BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

Every generation of the BMW 3 Series Sedan (1985–1998): 2 generations with photos, year ranges and full specs for 56 model-year trims.

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E36 sedan (E36)

1992–1998 · 6 trims

Photo: 1994 BMW 316i 1.6 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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E30 sedan (E30)

1985–1991 · 8 trims

Photo: BMW 3 Series (E30), Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Related BMW models

• 3 Series (1999–2026)
• 3 Series Compact (1995–1999)
• 3 Series Convertible (1987–2013)
• 3 Series Coupe (1977–2013)