2021 BMW 3 Series vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 BMW 3 Series and 2022 BMW 3 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 BMW 3 Series and the 2022 BMW 3 Series.
When comparing the 2021 BMW 3 Series's and the 2022 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 BMW 3 Series and 2022 BMW 3 Series have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW 3 Series's and the 2022 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2022 BMW 3 Series.
Pricing: A used 2021 BMW 3 Series ranges from $21,944 to $32,979 while a used 2022 BMW 3 Series is priced between $25,831 to $35,738.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2021 BMW 3 Series and the 2022 BMW 3 Series both lose 53.7 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 7.5 out of 10. BMW 3 Series is ranked 3 out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Small Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 27 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV), the BMW 3 Series is ranked 7 and the BMW 3 Series is ranked 7 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The BMW 3 Series is also ranked 13 out of 37 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars while the BMW 3 Series is ranked 13 out of 37 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 7.3 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2021 BMW 3 Series and the 2022 BMW 3 Series makes 288 horsepower. Both the 3 Series and the 3 Series are rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 372 miles. Both models use electricity, premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
44550
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
51950
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
44550 - 67300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
42950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
52633
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
42950 - 67300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
27696
Price Range:
21944 - 32979
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
27971
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
26664 - 29554
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
339
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50038
# Good or Great Deals:
115
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
30662
Price Range:
25831 - 35738
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
32577
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
30662 - 34492
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
327
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
40456
# Good or Great Deals:
136
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 BMW 3 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 BMW 3 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
27.581354473314278
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
3.5 - 27.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.8240935219959145
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
5.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact Cars)
4.4 - 7.8
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 6Ranking
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26 out of / 27Ranking
34 out of / 37BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
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4 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 37Ranking
7 out of / 37Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 37Ranking
14 out of / 37Ranking
16 out of / 37Ranking
20 out of / 37Ranking
26 out of / 27Ranking
34 out of / 37Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2021 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330e, 330e xDrive
2022 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330e, 330e xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
287 / 372 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
287 / 372 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4039 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4039 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic / Mediterranean Blue Metallic / Phytonic Blue Metallic / Portimao Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic / Portimao Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Dravit Grey Metallic / Mineral Grey Metallic / Oxide Grey Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic / Melbourne Red Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige / Canberra Beige/Black w/ Contrast Stitching
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching / Black w/ Decor Stitching / Black w/ Oyster Contrast Stitching
Brown
Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha w/ Contrast Stitching
Gray
Oyster w/ Contrast Stitching
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching
Brown
Cognac / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
