2012-2019 3 Series OverviewBMW 3 Series Overview (2012 - 2019)
F30 / F31 / F34 / F80
Tech Specs Summary
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- 124 - 174 mph
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- 3.9 - 11.2 seconds
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- 114 - 454 hp
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- 26.7 - 123.8 mpg
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- 3,219 - 4,012 lbs
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- 13.1 - 17 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 17.5 - 53 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 18.4 - 56.5 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the BMW 3 Series (F30 / F31 / F34 / F80) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2012 - 2019. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 114 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 454 hp 3 L Inline 6 Bi-Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 3 Series is the BMW M3 CS which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 454 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.69 lb/hp it has a top speed of 174 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 316d Touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 863 miles and can store 17.5-53 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,642 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
