2016 BMW 3 Series Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2016 BMW 3 Series lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $9,683 | $10,227 | $10,498 | $10,957 | $11,289 | $12,005 | $12,524 | $12,545 | $12,770 | $12,888 | $13,260 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 23/Hwy 35/Comb 27 MPG | City 23/Hwy 35/Comb 27 MPG | City 24/Hwy 36/Comb 28 MPG | Comb 31 MPG | City 22/Hwy 34/Comb 26 MPG | City 22/Hwy 33/Comb 26 MPG | City 22/Hwy 34/Comb 26 MPG | City 32/Hwy 42/Comb 36 MPG | City 30/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG | City 22/Hwy 33/Comb 26 MPG | City 20/Hwy 30/Comb 23 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 180 @ 5000 RPM | 240 @ 5000 RPM | 180 @ 5000 RPM | 184 @ 5000 RPM | 240 @ 5000 RPM | 320 @ 5500 RPM | 240 @ 5000 RPM | 180 @ 4000 RPM | 180 @ 4000 RPM | 320 @ 5500 RPM | 320 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SULEV, Turbo, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0T | 4-Cyl, SULEV, Turbo, 2.0L | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SULEV, Turbo, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Trbo Dsl, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Trbo Dsl, 2.0L | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | ||
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft | 200 lb-ft | 215 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft | ||
| 0 - 60 | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds | N/A | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,510 pounds | 3,320 pounds | 3,370 pounds | 3,915 pounds | 3,635 pounds | 3,695 pounds | 3,915 pounds | 3,510 pounds | 3,695 pounds | 3,720 pounds | 4,010 pounds | ||
| Dimensions | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.4" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 190" L x 80.6" W x 54.9" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 182.5" L x 80" W x 56.3" H | 190" L x 80.6" W x 54.9" H |
| Blind-Spot Alert | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Collision Warning System | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Emergency & Security Services | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Pedestrian Detection System | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Side View Cameras | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Top View Camera | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Smartphone Interface | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Internet Access | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Voice Recognition System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Real-Time Traffic Information | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| iPod Connector | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Premium Radio | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Satellite Radio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 200 @ 5000 RPM | 255 @ 5000 RPM | 200 @ 5000 RPM | 215 @ 5000 RPM | 255 @ 5000 RPM | 330 @ 5500 RPM | 255 @ 5000 RPM | 280 @ 4000 RPM | 280 @ 4000 RPM | 330 @ 5500 RPM | 330 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds | Not Available | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds | ||
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | ||
| Estimated Electric Range | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 14 miles | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Headlights | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Fog Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Diesel | Diesel | Premium | Premium | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3510 pounds | 3320 pounds | 3370 pounds | 3915 pounds | 3635 pounds | 3695 pounds | 3915 pounds | 3510 pounds | 3695 pounds | 3720 pounds | 4010 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 10.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15 gallons | 15 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 40.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 182.5 inches | 182.5 inches | 182.5 inches | 182.4 inches | 182.5 inches | 182.5 inches | 190 inches | 182.5 inches | 182.5 inches | 182.5 inches | 190 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 57.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 57.7 inches | 55.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 55.1 inches | 57.7 inches | ||
| Wheel Base | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 115 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 110.6 inches | 115 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80.6 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80 inches | 80.6 inches |
FAQs
Is the 2016 BMW 3 Series a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2016 3 Series ranges in power from the 320i xDrive Sedan 4D with 180 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.1 seconds to the 335i Gran Turismo xDrive Sedan 4D with 320 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.1 seconds.
How fast is the 2016 BMW 3 Series?
The 2016 3 Series ranges in power from the 320i xDrive Sedan 4D with 180 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.1 seconds to the 335i Gran Turismo xDrive Sedan 4D with 320 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.1 seconds.
What are the levels of BMW 3 Seriess?
The 2016 BMW 3 Series comes in 11 different trims, ranging from the 320i xDrive Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $9,683.00 to the 335i Gran Turismo xDrive Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $13,260.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2016 3 Series specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 BMW 3 Series specs page.
What features does the BMW 3 Series 2016 have?
2016 BMW 3 Series features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks.










