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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | PHEV |
| Base Price | $44,100–$59,243 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2024 BMW 3 Series (330e) at 7.7/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this phev. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.6/10, while Reliability at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability is the weak spot: 6.9/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 8.3/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance scores 7.9/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. The cabin tech earns 8.6/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $44,100–$59,243, 75 MPG, seating 5, the BMW 3 Series (330e) sits in the mid-market bracket of the phev segment. The 7.2/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2024 BMW 3 Series (330e) is a solid, well-rounded phev that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is reliability — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 BMW 3 Series (330e) ranks #12 of 40 phevs in the Carivo database — better than 73% of the segment. Its 7.7/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $44,100 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $43,041.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full PHEV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2021 BMW 3 Series (330e) scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2024's 7.7 — and starts roughly $4,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $45,423 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.7/10 | $44,100 | |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $42,777 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.5/10 | $41,454 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.5/10 | $40,131 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $38,808 | Read review → |
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