BMW 3 series 2010 E93 Cabrio
This generation of BMW 3 series E93 has been produced from January, 2010 to December, 2013. We can provide information about 15 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This BMW is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 143 to 306 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 184 to 245 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (8 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.
BMW 3 series 2010 E93 cabrio average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.6 to 8.8 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.1 to 6.4 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW 3 series 2010 E93 cabrio petrol engine version is BMW 318i, consuming 6.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient BMW 3 series 2010 E93 cabrio diesel - BMW 320d Cabrio for 100 kilometers consumes 5.1 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 +19% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 3 series modification.
BMW 3 series 2010 E93 cabrio CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 159 to 205 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 135 to 170 grams per kilometer. From BMW 3 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 320i Cabrio which produces an average of 159 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 3 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 320d Cabrio - 135 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.7 seconds has BMW 335i Cabrio version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 318i reaching this speed only in 10.3 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.0 petrol 6-cylinder 272 hp version (BMW 330i Cabrio) and 5 other versions.
Lenght of BMW 3 series is 461 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - BMW 3 series is about 2 cm longer than Audi A4 sedan, but 2 cm shorter than Volvo S60. BMW 3 series gross weight is from 2025 to 2195 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. BMW 3 series trunk space is 210 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 350 litres.
This BMW is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 13 000 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 3 series repair costs are 85 € per year. Users calculated BMW 3 series 2010 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3000 € cost per year and 0.34 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 47%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 21% 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.
BMW 3 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Mar 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 320d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 335i Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull petrol version (306 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 335i Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 330d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 330d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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 outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
BMW 3 series prices
BMW 3 series 2010 - 2013 cabrio price in Latvia is from 10500 € to 17000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 3 series price is above average (compare cabrios 2010 - 2013 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 series 2013 price | 13 500 € | 15 500 € | 17 000 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2012 price | 11 000 € | 13 000 € | 16 500 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2011 price | 11 000 € | 12 500 € | 14 500 € | |
| BMW 3 series 2010 price | 10 500 € | 11 500 € | 12 500 € |
BMW 3 series total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own BMW 3 series? Users calculated BMW 3 series 2010 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3000 € cost per year and 0.34 € cost per one kilometer.
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BMW 3 series reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service BMW 3 series reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of 19.4 percent of BMW 3 series of this generation (on average 11 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 20.6%.
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BMW 3 series 2010 E93 cabrio features (options)
Percentage of BMW 3 series with corresponding feature (option)
92% Rain sensor
85% Conditioning
74% Tire pressure control
71% Metallic paint
61% Bi-xenon lights
59% Xenon headlights
49% Leather upholstery
36% Cruise control
35% Electrically adjustable seats
33% Heated seats
32% Adjustable steering wheel
30% Rear parking sensors
29% Front parking sensors
25% Navigation
25% Dimming mirrors
21% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
12%
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BMW 3 series reviews
Total 78 BMW 3 series owner reviews
Pros: it is a joy to drive this car, especially outside the city. I bought it used and generally maintenance is not expensive, especially since it is a higher class car
Cons: Maybe high FUEL CONSUMPTION IN THE CITY
| Purchase year: | 2012 new car) | Owned for | 172`000 kilometers (12 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 9.2 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1000 € (~ 83 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend