2017 BMW 3 Series

*BMW 320i 3 Series 2017 specs* - F30 LCI model. SA cars are RWD, 2.0L Turbo petrol.

### *Engine & Drivetrain*
- *Engine:* 2.0L TwinPower Turbo petrol, 4-cylinder, B48 engine
- *Capacity:* 1998 cc
- *Power:* 135 kW / 181 hp @ 5000-6500 rpm
- *Torque:* 270 Nm @ 1250-4500 rpm
- *Transmission:* 8-speed ZF Steptronic automatic
- *Drivetrain:* Rear wheel drive
- *0-100 km/h:* 7.3s
- *Top speed:* 235 km/h
- *Fuel consumption:* 5.3-5.9L/100km claimed, real world 7-9L
- *CO2:* 124 g/km
- *Fuel tank:* 60L
- *Range:* ∼1,132 km

### *Dimensions & Capacity*
- *Length x Width x Height:* 4624 x 1811 x 1429 mm
- *Wheelbase:* 2810 mm
- *Ground clearance:* 140 mm
- *Boot space:* 480L
- *Seats:* 5
- *Kerb weight:* 141 xxx xxxx kg
- *Wheels:* 16" base, 17" Sport Line, 18"/19" on M Sport

### *2017 Trim levels SA*
*1. 320i Base/Sport Line*
- 6 airbags, iDrive 6.5" screen, cruise control, PDC rear
- 16" wheels, halogen lights

*2. 320i M Sport* - Most common used
Adds:
- M Sport suspension + body kit
- 18"/19" M wheels, Dakota leather seats, sport seats
- Glass sunroof, HiFi sound, PDC front + rear
- M steering wheel, ambient lighting

### *Standard Features 2017*
*Safety:* 6 airbags, ABS, DSC, traction control, tyre pressure monitor, lane departure warning on some
*Tech:* iDrive with Bluetooth, USB, Aux, cruise control, auto lights/wipers, keyless entry
*Comfort:* Dual-zone climate, electric windows, multifunction steering

### *Service & Warranty SA*
- *Warranty new:* 4yr/50,000 km
- *Maintenance plan:* 3yr/36,000 km - includes service + brakes
- *Service interval:* 15,000 km

*Pros:* RWD driving feel, 135kW is punchy, 8-speed auto is smooth, 5.3L/100km is great for power, build quality, resale
*Cons:* Run-flat tyres expensive, maintenance costs after warranty, check for full service history, rear space tight for 3 adults

*320i vs 320d:* 320i is 135kW petrol, more refined. 320d is 140kW diesel, more torque and 4.1-4.5L/100km but diesel clatter.

*Things to check when buying:*
1. *Service history* - must be BMW dealer or RMI approved
2. *Run-flat tyres* - check tread, they’re R4k+ each
3. *Cooling system* - water pump/thermostat common at 100k km
4. *M Sport extras* - sunroof, PDC, leather make a big difference

Looking at M Sport or Sport Line? The M Sport holds value better.