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BMW E21 3 Series (1975–1983): specs and known issues
The BMW E21 3 Series was produced 1975–1983, in the compact executive class, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
E21 at a glance
| Production | June 1975 – December 1983 | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Model years | 1977–1983 (North America) | [1] |
| Class | Compact executive (D) | [1] |
| Body style | Sedan, Convertible | [1] |
| Layout | Rear-wheel drive | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2563 mm (100.9 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4355 mm (171.5 in) Except US: 4508 mm (177.5 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1610 mm (63.4 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1380 mm (54.3 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1020–1180 kg (2249–2601 lb) | [1] |
- Predecessor: BMW 02 Series
- Successor: BMW 3 Series (E30)
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E21. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
If you've had work done on one, ask for quotes or share what you paid in the form on any repair page, and it becomes a data point for the next owner.
Generations and body styles
- Next generation: E30 3 Series (1982–1994)
Related models
More 3 Series chassis codes: E30 · E36 · E46 · E90 · E91 · E92 · E93 · F30 · F31 · F34 · F35 · G20 · G21 · G28
Other BMWs that started in the 1970s: E12 5 Series · E24 6 Series · E23 7 Series · E26 M1
Common questions
When was the BMW E21 3 Series produced?
June 1975 – December 1983, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E21 3 Series?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E21: M10, M20. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW 3 Series (E21) (revision 1377392781, read 2026-10-23)
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