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BMW · Sedan · 2019–2026

BMW 3er G20 Limousine

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 5 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

480–510 PS

3.0L Biturbo Benzin

550 hp, xDrive, CSL technology in the saloon

Legendary!

Engine Overview

The BMW 3er G20 Limousine is available with 12 engine variants — from 116 to 510 hp.

318d · Diesel· 143–150 PS Engine Change
2019 2026
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2019 2026
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320d · Diesel· 184–190 PS Engine Change
2019 2026
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2019 2026
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330d · Diesel· 258–265 PS Engine Change
2019 2026
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2019 2026
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M340d xDrive · Diesel· 340 PS
2019 2026
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318i · Benziner· 156 PS
2019 2026
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320i · Benziner· 184–211 PS Engine Change
2019 2026
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2019 2026
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330i · Benziner· 252–258 PS Engine Change
2019 2026
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2019 2026
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340i · Benziner· 326 PS
2019 2022
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M340i · Benziner· 360 PS
2019 2026
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M340i xDrive · Benziner· 374 PS
2019 2026
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330e · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 292 PS
2019 2026
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330e xDrive · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 292 PS
2019 2026
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!48V mild hybrid system fault

On vehicles with the 48V mild hybrid system (320d, 330d, M340d), fault messages appear: 'Battery cannot be charged' or 'Do not continue driving'. Issue usually lies in the 48V sub-network.

Symptoms: Warning 'Battery cannot be charged' on display, possible interruption of driving, power loss under certain conditions.
from 60,000 km
High
!Curved display — static and image distortion

The curved display module shows sporadic static image interference. Warranty replacement at around 5,000 € list price. Occurs on vehicles with under 2,000 km.

Symptoms: Flickering or static image distortion on the display, sometimes visible when starting or shutting down.
from 5,000 km
High
ConnectedDrive / My BMW app connection drops

Many G20 drivers report being repeatedly logged out of the My BMW app and ConnectedDrive. Software updates only fix the problem temporarily — a known systematic issue.

Symptoms: App connection drops repeatedly, constant re-login required, online services temporarily unavailable.
Low

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the BMW 3er G20 Limousine have? +
The BMW 3er G20 as Limousine has 51 known weaknesses, 13 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: S58B30 (3.0L Biturbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo), B58B30 (3.0L Turbo), B47D20 (2.0L Diesel), B57D30 (3.0L Diesel). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the BMW 3er G20 Limousine worth buying used? +
The BMW 3er G20 Limousine requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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