BMW 3 series E46 Coupe 2003
Solid body, fast, great stability on the bends, comfort seats, very relaxing in long journeys, reliable for fast over taking.
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This BMW is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 143 to 231 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 150 to 204 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (6 versions) gearbox.
BMW 3 series E46 coupe average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.4 to 9.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.7 to 7.7 litres per 100km. The most economical BMW 3 series petrol engine version is BMW 318Ci, consuming 7.4 litres per 100km. While the most economical BMW 3 series diesel - BMW 320Cd for 100 kilometers consumes 5.7 liters of diesel.
BMW 3 series E46 coupe CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 180 to 230 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 153 to 206 grams per kilometer. From BMW 3 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 318Ci which produces an average of 180 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 3 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 320Cd - 153 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.5 seconds has BMW 330Ci version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 318Ci reaching this speed only in 10 seconds.
Lenght of BMW 3 series is 449 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - BMW 3 series is about 1 cm longer than Ford Focus sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Toyota Avensis hatchback. BMW 3 series gross weight is from 1820 to 2055 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 14 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This BMW is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 4000 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 3 series repair costs are 260 € per year. Users calculated BMW 3 series cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 54%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 23% 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 8.2 (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. 92% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
BMW 3 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 318Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| BMW 318Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
| BMW 320Cd Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) |
| BMW 320Cd Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
| BMW 320Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| BMW 320Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
| BMW 325Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| BMW 325Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
| BMW 330Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) |
| BMW 330Ci Mar 2003 — Sep 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
| BMW 330Cd Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) |
| BMW 330Cd Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) |
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 2003 - 2006 coupe price in Latvia is from 2500 € to 8000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 3 series price is above average (compare coupes 2003 - 2006 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 series 2006 price | 4400 € | 6000 € | 8000 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2005 price | 2500 € | 3100 € | 3600 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2004 price | 2700 € | 3100 € | 3600 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2003 price | 2500 € | 3600 € | 5000 € |
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 2700 € cost per year and 0.22 € 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 average. In the roadworthiness tests carried out in 2018, defects were detected in an average of 26.5 percent of BMW 3 series of this generation (the average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.9%).
BMW 3 series E46 coupe features (options)
Percentage of BMW 3 series with corresponding feature (option)
78% Climate control
72% Metallic paint
67% Adjustable steering wheel
64% Cruise control
52% Leather upholstery
50% Rain sensor
43% Rear parking sensors
37% Electrically adjustable seats
37% Xenon headlights
33% Heated seats
27% Dimming mirrors
19% Tire pressure control
18% Navigation
17% Sunroof
13%
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BMW 3 series reviews
Total 74 BMW 3 series owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 780 € (~ 780 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Relatively flexible, dynamic, warm, simple
Engine N42 sucks. Something broke on a regular basis, produces a variety of hitherto unheard of until end of sounds that are not managed to avoid. It is difficult to find fault. Eat oil, a white oil appears. Hard and rattles. Rusts. Glass elevators holds on nothing. In short, away from those engines, more than 100 000km it is not intended.
| 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
Very good and sporty car. The boost is good if everything is working for the machine and the turbine is not damaged.
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: | 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
Good suspension
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 11 years) | Owned for: | 45`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.4 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 640 € (~ 320 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
If you get cared one, it is ideal. If not, then spend an average of 1500-2000 euro to bring in perfect order.
Sometimes passengers does not have enough room in back.
| Purchase year: | 2018 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 300 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Solid body, fast, great stability on the bends, comfort seats, very relaxing in long journeys, reliable for fast over taking.
None
| 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
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
Safe and reliable car, suitable for families with children
In city could be more economical
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 120 € (~ 60 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Dynamic, very enjoyable
Rusts, unfortunately
| Purchase year: | 2008 (age of car 5 years) | Owned for: | 150`000 kilometers (7 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2360 € (~ 337 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Classic driving car, joy ride
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 75 € (~ 75 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Comfort driving
Shaking at idle speed
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 3`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 840 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Audio system could be better.
| 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
powerful
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 30`000 kilometers (3 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
corrosion
| Purchase year: | 2013 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.8 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 460 € (~ 230 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 30`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 185 € (~ 185 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| 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: | 2015 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
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: | 2006 (age of car 3 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (13 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 570 € (~ 43 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.2 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2019 (age of car 16 years) | Owned for: | 25`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2190 € (~ 2190 € per year) | ||
Would 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: | 2019 (age of car 16 years) | Owned for: | 310`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 435 € (~ 217 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend