BMW · Sedan · 2012–2019
BMW 3er F30 Limousine
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.5 / 5.0 · Based on 8 engine variants Most Fun Engine
431–450 PS
3.0L Biturbo Benzin
460 hp, Cup2 tyres, 1,200 units — best F80
Legendary! Problem Engine
170–252 PS
2.0L Turbo Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The BMW 3er F30 Limousine is available with 11 engine variants — from 90 to 450 hp.
316d Engine Change
2012 2015
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
318d Engine Change
2012 2015
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2012 2015
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
320d Engine Change
2012 2015
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2012 2015
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
325d
2013 2016
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
330d Engine Change
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
335d xDrive
2013 2016
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
316i Engine Change
2012 2019
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2012 2019
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
320i Engine Change
2012 2015
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
328i
2012 2015
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
330i Engine Change
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
335i
2012 2015
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Electric power steering fails The electromechanical power steering (EPS) fails intermittently or sticks. The rack has reportedly received numerous revisions without a complete solution being found. Only full replacement helps. Symptoms: Steering suddenly becomes very stiff or momentarily sticks. 'Steering' warning appears. Temporarily resolved after engine stop. from 80,000 km | High |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the BMW 3er F30 Limousine have? +
The BMW 3er F30 as Limousine has 71 known weaknesses, 13 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: S55B30 (3.0L Biturbo), N13B16 (1.6L Turbo), N55B30 (3.0L Turbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo), N57D30 (3.0L Diesel), B47D20 (2.0L Diesel). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the BMW 3er F30 Limousine worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the BMW 3er F30 Limousine — 2 of 8 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee