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2019 BMW 3 Series
The 2019 BMW 3 Series is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $77,500 for the M Sport variant and topping out at $91,000 for the Luxury Line variant.
There are 2 variants of the 3 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2019.
The 2019 3 Series was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 3 Series include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (140kW/400Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (190kW/400Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $77,500 - $91,000†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $77,500 - $91,000†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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BMW 3 Series
2019 BMW 3 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2019 BMW 3 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 3 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M Sport and the most expensive being Luxury Line.
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Power to Weight
91.5 - 122.98 kW/t
80.23 kW/t
213.68 kW/t
Boot Space
480 litres
300 litres
804 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
2.1 L/100km
10.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
833 - 922 km
617 km
1,404 km
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,060 - 2,085 kg
1,960 kg
2,350 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,600 kg
1,500 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
136 mm
116 mm
160 mm
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M Sport
2023
$89,900
Base
2025
$139,400
M3 Competition
2024
$193,200
CS
2023
$268,900
Year
2025
2024
2023
Engine Type
3.0L Combustion
2.0L Combustion
2.0L Phev
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Diesel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Wagon
Number of Doors
4 Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Rear
Maximum Power
285 kW
375 kW
135 kW
140 kW
215 kW
405 kW
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2019 BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,709 mm
1,827 mm
1,435 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,709 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,827 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,851 mm |
| Load Capacity | 555 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2019 BMW 3 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant that starts from $77,500.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant that starts from $91,000.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1600 kg shared by all variants.
See all BMW 3 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant which measures 1827mm wide, 4709mm in length and sits 1435mm tall.
All variants of the BMW 3 Series have a maximum power of 190kW and 400nm of torque.
The BMW 3 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2085 kg.
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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