BMW 3 Series 2022–2024 car dimensions: 4713 mm long, 1827 mm wide and 1440 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,575 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin features a standard BMW Curved Display with 12.3-inch instruments and 14.9-inch central touchscreen running OS 8. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard. Three-zone automatic climate control is fitted as standard. Cruise control with brake function is standard. Front and rear parking sensors are standard. Active Guard Plus brings standard automatic emergency braking with city braking and lane departure warning with active steering correction. Blind-spot warning and reversing camera are available only on higher trims or as options via Driving Assistant and Parking Assistant packages.
Boot space measures 480 litres with the rear seats in place. The rear seats fold in a 40:20:40 split for added flexibility with longer items.
Braked towing capacity is 1300 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. Payload is 555 kg. These figures suit light trailer use or occasional loads. No specific heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed as standard for this model.
The cabin feels refined and driver-focused with standard 3-zone automatic climate control for individual front and rear settings. Front seats offer solid comfort with manual height, length, backrest and headrest adjustment as base. sports seats add better side support and optional electric bolsters. Acoustic glass on the windscreen cuts road and wind noise effectively. Ambient lighting with multiple colours sets a calm mood. Optional electric glass sunroof brings in light and air, while heated front seats and steering wheel warm quickly in cold weather. The curved dual displays and quality materials give a modern premium touch for daily drives.
WLTP combined fuel use 6.4-7.2 l/100 km for the 2.0-litre petrol.
CBS oil service up to 30,000 km or 24 months.
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2019 test).
Standard Active Guard Plus with front collision warning and braking, lane departure warning, speed limit info.
Six airbags plus DSC and ABS as standard.
Brake fluid change every 24 months.
The 318i runs a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol making 156 hp. Official WLTP combined figures sit between 6.4 and 7.2 litres per 100 km with CO2 from 145 to 162 g/km, depending on wheels and options. Real-world use typically stays close on mixed roads.
Servicing follows the Condition Based Service system. Oil and filter come due at the latest every 30,000 km or two years. Brake fluid is fixed at two years. Cabin and engine air filters plus spark plugs follow CBS or set mileages. Automatic gearbox fluid benefits from changes around 60,000 km despite lifetime claims.
Safety starts with a five-star Euro NCAP score from 2019, strong on adult protection. Active Guard Plus is standard and covers low-speed collision and pedestrian warning with brake assist, lane keep alerts and speed limit display. Full LED lights, six airbags, tyre pressure monitoring and electronic stability control complete the base kit. Higher packs add adaptive cruise and more cameras.
Day-to-day ownership is straightforward with the CBS reminders and optional Service Inclusive plans that cover scheduled work for set years or mileage. Keep records of oil changes and recall work for residual value. The car rewards regular care with reliable long-distance comfort and low drama running costs for its class.
Length 4713 mm, Width 1827 mm, Height 1440 mm, Wheelbase 2851 mm (3 Series 2022–2024)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Group press kit “The new BMW 3 Series Sedan and the new BMW 3 Series Touring”, 18 May 2022, Technical Data, same sheet as T0390133SK), ACEA markets: unladen length/width/height 4713/1827/1440 mm, wheelbase, 59 l, DIN/EU weights 1500/1575 kg, 4 doors and 5 seats, luggage.