BMW 3 series 2005 E90 Sedan
BMW 320d - a 120kw engine with chain, door locks quite easily Gearbox, good acceleration, sporty.
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This BMW is available with ten petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 3.0 litres and power of from 122 to 306 horsepower un seven diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 122 to 286 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (23 versions), as well as automatic (20 versions) gearbox.
BMW 3 series 2005 E90 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 5.9 to 10 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 4.7 to 8 litres per 100km. The most economical BMW 3 series petrol engine version is BMW 316i, consuming 5.9 litres per 100km. While the most economical BMW 3 series diesel - BMW 318d for 100 kilometers consumes 4.7 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, BMW 3 series real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 18 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +21% for petrol engines and +15% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 3 series modification.
BMW 3 series 2005 E90 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 142 to 250 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 123 to 213 grams per kilometer. From BMW 3 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 316i which produces an average of 142 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 3 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 318d - 123 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.5 seconds has BMW 335xi version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 318i reaching this speed only in 11 seconds.
Lenght of BMW 3 series is 452 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - BMW 3 series is about 3 cm longer than Honda Civic sedan, but 1 cm shorter than Ford Focus sedan. BMW 3 series gross weight is from 1700 to 2180 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 12 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This BMW is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 4700 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 3 series repair costs are 290 € per year. Users calculated BMW 3 series cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3300 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 59%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 20% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of BMW 3 series for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about BMW 3 series prices and costs.
In user reviews BMW 3 series received average grade 7.6 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 74% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
BMW 3 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 316i Feb 2008 — Sep 2008 | 1.6 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318i Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318i Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320si Mar 2006 — Sep 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 173 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318d Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 122 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 318d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320d Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320d Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 320d Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 325xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 330i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330i Mar 2005 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 330i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330i Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 330xi 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 335i Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 335i Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 335xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 335xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 325d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 197 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 325d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 197 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330d Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330d Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 330xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 330xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 335d Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | 6 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
BMW 3 series safety
During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.
BMW 3 series prices
BMW 3 series 2005 - 2008 sedan price in Latvia is from 3200 € to 6500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 3 series price is very high - BMW 3 series is approximately for 60 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2005 - 2008 prices). BMW 3 series high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this BMW could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 series 2008 price | 4300 € | 5500 € | 6500 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2007 price | 3500 € | 4700 € | 6000 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2006 price | 3500 € | 4700 € | 6500 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2005 price | 3200 € | 4000 € | 5500 € |
BMW 3 series total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own BMW 3 series? Users calculated BMW 3 series cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3300 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer.
To calculate the BMW 3 series total running costs, including the purchase, insurance, maintenance costs as well as taxes and other costs, click year of production
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BMW 3 series reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of German vehicle inspection service (TÜV) BMW 3 series quality is above average. In the roadworthiness tests carried out in 2020, defects were detected in an average of 27.7 percent of BMW 3 series of this generation (the average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 29.5%).
BMW 3 series 2005 E90 sedan features (options)
Percentage of BMW 3 series with corresponding feature (option)
83% Conditioning
79% Rain sensor
71% Metallic paint
64% Adjustable steering wheel
61% Tire pressure control
60% Rear parking sensors
49% Cruise control
46% Leather upholstery
42% Xenon headlights
39% Heated seats
36% Dimming mirrors
25% Navigation
23% Front parking sensors
22% Sunroof
14% Electrically adjustable seats
13% Bi-xenon lights
13%
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BMW 3 series reviews
Total 74 BMW 3 series owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 76`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 11.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Very good and sporty car. The boost is good if everything is working for the machine and the turbine is not damaged.
Cons: Low, hard, regular painting of the front bumper should be considered. Failed xdrive, repair around 1000, - eur
Quite a large consumption in the city of 10-12L
On the highway 7-8
| Purchase year: | 2021 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 370 € (~ 370 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A reliable, dynamic and sporty car. Maintenance costs are not too high. Lots of features and extras compared to other cars of the same year. Very comfortable even on longer journeys.
Cons: Rigid suspension.
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 215`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.3 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 700 € (~ 350 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Good suspension
Cons: The fuel consumption can be economical, but i can say from experience that, driving BMW in 2 years i have been in service 2 times, before I drove a car which has average consumption of 5 l / km, and visited service service at least 3 times per year...
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 6 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 900 € (~ 450 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Good drivability, comfortable interior, good finish and ergonomics, visually attractive for both from within and outside
Cons: Mechanics totally failed
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 700 € | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: BMW 320d - a 120kw engine with chain, door locks quite easily Gearbox, good acceleration, sporty.
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Safe and reliable car, suitable for families with children
Cons: In city could be more economical
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 8`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Good, reliable, secure and fast car
Cons: The relatively high price and maintenance costs
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 7 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (3 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 200 € (~ 66 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Safe, aerodynamic, well controlled
| Purchase year: | 2018 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1400 € (~ 350 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Reliable, powerful.
Cons: Narrow, quite hard and low
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 1`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: powerful
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 100 € (~ 100 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2011 (age of car 5 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (6 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 9.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 500 € (~ 83 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 2`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1370 € (~ 1370 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 25`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1400 € (~ 1400 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1180 € (~ 295 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2018 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 25`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 9.3 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1300 € (~ 650 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2020 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 450 € (~ 450 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2010 (age of car 3 years) | Owned for: | 80`000 kilometers (5 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1630 € (~ 326 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2008 (age of car 1 year) | Owned for: | 130`000 kilometers (7 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 130 € (~ 18 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend