BMW 3/20
The BMW 3/20 PS was the first BMW automobile designed entirely by BMW. It was manufactured from 1932 to 1934, replacing the 3/15 model that was initially an Austin 7 manufactured under licence from the Austin Motor Company.
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1932 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 138 kW (185 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 145 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,721 kg |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 10 European countries that registered the BMW 3/20 in 2025 (153 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of BMW 3/20 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of BMW 3/20 cars registered for the first time across 10 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 46 |
| Slovakia | 40 |
| Slovenia | 17 |
| Ireland | 15 |
| Lithuania | 15 |
| Finland | 6 |
| Latvia | 6 |
| Greece | 5 |
| Estonia | 2 |
| Norway | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Generations
Other BMW models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 89% of BMW 3/20s pass their MOT test first time, based on 39,044 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the BMW 3/20 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- How much power does the BMW 3/20 have?
- The BMW 3/20 produces 138 kW (185 hp).
- How much does the BMW 3/20 weigh?
- The BMW 3/20 has a kerb weight of about 1,721 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the BMW 3/20?
- The BMW 3/20 emits 145 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).