What is a 2011 BMW 3 Series worth?
Our estimate for a 15-year-old BMW 3 Series in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2011 3 Series on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2011 model sits today: 15 years in, 92% of the new price already gone. The steep part of the curve is behind it; from here it sheds value at roughly 16% a year.
If you buy it now
| Fair buy price (retail) | R 31 561 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 26 550 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 18 789 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 12 772 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 552/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | R 39 581 | — | See value → |
| 2011 (this page) | R 31 561 | +R 8 020 to newest |
2011 BMW 3 Series: common questions
What is a 2011 BMW 3 Series worth in South Africa?
Around R 31 561 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 34 401 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 28 721. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 27 774.
Is a 2011 BMW 3 Series a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 92% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 31 561 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 12 772 more. As a premium (established) model, its steepest losses are behind it, which is exactly when this kind of car makes the most financial sense used.
What did a 2011 BMW 3 Series cost new?
About R 412 202 at launch pricing in 2011 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 8% of that.
What would financing a 2011 BMW 3 Series cost monthly?
At R 31 561 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 552 per month before fees and insurance. Shorter terms suit used cars better; run your own numbers in the value calculator.
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Estimates modelled from list pricing and our SA depreciation tiers; condition, mileage, spec and region move real prices. Not a valuation or an offer.