Last updated: November 10, 2026 · By Sports Car One Staff
The 2027 BMW 3 Series starts at $51,250 once you add BMW’s $1,350 destination charge, and the first cars reach US dealers in the first quarter of 2027. BMW of North America announced US pricing on September 29, 2026. Our take: the rear-drive 330 is the smart buy, and the six-cylinder M350 xDrive is hard to justify when the electric i3 50 xDrive costs $4,400 less and makes more power.
Quick answer: The 2027 BMW 3 Series is an all-new eighth generation that goes on sale in the US in the first quarter of 2027. The 255-hp 330 starts at $49,900, the 330 xDrive at $51,900 and the 437-hp M350 xDrive at $65,900, plus $1,350 destination. The electric i3 50 xDrive costs $61,500.
What’s new on the 2027 BMW 3 Series?
This is the eighth-generation 3 Series, and it moves the car onto BMW’s Neue Klasse design and electronics. The biggest change is inside. BMW Panoramic iDrive pairs a display strip across the full width of the lower windshield with a 17.9-inch central screen and a new steering wheel. A 3D head-up display is optional.
The software is new as well. BMW Operating System X runs on the Android Open Source Project, and the voice assistant uses Amazon Alexa+ technology. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, along with a panoramic glass roof and a seven-speaker, 205-watt audio system.
Driver assistance matters more than it sounds on a spec sheet. Driving Assistant Plus is standard, and optional Highway Assist allows hands-free driving at up to 85 mph on approved highways. It’s SAE Level 2, so you’re still responsible for watching the road, and the system decides where hands-free is allowed, not you.
How much does the 2027 BMW 3 Series cost?
| Model | Powertrain | Output | 0–60 mph | MSRP | With destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 330 | 2.0L turbo four, 48V mild hybrid, RWD | 255 hp / 295 lb-ft | 5.9 sec | $49,900 | $51,250 |
| 330 xDrive | 2.0L turbo four, 48V mild hybrid, AWD | 255 hp / 295 lb-ft | 5.9 sec | $51,900 | $53,250 |
| i3 50 xDrive | Dual electric motors, AWD | 463 hp / 476 lb-ft | 4.5 sec | $61,500 | $62,850 |
| M350 xDrive | 3.0L turbo six, 48V mild hybrid, AWD | 437 hp / 428 lb-ft | 3.9 sec | $65,900 | $67,250 |
Those figures come from BMW’s US press release. The names change too: the old 330i is now simply the 330. Both gas engines use a 48-volt mild hybrid system, which lets a small electric motor assist from a stop and restart the engine smoothly after auto stop-start.
BMW hasn’t published option package prices yet, so treat the base figures as floors. The mistake to avoid is shopping on the $51,250 headline: features like the 3D head-up display are extra-cost, and until package prices are out, nobody can tell you what a typical car costs. Get a full build sheet from the dealer before you agree to a monthly payment.
Is the M350 xDrive worth $14,000 more than the 330 xDrive?
The M350 xDrive’s 3.0-liter inline-six makes 437 hp and 428 lb-ft, and BMW quotes 3.9 seconds to 60 mph. That’s two seconds quicker than the 330. It gets an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, a standard rear spoiler and a top speed limited to 155 mph with sport tires.
The awkward part is the i3 50 xDrive. It makes 463 hp and 476 lb-ft, costs $61,500 and carries a preliminary BMW range estimate of up to 468 miles, based on testing to EPA procedures. It’s $4,400 cheaper than the M350 xDrive and more powerful. The gas car is 0.6 second quicker to 60 mph, and it doesn’t need a plug.
So the choice comes down to where you park at night. With home charging, the i3 gives you more power for less money, and BMW’s preliminary estimate says 400 kW DC fast charging adds 191–208 miles in 10 minutes. If you street-park or road-trip through thin charging networks, the M350 fits your life better.
One M350 detail to know before you buy: its Drift Moment rear-drive mode isn’t on cars at launch. BMW says it arrives in 2027 through a software update. BMW is still investing in gas engines, as our story on BMW’s pre-chamber ignition work explains.
2027 BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes C-Class and Audi A5
| Model | Output | Base MSRP | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW 330 | 255 hp / 295 lb-ft | $49,900 | BMW |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 Sedan | 255 hp / 295 lb-ft | $49,650 | Cars.com |
| 2026 Audi A5 | 268 hp / 295 lb-ft | $50,200 | Audi USA |
On paper this class is a three-way tie. The BMW 330 and the 2026 Mercedes C 300 make identical power and torque, and their base prices sit $250 apart, according to BMW and Cars.com’s C-Class listing. The 2026 A5 has 13 more horsepower and lists at $50,200 on Audi USA, which quotes 5.6 seconds to 60 mph against BMW’s 5.9.
All-wheel drive lands the same way. The 330 xDrive costs $51,900 and the C 300 4MATIC $51,650, a $250 gap again. Audi doesn’t say whether its figure includes destination, so compare the delivered price on each window sticker rather than the website number.
With price and power this close, you’re choosing on cabin layout and the dealer. Drive all three on the same day if you can. If you’re open to something with more character, our story on the 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia’s 5.1-second 0–60 time covers the Italian option, and our luxury sports car guide looks a step up.
When does the 2027 BMW 3 Series arrive in the US?
BMW says US sales start in the first quarter of 2027 for all four versions. The i3 is built at Plant Munich, where series production began in August 2026. Gas cars come from Plant Dingolfing starting in November 2026, with engines from BMW’s plant in Steyr, Austria.
If you want a specific color and package mix, ask your dealer about a factory order as soon as order books open rather than settling for whichever car lands first. Early cars that reach the lot are built to the dealer’s spec, not yours.
The car also grows. Gas models measure 187.6 inches long on a 112.6-inch wheelbase, and the i3 stretches to a 114.1-inch wheelbase. BMW calls the new car slightly larger but hasn’t published rear-seat or trunk figures, and MotorWeek reported that interior dimensions aren’t final. If rear legroom decides it for your family, wait for those numbers.
2027 BMW 3 Series questions
When will the 2027 BMW 3 Series be available?
BMW says the 2027 3 Series goes on sale in the US in the first quarter of 2027. Gas 330 and M350 xDrive sedans are built at Plant Dingolfing in Germany from November 2026, while the electric i3 50 xDrive comes from Plant Munich, where series production started in August 2026.
How much is the 2027 BMW 330i?
The 2027 model drops the i and is called the BMW 330. It starts at $49,900 with rear-wheel drive and $51,900 as the 330 xDrive, plus $1,350 destination. Both use a 255-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 48-volt mild hybrid assist and reach 60 mph in 5.9 seconds, per BMW.
Is the 2027 BMW 3 Series electric?
It’s both. The line includes gas 330 and M350 xDrive sedans in rear- or all-wheel drive, plus the fully electric i3 50 xDrive. The i3 makes 463 hp, starts at $61,500 plus destination and carries a preliminary BMW range estimate of up to 468 miles. Official EPA ratings haven’t been published yet.
Our pick is the $51,250 rear-drive 330. It matches the C 300 on power and trails the A5 by only 13 hp, and the $14,000 you don’t spend on an M350 xDrive buys a lot of 2027 BMW 3 Series options.