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2021 BMW 3 Series
The 2021 BMW 3 Series is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $168,900.
There is 1 variant of the 3 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2021.
The 2021 3 Series was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
The BMW 3 Series is only available with a petrol engine that produces 375kW and 650Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $168,900†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $168,900†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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BMW 3 Series
2021 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
2021 BMW 3 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 3 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M3 Competition and the most expensive being M3 Competition.
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Power to Weight
207.76 kW/t
88.33 kW/t
253.58 kW/t
Boot Space
480 litres
425 litres
804 litres
Fuel Efficiency
10.2 L/100km
5.1 L/100km
10.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
578 km
556 km
1,294 km
Price
$164,569
$164,569
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
2,210 kg
2,040 kg
2,720 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
120 mm
100 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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2021 BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,794 mm
1,903 mm
inc mirror: 2,068 mm
inc mirror: 2,068 mm
1,437 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,794 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,903 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,068 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm |
| Load Capacity | 405 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2021 BMW 3 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant that starts from $168,900.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant that starts from $168,900.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe largest BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant which measures 1903mm wide, 4794mm in length and sits 1437mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant which has 375kW of power and 650nm of torque.
The BMW 3 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the M3 Competition variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2210 kg.
The BMW 3 Series uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† 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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