What is a 2019 BMW 3 Series worth?
Our estimate for a 7-year-old BMW 3 Series in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2019 3 Series on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2019 model sits today: 7 years in, 69% 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 193 116 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 162 457 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 114 968 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 78 148 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 3 375/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | R 242 186 | — | See value → |
| 2019 (this page) | R 193 116 | +R 49 070 to newest | |
| 2018 | R 153 987 | +R 88 199 to newest | See value → |
2019 BMW 3 Series: common questions
What is a 2019 BMW 3 Series worth in South Africa?
Around R 193 116 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 210 496 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 175 736. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 169 942.
Is a 2019 BMW 3 Series a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 69% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 193 116 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 78 148 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 2019 BMW 3 Series cost new?
About R 632 601 at launch pricing in 2019 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 31% of that.
What would financing a 2019 BMW 3 Series cost monthly?
At R 193 116 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 3 375 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.