Are the BMW 3 Series reliable?

Are the BMW 3 Series reliable?

Are the BMW 3 Series reliable?

The short answer is no. After 3 years of ownership, in addition to the thousands of miles I've put on it, there have been at least five occasions where I've had to pull over, remove a fuse or two, and jump to start the car: on the first day I drove it, at the car wash, when a fuse blew while it was warming up from the last drive, twice at my in-laws', and once during a trip to Washington State.

But more often than not, I have to push the key in from time to time before the engine actually fires up. Since 2025, BMW has made some pretty significant changes to its venerable 3 Series, including a change in transmission from the earlier 7-speed automatic to the 9-speed Sport Automatic (7M.) But even with that change, this is a car that's always seemed prone to starting intermittently, especially if you push the key down. This would be an issue in a sporty sedan like the BMW M3, but it can still be a problem in a car this size.

So, I decided to spend a few weeks behind the wheel of the 3 Series, both on road trips and long commutes in the city, just to see how the car handles my own prying and pressing. The new 2025 BMW 3 Series is pretty much the same as the outgoing car (it looks nearly the same, too). Some things have changed a new, longer body, new wheels, and the shift from seven speeds to nine, and a new rear-view camera but in the end it still looks and drives like a fairly conventional 3 Series.

What's really striking about the car, though, is how well it rides. The new 3 Series feels quite a bit firmer and more substantial than the previous model less of a lightweight sensation, more of an old-school muscle car. That means it's even more fun to drive.

At the same time, you get quite a bit of comfort. There's plenty of room for four adults (three rows of seats, the middle row of which are 40 percent wider) and their luggage. It's also fairly comfortable for short trips although it's possible to spend hours in the back seat of the 3 Series and hardly notice it.

What BMW 3 Series to stay away from?

One of the reasons we don't like the new BMW 3 Series is that the new 2 Series (as well as the 5 Series) are much more refined and comfortable than the 3 Series. The new 3 Series still offers a lot for the money, but it's no longer in the same league as the 3 Series.

I have always wondered what sort of cars the 3 Series was meant to compete with. What cars would be a waste of money, and which cars would you say were good value for money? I've always thought the 3 Series was an inferior model to the 4 Series, but maybe that's because I've never driven a 4 Series. Any thoughts on this? You mean like the E63? Why would you think the 3 series isn't in the same league as the 4 series? They are completely different models. The M3 has more power than the X3, but that doesn't make the X3 any less of a car.

This is what I'm asking. Do you really believe that the new 2 series is in the same league as the new 3 Series? It seems to me that the 2 series is more refined and more comfortable than the 3 Series, but not by as much as I'd expect.

I also wondered how well the new 3 Series will perform compared to the old 3 Series. I hope it performs as well as the previous 3 Series. I just don't want to buy something that will get terrible mileage and end up being a hassle to drive.

What models should I stay away from? I'm looking for a new car and have found the perfect car for my needs. But it's a bit worrying that there are only two models available with this car - the 328i and the 335i.e. Is there any real reason that these two are the only two options, or are the other models simply too poor to sell?

I understand that the M3 is the ultimate BMW, but that doesn't necessarily mean the new 3 Series is a 'poor' choice. This article says the new 3 Series is a worthy alternative to the 4 Series.

Are BMW 3 Series expensive to maintain?

common problems with bmw 3 series

By Michael on July 31st, 2025. With BMW's new X5, there is a new generation of vehicles coming out. The BMW 3 Series has seen many improvements and refinements over the years. However, how much should owners be worried about the cost of maintaining these vehicles?

BMW has made more and more of their own parts as they have become more successful, but are they the best possible source to turn to when buying parts or servicing your vehicle? If you own a BMW that was built before 1991, such as a 325i, E30 M3, E36 525i, E46 525i, E36 528i, E46 550i, E60 560i, E63 535i, the E82 633i and current-generation E85 745i, it can be very difficult to find replacement parts for these models. The reason is because BMW only produced a few, and later models were sold by other manufacturers, while older generations were discontinued.

A car like the 5 series may have a lot more available parts than the x5, but a lot of those parts are still imported from Germany, which can make them very expensive. Also, the 5 series has had a larger success rate than the x5.

It is hard to find good replacement and aftermarket parts for all of these model lines of cars if you own a car from before 1991, though. I would say the parts for older models can be expensive, in comparison to older parts foreign vehicles.com or a local auto salvage yard. If you know someone who owns a BMW from before 1991, they might have the parts for sale for less than the retail cost. Just talk to them and ask.

Some people claim that a BMW is one of the most hardworking cars in the world. However, I'd say if you bought a well-built car before 2025 or 2025, it should be easier to keep running than an equally well-built car from the 2000s.

What is the common problem with the BMW 3 Series?

What is the problem with the BMW 3 Series? There is nothing that the new BMW 3 Series is missing. The new BMW 3 Series is a good looking, well, looks like to me anyway, that's been my personal opinion and it hasn't changed, good looking car. I don't know about you, but sometimes I get out of my car on a nice sunny day and go Oh, what an unimpressive vehicle. I should go in this one, the new BMW 3 Series doesn't look very impressive.

What does it do well? The new BMW 3 Series has a lot going for it. It is a modern car with a modern interior design and it gets the most from that layout. The car is easy to drive around town in, it is comfortable and the driving experience overall.

What are its shortcomings? If you want to have fun in your new BMW 3 Series then you should probably look for something more exciting. At the moment you get quite a slow engine from the base model and there is no way to turbo up the power. You do get a bit more power than the 2 Series though.

What's not available in the 3 Series? You can fit a turbocharger on the 3 Series but it would take away quite a bit of space to do so. You can't add on a diesel engine which you could in the older 2 Series.

Other Options for the New BMW 3 Series. There is the M3 and the M4 models which are a bit more aggressive looking than the standard BMW 3 Series. The more powerful M3 has a 0-60 time of 4.6 seconds. The M4 is going to be faster than the other two models and come in at just under the quarter mile in 8.7 seconds.

BMW 3 Series vs. 3 Series There is no BMW 3 Series vs. 3 Series battle because they're both the same.

If you're looking for something sporty then you will probably find it with the BMW 3 Series. It's a good looking car and the driving experience is very good. You get the engine in the right place, it's easy to drive around town in and has good enough performance to keep you interested.

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