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2013 BMW 3 Series
The 2013 BMW 3 Series is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $50,900 for the base variant and topping out at $180,750 for the M3 variant.
There are 12 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2013.
The 2013 3 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 3 Series include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (100kW/220Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (105kW/320Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/270Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/380Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (180kW/350Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/350Nm), 2.5L in-line 6-cylinder (150kW/250Nm), 2.5L in-line 6-cylinder (160kW/250Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (225kW/400Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (250kW/450Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (180kW/520Nm) and 4.0L v8 (309kW/400Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode, 6-speed manual manual, 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $50,900 - $180,750â€
- Transmission
- 6 or 8-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Hybrid
- Retail Price
- $50,900 - $180,750â€
- Transmission
- 6 or 8-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan, or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Hybrid
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BMW 3 Series
2013 BMW 3 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2013 BMW 3 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 3 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being M3 Frozen Silver Edition.
Base
Price from $50,900â€
Modern Line
Price from $54,284â€
Sport Line
Price from $54,668â€
Luxury Line
Price from $54,668â€
M Sport
Price from $57,900â€
High-Line
Price from $64,900â€
High-Line M Sport Plus
Price from $69,054â€
M Sport Plus
Price from $74,102â€
M Sport High-Line
Price from $99,545â€
M3 Pure
Price from $124,645â€
M3
Price from $154,745â€
M3 Frozen Silver Edition
Price from $167,000â€
2013 BMW 3 Series
News
William Stopford
More than 24,000 BMW and Mini vehicles recalled for fire risk
Almost 25,000 BMW and Mini vehicles are being recalled as they could develop an internal coolant leak which could lead to a vehicle fire.
13 Days Ago
William Stopford
BMW recalls over 16,000 vehicles in Australia due to fire risk
BMW is advising owners of over 16,000 vehicles to avoid using the remote start function or leaving their vehicle running and unattended.
28 Days Ago
How does the 2013 BMW 3 Series compare?
Quickly see how the BMW 3 Series stacks up against its competition.
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Power to Weight
70.23 - 151.06 kW/t
60.79 kW/t
217.37 kW/t
Boot Space
390 - 520 litres
378 litres
520 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.5 - 7.9 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
759 - 1,267 km
545 km
1,429 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 6 years
1 year
3 years
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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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2013 BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,624 mm
1,811 mm
1,429 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,624 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,811 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 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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2013 BMW 3 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the base variant that starts from $50,900.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 3 Series is the M3 variant that starts from $180,750.
See all BMW 3 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: M Sport Plus.
See all BMW 3 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 3 Series is the base variant which measures 1828mm wide, 4824mm in length and sits 1508mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 309kW of power and 400nm of torque are the M3 Pure, M3 and M3 Frozen Silver Edition variants.
The BMW 3 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2145 kg.
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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