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    2002 BMW 3 Series

    The 2002 BMW 3 Series is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $41,750.

    There are 14 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2001.

    The 2002 3 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW 3 Series include 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/180Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (105kW/200Nm), 2.2L in-line 6-cylinder (125kW/210Nm), 2.5L in-line 6-cylinder (141kW/245Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder (170kW/300Nm) and 3.2L in-line 6-cylinder (252kW/365Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $41,750 - $158,000†
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $41,750 - $158,000†
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    Power to Weight
    60.28 - 111.84 kW/t
    60.28 kW/t
    116.68 kW/t
    Boot Space
    310 - 440 litres
    310 litres
    445 litres
    Warranty (Years)
    2 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 6 years
    1 year
    3 years
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    2002 BMW 3 Series

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    M Sport

    2025

    $95,800

    M

    2025

    $118,500

    M3

    2025

    $169,100

    M3 Competition

    2025

    $186,900

    M3 Cs

    2025

    $253,900

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    3.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Manual
    Body Type
    Sedan
    Station Wagon
    Number of Doors
    4 Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Rear
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    190 kW
    285 kW
    353 kW
    390 kW
    405 kW

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    2002 BMW 3 Series

    Dimensions

    4,262 mm
    1,751 mm
    1,408 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,262 mm
    Overall Width1,751 mm
    Overall Height1,408 mm
    Wheelbase2,725 mm
    Load Capacity450 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    BMW 3 Series

    Sales Data

    20242,472Total Sales
    20251,877Total Sales
    2026264YTD Sales

    BMW 3 Series Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2002 BMW 3 Series

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the base variant that starts from $41,750.

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    The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the base variant that starts from $158,000.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1700 kg offered by the following variants: 330ci.

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    The largest BMW 3 Series is the base variant which measures 1780mm wide, 4492mm in length and sits 1383mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 252kW of power and 365nm of torque are the M variants.

    The BMW 3 Series is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The BMW 3 Series may be manufactured in Germany or South Africa.

    The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2100 kg.

    The BMW 3 Series uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

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    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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