The BMW 3 Series is the prototypical sports sedan, featuring a sporty rear-wheel-drive setup, engaging handling, and a high-tech interior. Not only does it set the benchmark for other sport sedans, but it’s been a favorite among driving enthusiasts for decades. The BMW 3 Series is the brand’s entry-level sedan but is inspired by the other vehicles in the lineup, including the 5 and 7 Series. It’s offered in rear or all-wheel drive and can be had with a turbocharged four or turbocharged six-cylinder engine. The 3 Series first debuted in 1975 as a coupe, and then the sports sedan came in the ‘80s. The original model was dubbed the E30 and it remains a favorite in enthusiast circles. Over the years, the 3 Series has become larger, more luxurious, and higher end, with lots of technology that’s sure to make an impression.
The 3 Series is built in Germany at BMW’s Munich Plant, while Chinese market vehicles are built in Tiexi plant in Shenyang. Following the completion of the San Luis Potosi plant in Mexico, the new BMW 3 Series will also be built there.