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BMW 3 Series.

The sedan every other sport sedan is measured against, for five decades running. From efficient commuter to 523 hp M3, the spread is enormous.

Starting MSRP

$48,000*

2026 3 Series 330i Sedan RWD

Fuel economy

26-31 mpg

Seats

Power

255-523 hp

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What a BMW 3 Series costs where you live.

With the taxes and fees for Arizona, where you register the car. Type the price, or start at the starting MSRP, and see it as cash, a loan, and a lease. Nothing you type leaves this page.

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The calculator needs JavaScript. How it works: a loan payment is the amount financed times the monthly rate, divided by one minus (one plus the monthly rate) to the power of minus the term. A lease payment is the depreciation (net capitalized cost minus residual, divided by the term) plus the rent charge (net capitalized cost plus residual, times the money factor), plus tax the way the state taxes a lease.

3 Series trims.

330i255 hp turbo four, sharp chassis, curved display, xDrive AWD available.

M340iThe M-lite: 386 hp inline-six with mild hybrid assist, 4.1-second 0-60, adaptive M suspension.

M3The legend: 473 hp with the 6-speed manual, or 503-523 hp Competition with xDrive. A track car with four doors.

Every new BMW carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, plus BMW Ultimate Care: complimentary factory scheduled maintenance for 3 years / 36,000 miles.

Compare the 3 Series.

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Questions.

How much does the BMW 3 Series cost?

The 2026 BMW 3 Series has a starting MSRP of $48,000 for the 3 Series 330i Sedan RWD, as BMW advertises it, before the destination charge, options, taxes, and fees. Higher trims cost more; the M3 tops the range. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees.

What trims does the BMW 3 Series come in?

Three: 330i, M340i, and M3.

What gas mileage does the BMW 3 Series get?

26-31 mpg, depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the BMW 3 Series have?

Should I lease or buy a BMW 3 Series?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Open the calculator on this page, type the price you agreed on, and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.

Price the 3 Series on your numbers.

Every new car priced three ways for where you live, with taxes and fees. No credit pull, nothing sent to anyone.