The 2019 BMW 340i presents an excellent reliability record based on available data, with an 'Excellent' public verdict.
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Specifications by model year
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 115 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 110.7 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 110.6 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveCruiseControl | blindSpotMonitoring | parkAssist | pedestrianAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | optional | — |
| 2017 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | optional | optional | optional |
| 2016 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
The 2019 BMW 340i presents an excellent reliability record based on available data, with an 'Excellent' public verdict.
The 2018 BMW 340i offers potent performance with its inline-six engine, but potential buyers must prioritize confirming the crankshaft sensor recall has been addressed.
The 2017 BMW 340i offers strong performance but requires careful consideration due to its 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
The 2016 BMW 340i offers a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but its high TSB count suggests potential for minor issues that require diligent ownership.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
Carfocal currently has 4 published 340i reports, covering 2016 through 2019. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2019 BMW 340i presents an excellent reliability record based on available data, with an 'Excellent' public verdict.
Published year coverage: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 340i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2019 bmw 340i presents an excellent reliability record based on available data, with an 'excellent' public verdict. and the 2019 bmw 340i offers strong performance and luxury for its segment. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
Across Carfocal's published 340i guides, recurring problem areas include Crankshaft Position Sensor, Vacuum Hoses/Lines, and Valve Cover Gasket. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Crankshaft Position Sensor, Vacuum Hoses/Lines, and Valve Cover Gasket.