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BMW 320d Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the BMW 320d here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Is the BMW 320d rear wheel drive?
BMW's 3-series has traditionally been a rear-wheel-drive model in Australia, however the current 320Ds come in both RWD but also all-wheel-drive as the 320D xDrive model.
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Is the BMW 320d reliable?
So long as you service it on the dot, change the oil at least every 10,000km or six-months, and drive it with mechanical sympathy the BMW 320D should be a reliable, comfortable, and safe daily driver.
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2010 BMW 320D failed timing chain
The problem with the N47 diesel engine dates back to 2007. There are plenty of overseas reports of the timing chain failing, as yours has done. Deal directly with BMW head office and seek some support for the cost of repairs. It is a problem, and BMW should bear some responsibility for it. If you can’t get any help, go to the ACCC and make your complaint to them.
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Known issues with high-mileage BMW and Mercedes?
Our experience is that older BMWs suffer problems with things like the plastic fittings on the engine, the plastic radiator tanks etc. that can add up to a sizeable sum of money when you have to replace them. One car, an older 3-Series that had done around 250,000km developed a problem with the power steering that had mechanics completely stumped. After four visits to the workshop, having replaced the steering rack, the power steering pump and many other steering parts, it was finally found that the fault was in the steering column. That was replaced and the problem fixed, but it cost more than $2000, and that's using second hand parts. That said the engines and gearboxes, etc., are bulletproof. We don't have the same feedback on the C-Class, but remember all cars have problems; no car is completely free of trouble.
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BMW 3 Series Models Price and Specs
The price range for the BMW 3 Series varies based on the trim level you choose. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | — | $82,170 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | — | $107,030 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $68,900 | $108,900 | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $78,900 | $78,900 | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | — | $82,170 | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | — | $107,030 | |
| 2019 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $38,800 | $86,900 | |
| 2019 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $42,000 | $70,070 | |
| 2019 | Hatchback | 2.0L, Diesel, 8 SP AUTO | $48,900 | $76,230 | |
| 2018 | Sedan | 1.5L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $29,800 | $78,540 | |
| 2018 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $36,000 | $63,360 | |
| 2018 | Hatchback | 2.0L, Diesel, 8 SP AUTO | $42,100 | $68,970 | |
| 2017 | Sedan | 1.5L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $24,100 | $69,850 | |
| 2017 | Wagon | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $30,800 | $72,710 | |
| 2017 | Hatchback | 2.0L, Diesel, 8 SP AUTO | $35,300 | $61,270 | |
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BMW 320d Colours
- Alpine White
- Jet Black
- Black Sapphire
- Melbourne Red
- Glacier Silver
- Mineral White
- Mineral Grey
- Mediterranean Blue
- Sunset Orange
- Vermont Bronze
- Dravit Grey
BMW 3 Series Fuel Consumption
The BMW 320d is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 4.5L/100km for Sedan /Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
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| 2020 | Sedan | 4.5L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2019 | Hatchback | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2019 | Sedan | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2018 | Hatchback | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2018 | Sedan | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2017 | Hatchback | 4.8L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2017 | Sedan | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2016 | Hatchback | 4.6L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2016 | Sedan | 4.4L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 8 SP AUTO | |
BMW 3 Series Dimensions
The dimensions of the BMW 320d Sedan and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sedan | 1442x1827x4709 mm | 136 mm | |
| 2019 | Sedan | 1429x1811x4624 mm | 140 mm | |
| 2019 | Hatchback | 1508x1828x4824 mm | 165 mm | |
| 2018 | Hatchback | 1508x1828x4824 mm | 165 mm | |
| 2018 | Sedan | 1429x1811x4624 mm | 140 mm | |
| 2017 | Sedan | 1429x1811x4624 mm | 140 mm | |
| 2017 | Hatchback | 1508x1828x4824 mm | 165 mm | |
| 2016 | Sedan | 1429x1811x4624 mm | 140 mm | |
| 2016 | Hatchback | 1508x1828x4824 mm | 165 mm | |
BMW 3 Series Wheel Size
The BMW 320d has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x45 R18 for Sedan in 2020 with a wheel size that spans from 18x7.5 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sedan | 225x45 R18 | 18x7.5 inches | 225x40 R18 | 18x8.5 inches | |
| 2019 | Hatchback | 225x45 R19 | 19x8 inches | 225x40 R19 | 19x9 inches | |
| 2019 | Sedan | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
| 2018 | Hatchback | 225x45 R19 | 19x8 inches | 225x40 R19 | 19x9 inches | |
| 2018 | Sedan | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
| 2017 | Hatchback | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
| 2017 | Sedan | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
| 2016 | Hatchback | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
| 2016 | Sedan | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x50 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
BMW 3 Series Towing Capacity
The BMW 320d has maximum towing capacity of 1600kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sedan | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2019 | Hatchback | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2019 | Sedan | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2018 | Hatchback | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2018 | Sedan | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2017 | Hatchback | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2017 | Sedan | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2016 | Hatchback | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
| 2016 | Sedan | 1600kg | 1600kg | |
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