Prices of the new gasoline-powered BMW Series 3 are already known

Introduced less than a month ago, the first units of the new BMW Series 3 with internal combustion engines are beginning to arrive in the coming months. All prices listed.

The BMW i3 was one of the most anticipated electric cars of the year, and many thought that with its arrival, the conventional Series 3 would become obsolete. But they couldn’t have been further from the truth.

After seven generations and 14 million units sold, this German sedan has just undergone one of the biggest transformations in its history. Not only does it feature a completely new design, but it has also eliminated diesel engines.

And contrary to what usually happens, there was no need for months of waiting to learn the prices of this model. Instead, BMW revealed everything at once: the new Series 3 with internal combustion engines is now available for order starting at 53,600 euros.

Grown in Every Aspect

Awarding a look from the outside, the new BMW Series 3 retains the sedan proportions we’ve always known, with a 2.5 volume ratio, a long wheelbase (2.86 meters), and a trunk that slopes significantly backward.

Compared to its predecessor, it is 5.2 cm longer (4.765 m), 2.3 cm wider (1.85 m), and slightly taller by about 0.7 cm (1.455 m). Additionally, its front and rear track widths have increased by 2.8 cm, reaching 1.597 m and 1.617 m respectively.

Interestingly, despite growing in size, the trunk’s capacity has decreased by 30 liters, now offering only 450 liters. This is exactly the same capacity as the BMW i3, even though they are based on completely different platforms.

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But the improvements don’t stop at dimensions alone. The design is entirely new and draws inspiration from the new i3, featuring a cleaner aesthetic with more horizontal lines. Light-based accents take over where chrome elements used to be.

The interior is equally revolutionary compared to the previous generation. Traditional instruments have been removed in favor of Panoramic Vision, a display that spans the entire bottom of the windshield. This is complemented by a 17.9″ central screen and a new interaction concept, featuring touch controls on the steering wheel and an interface designed primarily for the driver.

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Only gasoline and plug-in hybrid

The innovations extend to the mechanical aspects as well. The new Series 3 lineup currently available in the domestic market consists exclusively of two gasoline engines, all turbocharged and paired with a 48 V mild-hybrid system.

In 2027, a plug-in hybrid version will be added, with an electric range expected to exceed 100 km. Diesel engines? Not in sight.

How much does it cost?

In Portugal, the range of the new BMW Series 3 will begin with the 320, which is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a 48 V mild-hybrid system. Together, they enable the Series 3 to deliver 155 kW (211 hp) and 330 Nm of torque, with prices starting at 53,600 euros.

At the top of the range is the BMW Series 3 M350 xDrive. Under the hood lies the well-known turbocharged six-cylinder in-line engine, also supported by a 48 V mild-hybrid system. This powers an electric motor producing 13 kW (18 hp) and 200 Nm of torque, helping to raise the total output of this version to 326 kW (443 hp) and 580 Nm. Naturally, this version is more expensive, starting at 92,000 euros.