Used BMW 3 Series SE for sale

The BMW 3 Series SE for sale is an excellent option for anyone looking to get into a premium saloon without spending the earth. It’s an entry-level pick that has been a staple across the 3 Series range for years, and comes with all the essentials you’d need for hassle-free motoring, including some extremely efficient engine options. Consider buying a used BMW 3 Series SE outright or on finance.

Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) representative example

Based on a cash price of £12,550 with a £2,000 customer deposit, borrowing £10,550 at a representative APR of 11.4% and the following:

48 monthly payments of: £194.03
Fixed rate of interest per annum: 5.93%
Option-to-purchase fee: £10
Optional final payment: £5,005.00
Amount of interest: £3,768.44
Total amount payable: £16,318.44
Annual mileage limit: 8,000 miles
Excess mileage charge: 4p per mile

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BMW 3 Series SE buying guide

What is the BMW 3 Series SE?

SE is the cheapest model you can buy when it comes to the BMW 3 Series, but because it’s marketed as a premium and luxurious option, it’s hardly short on equipment.

You can buy a number of different generations of BMW 3 Series SE, including the seventh-generation G20 car introduced in 2018, though it was removed as part of a mid-life update.

A BMW 3 Series SE for sale is a smart-looking car with plenty of features and superb petrol and diesel engine options, so unless you need the latest and greatest, it’s a model well worth considering.

– Read our BMW 3 Series review

What are the BMW 3 Series SE specs?

Engine choice depends on which generation you pick, but generally, most buyers go for a 2.0-litre engine for its excellent blend of performance and economy.

Petrol power comes in the form of a 184hp engine, badged 318i, and it’s a good punchy option for anyone spending most of their time around town.

Long-distance drivers may want to consider one of the diesels – either the 150hp 318d or the 190hp 320d. Some newer cars also get mild hybrid technology to reduce emissions.

Used BMW 3 Series SE features and equipment

What you’ll get depends on lot on the model year you pick, but as a guide, the latest G20 cars built from 2018 include things like adaptive LED headlights, automatic lights and wipers, and cruise control.

Other staples include three-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera and a really impressive touchscreen infotainment system.

There are also lots of optional extras to add, such as a powered boot lid, keyless entry, a heated steering wheel, heated seats and a head-up display.

Where the 3 Series SE sits in the BMW range

The BMW 3 Series range is nice and simple, and as you can tell, even the most basic models come with plenty of equipment.

Mid-range Sport models add some subtle styling changes and more kit, while desirable M Sport cars have an even more aggressive-looking bodykit.

Besides those, your only other options in the case of the seventh-generation car are the performance versions, such as the M340i and M340d models, and the very fast (and expensive) M3.