What Changed

The ActiveHybrid 3 joins the lineup. The hybrid system pairs a 300-bhp inline-6 cylinder with an eight-speed transmission containing an electric motor. A 320i model equips a lower horsepower version of the 2.0l turbocharged four-cylinder.

Comparison to Prior Model

2013 BMW 3-Series sedan 2012 BMW 3-Series sedan
2013 BMW 3-Series sedan 2012 BMW 3-Series sedan
Price Range ($) $32,550 - $51,500 $34,900 - $44,300
Length (in) 182.5 182.5
Wheelbase (in) 110.6 110.6
Width (in) 71.3 71.3
Height (in) 56.3 56.3
Track (in) 60.3 60.3
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 358.5 358.5
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3295-3860 3406-3594
Legroom Total (in.) 77.1 77.1
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 96.2 96.2
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 17 17
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 T (181-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (240-bhp)
  • 3.0l I6 HEV T (335-bhp)
  • 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (240-bhp)
  • 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp)
Transmissions A8, M6 A8, M6
City MPG 20-25
Highway MPG 28-34
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