BMW 3 Series Specs by Generation

Name: BMW 3 Series specifications by chassis code (US market)
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By CarWhere Research · Updated November 3, 2026

CarWhere lists 40 US-market BMW 3 Series trims across 5 chassis codes, from the E36 (1992–1999) to the G20 (2019–present), with engine code, power, torque, 0–60, weight and launch MSRP. The G20 makes 255–386 hp (330i / 330i xDrive to M340i / M340i xDrive); quickest BMW-claimed 0–60 is 5.6 s.

G20/G21 3 Series (2019–present) specs

Chassis codes: G20 sedan · G21 sports wagon (touring) — not sold in the us · LCI (facelift) from the 2023 model year

What changed in the G20

US sales of the G20 sedan began for 2019 with the 330i. The six-cylinder M340i joined for 2020, and for 2021 a new 330e plug-in hybrid arrived with a bigger battery than the F30 version. BMW did not sell the G21 Touring wagon in the US, so the US G20 range is sedan-only. The 2023 LCI added a new front end and BMW's curved display, and US power ratings stayed the same. For 2025 both gasoline engines gained 48V mild-hybrid assistance and the M340i rose to 386 hp, while the US 330e ended after the 2024 model year.

BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019–present) US-market specifications by trim — 7 trims
Trim	Model years	Body	Engine code	Engine	Power (hp)	Torque (lb-ft)	Drive	Transmission	0–60 mph (s)	Top speed (mph)	Curb weight (lb)	Base MSRP (USD)
330i / 330i xDriveMSRP and curb weight are the 2019 RWD sedan (xDrive $42,250).	2019–2022	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4	255	295	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,582	$40,250
330i / 330i xDrivePost-LCI; ratings unchanged. 2023 xDrive $45,800.	2023–2024	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4	255	295	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,582	$43,800
330i / 330i xDriveRevised engine with 48V mild-hybrid assist; ratings unchanged. Cars.com lists the 2025 xDrive at $47,950; other outlets quoted $45,500 for the base car, probably an earlier price. The 2026 sedan starts at $47,500.	2025–present	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4 mild hybrid	255	295	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,644	$45,950
M340i / M340i xDriveMSRP is the RWD sedan (xDrive $56,000).	2020–2022	Sedan	B58	3.0L turbo inline-6	382	369	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	—	$54,000
M340i / M340i xDrivePost-LCI; ratings unchanged. 2023 xDrive $58,400. Curb weight is the RWD sedan per Cars.com.	2023–2024	Sedan	B58	3.0L turbo inline-6	382	369	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,849	$56,400
M340i / M340i xDriveThe 2025 update added 48V mild-hybrid assist and more torque. 2025 xDrive $62,200.	2025–present	Sedan	B58	3.0L turbo inline-6 mild hybrid	386	398	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,896	$60,200
330e / 330e xDriveOutput is the system rating with XtraBoost. Battery is 12 kWh gross, and EPA electric range is 22 miles (RWD) or 20 miles (xDrive). Top speed is 130 mph on all-season tires, or 142 mph (RWD) / 140 mph (xDrive) on performance tires. The xDrive cost $46,550 and weighed 4,138 lb. 2024 MSRP $45,600; not offered for 2025.	2021–2024	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4 plug-in hybrid	288	310	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	5.6 automatic · 5.7 automatic	130	4,039	$44,550

Sources for the G20: Cars.com — 2019 BMW 330 specs & trims · Cars.com — 2020 BMW M340i specs & trims · BMW Group Newsroom USA — The 2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV Sedans · Cars.com — 2023 BMW 330 specs & trims · Cars.com — 2023 BMW M340i specs & trims · Cars.com — 2023 BMW 330e specs & trims · Cars.com — 2025 BMW 330e specs & trims · Cars.com — 2025 BMW 330 specs & trims · Cars.com — 2025 BMW M340i specs & trims · BMW Group Newsroom (Americas) — The new BMW 3 Series (2025 update, Canadian-market spec sheet) · Wikipedia — BMW 3 Series (G20) (secondary/QA reference) · Cars.com — 2019 BMW 330i sedan specs · Cars.com — 2026 BMW 330 specs & trims · Cars.com — 2024 BMW 330e specs & trims

F30/F31/F34 3 Series (2012–2019) specs

Chassis codes: F30 sedan · F31 sports wagon · F34 gran turismo · LCI (facelift) from the 2016 model year

What changed in the F30

The F30 sedan arrived for 2012 with two engines: a turbocharged 2.0L N20 four in the 328i and the N55 six in the 335i. The coupe and convertible became the separate 4 Series. The 320i, ActiveHybrid 3 and xDrive sedans followed for 2013, and the 328d diesel, the F31 Sports Wagon and the F34 Gran Turismo hatchback were added for 2014. The 2016 LCI put the B58 six into the new 340i and added the 330e plug-in hybrid; the B48 four followed for 2017 in the new 330i. In the US the wagons and Gran Turismos came only with all-wheel drive, and they stayed on sale through 2019, a year after the sedan.

BMW 3 Series F30/F31/F34 (2012–2019) US-market specifications by trim — 15 trims
Trim	Model years	Body	Engine code	Engine	Power (hp)	Torque (lb-ft)	Drive	Transmission	0–60 mph (s)	Top speed (mph)	Curb weight (lb)	Base MSRP (USD)
320i / 320i xDriveDetuned version of the 328i's turbo four. xDrive sedan $34,550 (2013). MSRP and curb weight are the 2013 RWD sedan.	2013–2018	Sedan	N20	2.0L turbo inline-4	180	200	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic	—	—	3,295	$32,550
328i / 328i xDrivexDrive sedan from 2013 ($38,850 that year). A SULEV version was also sold. Replaced by the 330i for 2017. MSRP and curb weight are the 2012 RWD sedan.	2012–2016	Sedan	N20	2.0L turbo inline-4	240	255	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic	—	—	3,406	$34,900
328i xDrive Sports Wagon2016 MSRP $42,650.	2014–2016	Sports Wagon	N20	2.0L turbo inline-4	240	255	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	—	$41,450
328i xDrive Gran Turismo2016 MSRP $43,000.	2014–2016	Gran Turismo	N20	2.0L turbo inline-4	240	255	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,915	$41,450
335i / 335i xDrivexDrive sedan from 2013. Replaced by the 340i for 2016. MSRP and curb weight are the 2012 RWD sedan (2014 sedan listed at 3,555 lb).	2012–2015	Sedan	N55	3.0L turbo inline-6	300	300	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic	—	—	3,571	$42,400
335i xDrive Gran Turismo2016 MSRP $49,200.	2014–2016	Gran Turismo	N55	3.0L turbo inline-6	300	300	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	4,010	$46,850
ActiveHybrid 3Full hybrid that pairs the N55 six with an electric motor built into the automatic gearbox; output is the combined system rating. 2015 MSRP $50,150.	2013–2015	Sedan	N55	3.0L turbo inline-6 hybrid	335	330	RWD	8-speed automatic	—	—	—	$49,650
328d / 328d xDriveFour-cylinder diesel. MSRP and curb weight are the 2014 RWD sedan (xDrive sedan $40,600).	2014–2018	Sedan	N47	2.0L turbo diesel inline-4	180	280	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,460	$38,600
328d xDrive Sports Wagon2018 MSRP $46,150.	2014–2018	Sports Wagon	N47	2.0L turbo diesel inline-4	180	280	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	—	$42,950
330e iPerformancePlug-in hybrid; figures are system output. Cars.com lists 247 hp, though 248 hp is also widely quoted. The US got no 330e for 2019–2020.	2016–2018	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4 plug-in hybrid	247	310	RWD	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,915	$43,700
340i / 340i xDriveReplaced the 335i. MSRP and curb weight are the 2016 RWD sedan (xDrive $47,800).	2016–2018	Sedan	B58	3.0L turbo inline-6	320	330	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic	—	—	3,555	$45,800
340i xDrive Gran Turismo2019 MSRP $51,250.	2017–2019	Gran Turismo	B58	3.0L turbo inline-6	320	330	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	4,010	$50,550
330i / 330i xDriveReplaced the 328i. MSRP and curb weight are the 2017 RWD sedan (xDrive $40,750). The G20 replaced the F30 sedan for 2019.	2017–2018	Sedan	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4	248	258	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic	—	—	3,410	$38,750
330i xDrive Sports Wagon2019 MSRP $45,000. This was the last 3 Series wagon sold in the US.	2017–2019	Sports Wagon	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4	248	258	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	—	$42,950
330i xDrive Gran Turismo2019 MSRP $45,400.	2017–2019	Gran Turismo	B48	2.0L turbo inline-4	248	258	AWD (xDrive)	8-speed automatic	—	—	3,915	$44,700

E90/E91/E92/E93 3 Series (2006–2013) specs

Chassis codes: E90 sedan · E91 sports wagon · E92 coupe · E93 convertible · LCI (facelift) from the 2009 model year

What changed in the E90

The E90 sedan arrived for 2006 as the 325i and 330i, powered by the new N52 magnesium-aluminum inline-6, alongside an all-wheel-drive 325xi wagon. For 2007 the range was rebuilt around the 230 hp 328i and the twin-turbo N54 335i, and BMW added the E92 coupe and the E93 retractable-hardtop convertible. Sedan and wagon were facelifted for 2009, when xi badges became xDrive and the 335d diesel sedan arrived; coupe and convertible followed for 2011. For 2011 the 335i moved to the single twin-scroll-turbo N55, and the N54-powered 335is coupe and convertible joined the lineup. The F30 replaced the sedan after 2011; the wagon ended after 2012 and the coupe and convertible after 2013.

BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006–2013) US-market specifications by trim — 7 trims
Trim	Model years	Body	Engine code	Engine	Power (hp)	Torque (lb-ft)	Drive	Transmission	0–60 mph (s)	Top speed (mph)	Curb weight (lb)	Base MSRP (USD)
325i / 325xiDespite the badge, the US 325i used a 3.0L N52. The wagon was offered only as the AWD 325xi Sports Wagon ($34,600); the 325xi sedan was $32,800. MSRP and curb weight are the RWD sedan. One model year only.	2006	Sedan, Sports Wagon	N52	3.0L inline-6	215	185	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	—	—	3,285	$30,900
330i / 330xiOne model year only; 330xi AWD sedan $38,500. Replaced for 2007 by the 328i and 335i.	2006	Sedan	N52	3.0L inline-6	255	220	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	—	—	3,417	$36,600
328i / 328xi / 328i xDriveAWD was badged 328xi through 2008 and 328i xDrive from 2009 (sedan, wagon, coupe). The sedan ended after 2011, the wagon after 2012, and the coupe and convertible after 2013. MSRP and curb weight are the 2007 RWD sedan (2007: wagon $34,200, coupe $35,300, convertible $43,200). A SULEV 328i was also sold.	2007–2013	Sedan, Sports Wagon, Coupe, Convertible	N52	3.0L inline-6	230	200	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	—	—	3,340	$32,400
335i / 335xi / 335i xDriveAWD was badged 335xi for 2007–2008 and 335i xDrive from 2009 (sedan and coupe only). MSRP and curb weight are the 2007 RWD sedan (2007 coupe $40,800, 335xi sedan $40,800, convertible $49,100).	2007–2010	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	N54	3.0L twin-turbo inline-6	300	300	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	—	—	3,594	$38,900
335i / 335i xDriveFor 2011 the single twin-scroll-turbo N55 replaced the N54. Ratings were unchanged, but peak torque arrives at lower rpm. The E90 sedan ended after 2011; coupe and convertible ran through 2013. MSRP and curb weight are the 2011 RWD sedan.	2011–2013	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	N55	3.0L turbo inline-6	300	300	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	—	—	3,593	$42,050
335dClean-diesel sedan, automatic only.	2009–2011	Sedan	M57	3.0L twin-turbo diesel inline-6	265	425	RWD	6-speed automatic	—	—	3,825	$43,900
335isUprated N54 with a temporary overboost above the rated torque. MSRP and curb weight are the coupe (2011 convertible $59,650).	2011–2013	Coupe, Convertible	N54	3.0L twin-turbo inline-6	320	332	RWD	6-speed manual, 7-speed dual-clutch	—	—	3,571	$51,100

E46 3 Series (1999–2006) specs

Chassis codes: E46/4 sedan · E46/2 coupe · E46/2C convertible · E46/3 sports wagon · LCI (facelift) from the 2002 model year

What changed in the E46

The E46 sedan launched in the US for 1999 as the 323i and 328i, and the Ci coupe, convertible and Sport Wagon followed for 2000. For 2001 BMW moved to the M54 engine family, renaming the cars 325i (2.5L) and 330i (3.0L), and added all-wheel-drive xi versions of the sedan and wagon. Sedans and wagons got their LCI facelift for 2002 and coupes and convertibles for 2004, with no change to US power ratings at either update. The E90 family replaced the sedan and wagon after 2005; the coupe and convertible carried on through 2006. Some states got a SULEV-certified 325i, and the 330i/330Ci offered a factory Performance Package (enthusiast code ZHP). The E46 M3 is covered separately.

BMW 3 Series E46 (1999–2006) US-market specifications by trim — 4 trims
Trim	Model years	Body	Engine code	Engine	Power (hp)	Torque (lb-ft)	Drive	Transmission	0–60 mph (s)	Top speed (mph)	Curb weight (lb)	Base MSRP (USD)
323i / 323CiSedan only for 1999; the 323Ci coupe ($28,990), convertible ($34,990) and 323i Sport Wagon ($29,200) joined for 2000. MSRP and curb weight are the 1999 sedan. Uses the updated (TU) M52.	1999–2000	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible, Sports Wagon	M52	2.5L inline-6	170	181	RWD	5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic	—	—	3,153	$26,400
328i / 328CiSedan for 1999–2000; 328Ci coupe added for 2000 at $33,990. MSRP and curb weight are the 1999 sedan. Uses the updated (TU) M52.	1999–2000	Sedan, Coupe	M52	2.8L inline-6	193	206	RWD	5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic	—	—	3,197	$33,400
325i / 325xi / 325Cixi = all-wheel drive (sedan and Sport Wagon only); our source first lists it for 2002, when the 325xi sedan cost $28,850. Sedan and wagon ended after 2005; coupe and convertible ran through 2006. MSRP and curb weight are the 2001 RWD sedan (2001 coupe $28,990, wagon $29,400, convertible $35,990). Some states got a SULEV 325i.	2001–2006	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible, Sports Wagon	M54	2.5L inline-6	184	175	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic	—	—	3,241	$26,990
330i / 330xi / 330Cixi = all-wheel-drive sedan (2002 MSRP $35,740). Sedan ended after 2005; coupe and convertible ran through 2006. MSRP and curb weight are the 2001 RWD sedan (2001 coupe $34,990, convertible $42,400). Later RWD cars also offered a 6-speed manual and SMG. The optional Performance Package (ZHP) had a higher rating that no primary source confirmed.	2001–2006	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	M54	3.0L inline-6	225	214	RWD / AWD (xDrive)	5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic	—	—	3,197	$33,990

E36 3 Series (1992–1999) specs

Chassis codes: E36/4 sedan · E36/2 coupe · E36/2C convertible · E36/5 hatchback

What changed in the E36

The E36 arrived in the US for 1992 as a sedan and coupe, with a convertible added for 1994 and the shortened 318ti hatchback (Compact) sold from 1995 through 1999. Four-cylinder cars used the 1.8L M42 until 1995 and the 1.9L M44 from 1996, both rated at 138 hp in US trim. The 2.5L M50 six of the 325i gave way for 1996 to the 2.8L M52 in the 328i, and a 2.5L M52 created the 323is coupe and 323iC convertible for 1998–1999. The sedan was replaced by the E46 for 1999, while the coupe, convertible and 318ti carried on into the 1999 model year. The E36 M3 is covered separately.

BMW 3 Series E36 (1992–1999) US-market specifications by trim — 7 trims
Trim	Model years	Body	Engine code	Engine	Power (hp)	Torque (lb-ft)	Drive	Transmission	0–60 mph (s)	Top speed (mph)	Curb weight (lb)	Base MSRP (USD)
318i / 318is / 318iC318is is the coupe, 318iC the convertible (E36 convertible from 1994). MSRP is the 1992 sedan; the 1992 coupe listed at $23,600 and a Cars.com review quotes a 2,866 lb coupe. Torque not confirmed from a primary/press source.	1992–1995	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	M42	1.8L inline-4	138	—	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	—	$22,900
318i / 318is / 318iCThe 1.9L M44 replaced the M42 for 1996 with the same 138 hp rating and more torque. Coupe and convertible ended after 1997 (1997 MSRPs: 318is $27,700, 318iC $33,150); the sedan ran through 1998 ($26,150). MSRP shown is the 1997 sedan; 1996 pricing not confirmed.	1996–1998	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	M44	1.9L inline-4	138	133	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	—	$25,950 (1997)
318tiFirst US year of the three-door Compact, still on the 1.8L M42. A Cars.com review quotes roughly 2,700 lb for the three-door.	1995	Hatchback	M42	1.8L inline-4	138	—	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	—	—
318tiMSRP is the 1996 base price quoted in a Cars.com review; it rose to $21,390 for 1997–1998 and $23,300 for 1999. Curb weight is the 1997 manual.	1996–1999	Hatchback	M44	1.9L inline-4	138	133	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	2,745	$20,560
325i / 325is / 325iCMSRP is the 1992 sedan (coupe $29,100). The E36 convertible arrived for 1994 (1994 325iC base $38,800 and 3,429 lb per Cars.com). Torque not confirmed from a primary/press source.	1992–1995	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	M50	2.5L inline-6	189	—	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	—	$27,990
328i / 328is / 328iCReplaced the 325i for 1996. The sedan ended after 1998; coupe and convertible ran through 1999. MSRP is the 1996 base price quoted by Cars.com (1998: sedan $33,100, coupe $33,200, convertible $41,500); curb weight is the 1998 manual sedan.	1996–1999	Sedan, Coupe, Convertible	M52	2.8L inline-6	190	206	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	3,131	$32,900
323is / 323iCReplaced the 318is/318iC. MSRP is the coupe (convertible $34,700); curb weight is the automatic coupe.	1998–1999	Coupe, Convertible	M52	2.5L inline-6	168	181	RWD	5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic	—	—	3,175	$28,700

0–60 mph figures are BMW-claimed unless marked † (instrumented magazine test). "—" means we could not confirm the figure from a primary source. MSRP is US base price at launch, excluding destination. Many BMWs are electronically limited to 130 or 155 mph; see trim notes.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the BMW 3 Series generations and chassis codes?

The BMW 3 Series has been sold in the US in 5 generations, each known by its chassis code: E36 (1992–1999), E46 (1999–2006), E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006–2013), F30/F31/F34 (2012–2019), G20/G21 (2019–present).

How much horsepower does the G20 330i / 330i xDrive have?

The G20 330i / 330i xDrive (2019–2022) makes 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque from its 2.0L turbo inline-4 (B48).

How much horsepower does the F30 ActiveHybrid 3 have?

The F30 ActiveHybrid 3 (2013–2015) makes 335 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque from its 3.0L turbo inline-6 hybrid (N55).

What is the most powerful and quickest BMW 3 Series?

The most powerful 3 Series listed here is the G20 M340i / M340i xDrive at 386 hp. The quickest 0–60 mph figure is 5.6 seconds for the G20 330e / 330e xDrive (BMW-claimed, automatic).

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