Carsieve BMW 3er-Reihe E90/E91/E92/E93 facelift 325i, 218 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive (2008–2013)
- Power
- 218 PS (160 kW)
- Engine codes
- N53B30A
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2008–2013
- Running cost per month
- €541
- Fuel
- Petrol (98)
- Median price
- €7,800
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide BMW 3 Series E90 (2005-2013): known problems and buying guide
Buy only with engine records. Check the N47 timing chain, N43 injectors and oil use before paying.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N43 injectors and high-pressure pump | N43 and N53 petrol | 70,000 km and up | 400-700 EUR per injector (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Manual clutch and dual-mass flywheel | 6-speed manual | 100,000-250,000 km | 400-600 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Suspension arms and bushings | All, rear-drive chassis | 70,000-200,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Ask for injector and high-pressure pump records. Each injector costs 400-700 EUR. A scan tool shows fault codes.
- On the test drive, check the clutch for pedal chatter, slip and shudder. Ask whether the clutch and flywheel were done.
- Lift the car and check the front control arms and rear bushings for play and cracks. Ask whether pothole damage was repaired.
Running costs
| Operational | €260 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €129 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €152 |
| Total per month | €541 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €68 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 59
- 25th percentile
- €4,999
- Median price
- €7,800
- 75th percentile
- €11,500
- Median mileage
- 183,300 km
- Median first registration
- 2010
- Dealer share
- 20.3%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | – | – |
| 2012 | 2 | – | – |
| 2011 | 14 | €9,990 | 148,000 km |
| 2010 | 15 | €8,999 | 165,000 km |
| 2009 | 19 | €6,500 | 195,000 km |
| 2008 | 8 | €4,990 | 203,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 59 | €7,800 | €4,999 – €11,500 | 183,300 km |
| Oct 2026 | 59 | €7,800 | €4,999 – €11,500 | 183,300 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 13 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325i xDrive | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008–2009 | €528 |
| 325i xDrive | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2009–2011 | €533 |
| 325i Edition Lifestyle xDrive | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2010–2011 | €541 |
| 325i Edition Exclusive xDrive | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2010–2011 | €541 |
| 325i Edition Sport xDrive | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2010–2011 | €559 |
| 325i Coupé xDrive | 218 PS | Coupé | 2 | 2010–2013 | €551 |
| 325i Coupé Edition Exclusive xDrive | 218 PS | Coupé | 2 | 2011–2013 | €573 |
| 325i Coupé M Sport Edition xDrive | 218 PS | Coupé | 2 | 2011–2013 | €573 |
| 325i Touring xDrive | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2009 | €515 |
| 325i Touring xDrive | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2009–2012 | €520 |
| 325i Touring Edition Lifestyle xDrive | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2010–2012 | €520 |
| 325i Touring Edition Exclusive xDrive | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2010–2012 | €520 |
| 325i Touring Edition Sport xDrive | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2010–2012 | €538 |