BMWThe BMW 3 Series 1st Gen was offered from 1975 – 1983 as a medium-sedan. This generation spans 4 variants, with power ranging from 108 to 141 hp.
Performance Pick
BMW 3 Series 323i
141 hp · 0-60 in 9.2s · 16.8 mpg
Practicality Pick
BMW 3 Series 320i
123 hp · 0-60 in 9.7s · 18.1 mpg
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Tech Specs Summary
Top Speed106 – 118 mph
0-60 mph9.2 – 10.6 s
Power108 – 141 hp
Economy17 – 18 mpg
Weight2,271 – 2,502 lbs
Timeline
Production years of each variant — click a bar for full specs
Variants (4)
Medium SedanGasolineBMW1975–1977
3 Series
320i
$7,000 – $9,000
123
hp
5
seats
18.1
mpg
Medium SedanGasolineBMW1975–1977
3 Series
320
$8,000 – $11,000
108
hp
5
seats
18.1
mpg
Medium SedanGasolineBMW1977–1983
3 Series
323i
$18,000 – $23,000
141
hp
5
seats
16.8
mpg
Medium SedanGasolineBMW1977–1983
3 Series
320
$9,000 – $12,000
120
hp
5
seats
17.4
mpg