BMW 3 Series Li Export from China — Specs & Quote

Why this model

What makes the BMW 3 Series Li worth importing

01

110 mm more wheelbase than the standard car

At 2,961 mm the 3 Series Li has more space between the axles than a European 5 Series of a generation ago. All of it goes to rear passengers.

02

Rear-wheel drive retained

BMW kept the rear-drive layout on the long-wheelbase car rather than switching to front-drive for packaging. The driving character survives the stretch.

03

Built only in China

The Li body is produced exclusively at Shenyang for the Chinese market, so it is unavailable through any other route.

04

BMW's highest-volume model

The 3 Series is BMW's core product worldwide, so mechanical parts and workshop familiarity exist almost everywhere even for a parallel import.

Specifications

BMW 3 Series Li technical data

Manufacturer figures for the China-market car. Equipment and certification vary by trim, production batch and destination — we confirm the exact build sheet before the order is placed.

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Version	Power	Torque	Range	0–100	Drive
2.0T petrol (320Li) ICE · 8-speed automatic	115 kW156 PS	250 Nm	—	—	RWD
2.0T petrol (325Li / 330Li) ICE · 8-speed automatic	190 kW258 PS	400 Nm	—	—	RWD or xDrive

A dash means the manufacturer does not publish that figure for this version — we do not estimate it. Range standards differ: CLTC and NEDC read higher than WLTP for the same car, so compare like with like when quoting against a European rival.

Body & dimensions

Production 2019–present (G28)

Body Mid-size sedan

Seats 5

Doors 4

Length 4829 mm

Wheelbase 2961 mm

Trim levels

·320Li — entry 2.0T
·325Li — mid
·330Li — 190 kW, 400 Nm
·xDrive available on higher trims

Documented equipment

Exterior

Long-wheelbase body
LED or laser headlights (trim dependent)
17" to 19" wheels

Interior

Extended rear legroom
iDrive infotainment
Leather upholstery (trim dependent)

Safety & platform

BMW driver assistance
xDrive available
Multiple airbags

Only equipment documented by the manufacturer is listed. Trim levels differ by production batch — request the current configuration and colour sheet for your market.

About this model

Where the BMW 3 Series Li sits in the market

The 3 Series Li is BMW Brilliance's long-wheelbase 3 Series, built in Shenyang exclusively for China. At 4,829 mm with a 2,961 mm wheelbase it carries 110 mm more between the axles than the standard car — more than a previous-generation 5 Series — with all of that added to the rear compartment.

What makes it work is that BMW kept rear-wheel drive rather than compromising the layout for packaging. So it retains the driving character the badge implies while offering rear space the European car cannot match. It is a China-only body sold through parallel export with no BMW warranty abroad, though the 3 Series is BMW's highest-volume model globally so mechanical parts and servicing familiarity are widely available.

Which version are you quoting?

Built by BMW Brilliance Automotive in Shenyang. The Li body is 110 mm longer in the wheelbase than the standard 3 Series and is produced only for China.

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Before you order

What an importer must know about the BMW 3 Series Li

LHD; the Li long-wheelbase body is China-only and right-hand drive is not produced. BMW does not export it, so parallel-export applies with no dealer warranty. Mechanical components are largely shared with the global 3 Series, which makes independent servicing feasible, though long-wheelbase-specific body parts come from China only. Chinese trim designations (320Li, 325Li, 330Li) do not map exactly onto European equivalents, so confirm the actual engine output on the build sheet.

Market fit

Where the BMW 3 Series Li sells

Based on documented export presence and how the vehicle suits local conditions — not a guarantee of homologation, which we confirm per market before you order.

Central Asia

German executive sedans carry exceptional status and the extra rear space suits both chauffeur and family use.

Middle East

Very strong BMW following in the Gulf with executive sedan demand and price-sensitive fleet buyers.

Eastern Europe

BMW brand strength is high and buyers understand the long-wheelbase advantage.

Africa

Corporate and government fleet demand where the German badge carries weight and BMW parts are obtainable.

How it works

From your BMW 3 Series Li inquiry to your port

Every milestone tracked, every fee disclosed up front. Founder Cai reviews each order personally.

1 < 24 hours

Inquiry

Instant Inquiry Response
2 1-2 days

Order

Contract & Pro Forma Invoice
3 2-3 days

Production

Vehicle Sourcing & Allocation
4 3-5 days

Production

Pre-Shipment Inspection

All eight steps, with what you do and what we do at each → Export process

BMW 3 Series Li FAQ

Questions importers ask about this model

Does the longer wheelbase spoil the way it drives? +

Less than you might expect, because BMW kept the rear-wheel-drive layout rather than switching to front-drive for packaging convenience. The car is longer and slightly softer than a European 3 Series, but the fundamental balance survives. For buyers who want rear space without abandoning the driving character the badge implies, that engineering decision is the whole point.

Do Chinese trim numbers mean the same as European ones? +

Not exactly. A 320Li, 325Li or 330Li does not necessarily match the engine output of the European equivalent — Chinese tunes and tax structures differ. We confirm the actual kW and Nm figures on the manufacturer build sheet rather than assuming the badge tells the whole story, because a customer comparing against a European car will otherwise be surprised.

Can it be serviced outside China? +

Mechanically, generally yes. The 3 Series is BMW's highest-volume model worldwide, so engines, transmissions and most components are shared with cars sold officially in your market and workshops know them. Body panels specific to the long-wheelbase version are the exception. What you do not get is BMW's warranty, which must be disclosed clearly for a car at this price.

Can EV Auto Pro supply the BMW 3 Series Li for export? +

Yes, with an honest caveat. BMW sells this model through official channels in China only, so export units move through China's parallel-export channel. We source the vehicles, handle export and destination-market documentation and shipping, and explain the warranty and after-sales position for your country before you commit. Tell us the quantity and destination and we will confirm feasibility and send a real quote.

What does a BMW 3 Series Li quote include? +

We quote per confirmed configuration rather than publishing a fixed price we cannot hold. Every quote states the vehicle cost, inland transport, export handling, documentation and shipping separately, as EXW, FOB or CIF depending on your request — so you can see exactly what is and is not included before you commit to a deposit.

How is the vehicle checked before shipment? +

We check condition, appearance, mileage, configuration, battery status and basic functions before loading, and send you a photo and video report. If something does not match the specification you ordered, it is resolved before the unit is loaded rather than after it arrives at your port.

What warranty applies to an exported BMW 3 Series Li? +

Warranty policy depends on brand, model and destination country, and some manufacturer warranties are limited or void outside China. We explain the actual warranty position for your market before order confirmation rather than after, and we supply common spare and maintenance parts for units we have exported.

More on payment, shipping, documents and warranty in our full FAQ.

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