Where there's room on price
32
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 48 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 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
$24,535
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$15,958$37,995
- Typical market range
- $20,633–$26,948
- Typical asking price
- $24,535
- Original MSRP range
- $43,250–$56,700
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
3 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
48
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 BMW 3 Series.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$39,790–$41,520
Estimated dealer invoice — about $43,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330e | $21,966 | $44,550 | $40,986–$42,768 |
| 330i | $23,748 | $43,250 | $39,790–$41,520 |
| M340i | $37,940 | $56,700 | $52,164–$54,432 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$19,187$39,333$59,479
Typical asking330e
$21,966
330e: typical asking price $21,966, original MSRP $44,550, estimated dealer cost $40,986 to $42,768.
330i
$23,748
330i: typical asking price $23,748, original MSRP $43,250, estimated dealer cost $39,790 to $41,520.
M340i
$37,940
M340i: typical asking price $37,940, original MSRP $56,700, estimated dealer cost $52,164 to $54,432.
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 2021 BMW 3 Series runs about $24,846 in MT to $27,188 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 | $1,779 | $110+ | $26,424 |
| TX | $1,533 | $332 | $26,400 |
| FL | $1,472 | $1,074+ | $27,081 |
| NY | $981 | $371 | $25,887 |
| PA | $1,472 | $587 | $26,594 |
| IL | $1,533 | $683 | $26,751 |
| OH | $1,411 | $444 | $26,390 |
| GA | $1,717 | $637 | $26,889 |
| NC | $736 | $793 | $26,064 |
| WA | $1,595 | $215+ | $26,345 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $25,060 |
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 2021 BMW 3 Series?
Used 2021 BMW 3 Series listings ask about $24,535 at typical mileage, with most listings between $20,633 and $26,948. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 BMW 3 Series cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $43,250, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $18,715 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 BMW 3 Series?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $24,846 in MT to $27,188 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 BMW 3 Series?
There are about 48 days of national market supply for the 2021 BMW 3 Series — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 BMW 3 Series.
Is the listed price on a 2021 BMW 3 Series fair?
Usually, yes. 2021 BMW 3 Series listings typically ask about $23,858, roughly 3% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $24,535. 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 2021 BMW 3 Series?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $39,790–$41,520 — its $43,250 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.