BMW 3 Series F30
Produced from 2012–2019, the BMW 3 Series F30 (F30) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 184 to 306 hp. The quickest version, the 335i 3.0, covers 0–100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. For fuel costs, the 320i 2.0 leads the range at 39 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4633 × 1811 × 1429 mm on a 2810 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The BMW 3 Series F30 was manufactured from 2012 – 2019 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 model years) as a sedan. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 184 to 306 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 39.0 MPG combined (320i 2.0).
Power range
184–306 hp
Quickest 0–100
5.5 s
Best combined
39 MPG
Length
4.63 m
01Decision support
Which 3 Series F30 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
320i 2.0
39.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 28% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest 3 Series F30.
Performance · quickest
335i 3.0
0–100 km/h in 5.5s · 306 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
328i 2.0
245 hp · 33.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (3 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 320i 2.0Petrol | 328i 2.0Petrol | 335i 3.0Petrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | N20B20/B48 | N20B20 | N55B30 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,997 cc) | 2.0L (1,997 cc) | 3.0L (2,979 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I6 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 184 hp / 137 kW | 245 hp / 183 kW | 306 hp / 228 kW |
| Torque | 270 Nm / 199 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft | 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.2 s | 5.9 s | 5.5 s |
| Top speed | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 46 MPG (5.1 L/100km) | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Combined | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 144 g/km | 152 g/km | 186 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lbs) | 1,465 kg (3,230 lbs) | 1,520 kg (3,351 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2012–2019 | 2012–2019 | 2012–2019 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,633 mm
182.4 in
Width
1,811 mm
71.3 in
Height
1,429 mm
56.3 in
Wheelbase
2,810 mm
110.6 in
Curb weight spans 1,420–1,520 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
3 Series F30: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the BMW 3 Series F30?
The BMW 3 Series F30 lineup offers 3 petrol: 320i 2.0 (184 hp), 328i 2.0 (245 hp), 335i 3.0 (306 hp).
How quick is the BMW 3 Series F30 from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 335i 3.0, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the 328i 2.0.
What is the most fuel-efficient BMW 3 Series F30 trim?
The 320i 2.0 delivers the highest fuel economy at 39.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 28–39 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the BMW 3 Series F30?
The BMW 3 Series F30 was produced from 2012 – 2019, spanning the following model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
What are the exterior dimensions of the BMW 3 Series F30?
4633 mm long, 1811 mm wide, 1429 mm tall on a 2810 mm wheelbase (182.4 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: BMW 3 SeriesCertification data, 2012–2019
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2012 BMW 3 Series, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- BMW official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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