BMW · Coupé · 2005–2013
BMW 3er E90 Coupé
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
1.9 / 5.0 · Based on 9 engine variants Most Fun Engine
420 PS
4.0L V8 Benzin
V8 saloon with DKG — daily weapon with high-rev heart
Fun to Drive! Problem Engine
420 PS
4.0L V8 Benzin
10 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The BMW 3er E90 Coupé is available with 4 engine variants — from 116 to 420 hp.
325i Engine Change
2005 2010
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2005 2010
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
330i
2005 2012
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
335i
2006 2010
Stay Away! 11 weaknesses
M3 GTS
2010 2013
Stay Away! 10 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear suspension springs break Rear suspension springs break frequently — a well-known MOT failure point. Especially E91 Touring and older examples from around 100,000 km. Spring seats also rust. Symptoms: Rear of car sags, clunking over bumps, car sits crooked when stationary. from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Control arm rubber bushings worn Control arm bushings and joints wear from around 100,000 km. Aluminium wishbones on the front axle are a typical wear item. Full arm from 200 €, bushings from 10–50 € each. Symptoms: Clicking and cracking when steering or braking, unsettled handling, vague steering on corner entry. from 100,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the BMW 3er E90 Coupé have? +
The BMW 3er E90 as Coupé has 68 known weaknesses, 6 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: M54B25 (2.5L 24V), M54B30 (3.0L 24V), N52B25 (2.5L Magnesium), N52B30 (3.0L Magnesium). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the BMW 3er E90 Coupé worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the BMW 3er E90 Coupé — 5 of 9 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee