BMW E30

BMW E30
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The BMW E30 is the second generation of BMW 3 Series, which was produced from 1982 to 1994 and replaced the E21 3 Series. The model range included 2-door saloon and convertible body styles, as well as being the first 3 Series to be produced in 4-door saloon and wagon/estate body styles. It was powered by four-cylinder petrol, six-cylinder petrol and six-cylinder diesel engines, the latter a first for the 3 Series. The E30 325iX model was the first BMW to have all-wheel drive.

Technical data
ManufacturerBMW
ProductionFrom 1982
Body typeSedan

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the BMW E30 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.