Where there's room on price
73
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 64 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 9% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price report
2016 BMW 3 Series Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$10,430
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$4,950$19,972
- Typical market range
- $9,881–$13,545
- Typical asking price
- $10,430
- Original MSRP range
- $35,150–$49,200
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
7 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
64
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 BMW 3 Series.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$32,338–$33,744
Estimated dealer invoice — about $35,150 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320i | $8,975 | $35,150 | $32,338–$33,744 |
| 328i | $10,089 | $38,350 | $35,282–$36,816 |
| 328d | $13,678 | $41,850 | $38,502–$40,176 |
| 340i | $19,403 | $45,800 | $42,136–$43,968 |
| 330e | — | $43,700 | $40,204–$41,952 |
| base | — | $48,990 | $45,071–$47,030 |
| 335i | — | $49,200 | $45,264–$47,232 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$5,757$29,088$52,418
Typical asking320i
$8,975
320i: typical asking price $8,975, original MSRP $35,150, estimated dealer cost $32,338 to $33,744.
328i
$10,089
328i: typical asking price $10,089, original MSRP $38,350, estimated dealer cost $35,282 to $36,816.
328d
$13,678
328d: typical asking price $13,678, original MSRP $41,850, estimated dealer cost $38,502 to $40,176.
340i
$19,403
340i: typical asking price $19,403, original MSRP $45,800, estimated dealer cost $42,136 to $43,968.
330e
—
330e: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $43,700, estimated dealer cost $40,204 to $41,952.
base
—
base: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $48,990, estimated dealer cost $45,071 to $47,030.
335i
—
335i: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $49,200, estimated dealer cost $45,264 to $47,232.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 BMW 3 Series runs about $10,741 in MT to $12,148 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $756 | $110+ | $11,296 |
| TX | $652 | $332 | $11,414 |
| FL | $626 | $1,074+ | $12,130 |
| NY | $417 | $371 | $11,218 |
| PA | $626 | $587 | $11,643 |
| IL | $652 | $683 | $11,765 |
| OH | $600 | $444 | $11,474 |
| GA | $730 | $637 | $11,797 |
| NC | $313 | $793 | $11,536 |
| WA | $678 | $215+ | $11,323 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,955 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 BMW 3 Series?
Used 2016 BMW 3 Series listings ask about $10,430 at typical mileage, with most listings between $9,881 and $13,545. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 BMW 3 Series cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $35,150, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $24,720 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 BMW 3 Series?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $10,741 in MT to $12,148 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 BMW 3 Series?
There are about 64 days of national market supply for the 2016 BMW 3 Series — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 BMW 3 Series.
Is the listed price on a 2016 BMW 3 Series fair?
Not always. 2016 BMW 3 Series listings typically ask about $11,383, roughly 9% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $10,430. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 BMW 3 Series?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $32,338–$33,744 — its $35,150 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/29/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.