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2024 BMW 3 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 BMW 3 Series is mostly a carryover, led by one small equipment upgrade: M340i models gain standard wireless phone charging. The 330e plug-in hybrids also move lane-departure warning from standard to optional.
About the 2024 BMW 3 Series
7th generation (G20, introduced for 2019), second year after the 2023 refresh.
BMW positions the 3 Series as the brand’s core four-door sports sedan: a compact luxury car that blends sharp handling, strong engine choices, and everyday comfort. What separates it from many rivals is the variety within one model line—traditional rear-wheel drive, xDrive all-wheel drive, a plug-in hybrid, and a stronger M340i performance step—without giving up the polished cabin and big-screen tech that buyers expect in a premium sedan.
The 330i remains the straightforward sport sedan, with a 255-hp turbo four-cylinder engine, a 14.9-inch touchscreen, and either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The 330e adds plug-in hybrid driving, while the M340i stands out with a 382-hp turbocharged inline-six, upgraded brakes and suspension, and more aggressive bodywork. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto help keep the everyday cabin experience simple.
What changed, by category
Tech
Wireless phone charging becomes standard on the M340i and M340i xDrive.
Safety
Lane-departure warning changes from standard to optional on the 330e and 330e xDrive.
2024 BMW 3 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 31 mpg | 33 mpg | 31 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 288 hp | 255 hp | 382 hp | 288 hp | 255 hp | 382 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.2 cu-ft | 15.6 cu-ft | 15.6 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | 15.6 cu-ft | 15.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 22 | 20 | ||||
| MPGe Combined | 73 | 68 | ||||
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| 360 Camera | ||||||
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| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
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| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2024 BMW 3 Series compared with the 2023 model?
The 2024 BMW 3 Series receives only minor equipment changes. Wireless phone charging becomes standard on both M340i versions, while lane-departure warning moves from standard to optional on the 330e plug-in hybrids.
Was the 2024 BMW 3 Series redesigned?
No, the 2024 BMW 3 Series was not redesigned. It is the second model year after the 2023 refresh and keeps the same basic body design, cabin layout, engines, and seventh-generation platform.
Did the 2024 BMW 3 Series engine lineup change?
No, the 2024 engine lineup carries over. The 330i has a 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, the 330e uses a plug-in hybrid system, and the M340i has a 382-hp turbocharged inline-six with mild-hybrid assist.
Is the 2024 BMW 3 Series offered as a plug-in hybrid?
Yes, the 2024 BMW 3 Series includes the 330e plug-in hybrid with rear-wheel drive and the 330e xDrive with all-wheel drive. Both pair a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with an electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 2024 BMW 3 Series a major upgrade over the 2023 model?
No, the 2024 BMW 3 Series is not a major upgrade over the 2023 model. The overall design, engines, cabin layout, and core technology carry over, so the meaningful differences are limited to a few trim-specific equipment changes.
2024 BMW 3 Series Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 BMW 3 Series.
4.3
2024 BMW 3 Series
(241 reviews)
“Too noisy for the price range. It is surprisingly drafty for a supposedly luxury vehicle.”
“The vehicle is a nice balance between daily driver comfort and sporty capability.”