Summary
vs. The Competition
The 2017 BMW 3-Series is currently rated #5 out of 9 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia for Luxury Midsize Cars.
It's a bad car overall compared to others in the same category.
Its MPG lose against competitors.
Competitors
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Audi A4?
The 3-Series costs $1,450.00 less than the A4. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The 3-Series costs $4,545.00 less than the Giulia. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Cadillac ATS?
The 3-Series costs $1,145.00 less than the ATS. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Mercedes Benz E-Class?
The 3-Series costs $18,700.00 less than the E-Class. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Audi A6?
The 3-Series costs $14,150.00 less than the A6. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or BMW 5-Series?
The 3-Series costs $17,750.00 less than the 5-Series. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Lexus GS?
The 3-Series costs $12,860.00 less than the GS. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: BMW 3-Series or Acura TLX?
The 3-Series costs $1,450.00 more than the TLX. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
2017 BMW 3-Series Specs & Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
MPG
Worst Attribute
Motor Trend Overall Rating
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,450.00 | Good with 4.5 stars based on ratings | |
| MPG | 31 city / 43 highway city / highway | Good with 5 stars based on ratings | |
| Drivetrain | RWD/AWD | Good with 5 stars based on rating | |
| Horsepower | 180 to 320hp | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.8 to 15.8 galgal | Bad with 1.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Cargo Volume | 13 to 18.4 cubic ft, 13 to 56.5 cubic ft with seats folded | Good with 3.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 5. Seating is good. | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 3/5 | Bad with 0 stars based on ratings | |
| Side Profile |  | Bad with 1 stars based on ratings | |
| Driver/Passenger Interior |  | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings |