brakesVentilated disc; Disc

Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; trailing arm +1 more

Rear suspensionCoil spring; multi-link; stabilizer bar

SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)

Front tyres225/45 R18; 225/50 R17; 225/45 R17 +1 more

Earlier Generation (1998-2005)

The 1998-2005 BMW 3 Series is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ; Naturally Aspirated Multipoint Fuel Injection engine producing 105–200 kW and 200–320 Nm, paired with 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 5-speed automatic; 5-speed manual. It seats 4–5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN & 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE & 2-DOOR COUPE & 4-DOOR WAGON

Segment MEDIUM PREMIUM; MEDIUM SPORTS

Seats 4–5

Fuel PETROL

Transmission 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 5-speed automatic +1 more

Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,796–2,996 cc

Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ; Naturally Aspirated Multipoint Fuel Injection

Peak power105–200 kW

Peak torque200–320 Nm

Transmission5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 5-speed automatic +1 more

Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,470 × 1,740 × 1,369–1,421 mm mm

Wheelbase2,700–2,760 mm

Kerb weight1,330–1,705 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60–63 L

Seats4–5

Fuel economy (city)12.9 L/100km

Fuel economy (highway)6.8 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc

Rear brakesVentilated disc

Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; trailing arm +1 more

Rear suspensionCoil spring; multi-link; stabilizer bar +4 more

SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion

Front tyres205/55 R16 91; 225/45 R17 W; 205/55 R16 91 W +1 more

Earlier Generation (1991-1998)

The 1991-1998 BMW 3 Series is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 127–194 kW and 245–285 Nm, paired with 4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic; 6-speed manual. It seats 4–5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN & 2-DOOR COUPE

Segment MEDIUM PREMIUM; MEDIUM SPORTS

Seats 4–5

Fuel PETROL

Transmission 4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic +1 more

Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,596–2,799 cc

Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ

Peak power127–194 kW

Peak torque245–285 Nm

Transmission4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic +1 more

Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × HNot available mm

Wheelbase2,700–2,725 mm

Kerb weight1,340–1,457 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank63 L

Seats4–5

Fuel economy (city)Not available L/100km

Fuel economy (highway)Not available L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc

Rear brakesVentilated disc

Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; stabilizer bar

Rear suspensionCoil spring; multi-link; stabilizer bar

SteeringRack and pinion; Power steering (rack & pinion)

Front tyres205/55 R16 91H

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen.	Years	Engine	Power	Variants
Current Generation (2019-Present)	2019–Present	2.0 L	135–190 kW (184–255 hp)	Not available
Previous Generation (2012-2019)	2012–2019	1.5–3.0 L	100–225 kW	Not available
Earlier Generation (2005-2012)	2005–2012	2.0–3.0 L	105–225 kW	Not available
Earlier Generation (1998-2005)	1998–2005	1.8–3.0 L	105–200 kW	Not available
Earlier Generation (1991-1998)	1991–1998	1.6–2.8 L	127–194 kW	Not available

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