2016 BMW 3 Series 2L Ed Plus 4dr — £8,950 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 24 April 2026 | Southall
£8,950
73,325 miles | Diesel | Manual | Saloon
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-38%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2016 BMW 3 Series 2L Ed Plus 4dr is listed at £8,950 by Car Capital in Southall. It has 73,325 miles on the clock. At 38% below the market average of £14,508, this looks competitively priced based on 101 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,996/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2016
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Trim
2L Ed Plus 4dr
Body Style
Saloon
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Diesel
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
73,325 miles
Engine
2L
Doors
4
Seats
5
CO2
102 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£20/yr
Monthly Payment
£176.2/mo
All Features & Equipment (97)
12V Power Socket in Front Centre Console and Passenger Footwell16in Alloy Wheels - V-Spoke Style - 3903.5mm Auxiliary Input Point in Centre Console for Auxiliary Playing Devices6.5in Colour Display ScreenActive Air Flaps within Kidney GrilleAir Conditioning - Automatic with Two-Zone ControlAirbagsAlarm System - Thatcham 1 with Remote Control and Engine ImmobiliserAlpine WhiteArmrest - Front - Folding with Storage CompartmentArmrest - Rear Centre with Two CupholdersAutomatically Dimming Rear View MirrorBattery Safety Cut OffBluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio InterfaceBMW ConnectedDrive Online ServicesBMW Emergency CallBMW Navigation SystemBMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3Bottle Holders Integrated into Door Trim Storage CompartmentsBrake Pad Wear Indicator - Front and RearBumper System Front and Rear - Replaceable Deformation Elements for Impacts Up to 9mphCentral Locking Switch - Doors - Fuel Filler Cap - Luggage CompartmentCheck Control Warning System for Monitoring of Lights and Door-Luggage Compartment Open WarningChild Proof Locking System - Rear DoorsChild Seat ISOFIX Attachment - RearCondition Based ServiceCrash Sensor - Activating Central Locking Release - Hazard Warning Lights - Battery Safety Cut Off - Interior LightingCruise Control with Brake FunctionCup Holders - Two in Front with Sliding LidDAB Digital RadioDakota Leather - Black with Black InteriorDirection Indicator - Side Repeaters - Integrated in Exterior MirrorsDoor Sill Finishers - Front - High-Gloss Black with BMW DesignationDrive Performance Control with ECO PRO - Comfort and Sport ModesDSC - Dynamic Stability Control PlusDynamic Brake LightsElectric Windows - Front and RearEnhanced Bluetooth Telephone Preparation with USB Audio Interface and Voice ControlExhaust Tailpipe - Dual Round - Left with Chrome FinisherExterior Mirrors - Heated - Electrically AdjustableExterior Parts in Body ColourExterior Trim - Matt BlackFirst Aid Kit and Warning TriangleFloor Mats - VelourFoglights - Halogen Front and LED RearGlove Box Opener with Chrome SpiderGrab Handles - Integrated in Roof Lining x4Halogen HeadlightsHandbrake and Gear Knob - LeatherHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHigh Level Third Brake LightiDrive Controller - 8 Favourite ButtonsIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemIndicator Lenses - ClearInstrument ClusterInterior LightingInterior Trim - Satin SilverKidney Grille - Chrome with Black Vertical SlatsLashing Eyes in Luggage Compartment x4Lights-On Warning by Audio Warning Signal When Ignition is Switched OffLuggage Compartment - LightMedia Package - BMW BusinessModel DesignationMulti-Function Leather Steering Wheel - Three-SpokeNon Smokers PackageOBC - On-Board ComputerOil Sensor For Level and Grade - Warning by Check Control SystemOptimum Shift IndicatorPDC - Park Distance Control - RearPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationReal Time Traffic InformationRear Lights - LEDRear Seat Headrests - ThreeRear Suspension - Five-LinkRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Seat Belt Security Check for DriverSeat Heating for Driver and Front PassengerShark FinSide Armrests - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimSide Impact ProtectionStandard Seat for Driver and Passenger with Manual AdjustmentStart-Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine Start and Auto Start-Stop Deactivation ButtonSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentStorage Compartment in Rear Centre Console - Front and Rear Door Trims and Under Luggage CompartmentSun Visors with Vanity Mirrors and Ticket HolderSuspension - Front AluminiumThree-Point Seat Belts - All SeatsTool Kit Located in Luggage CompartmentTPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring SystemTwin HornsTyres - Reduced Rolling ResistanceVisible VINWelcome LightWindscreen Wipers - Two-Speed with Adjustable Intervals
Below MarketListed at £8,950 vs market average of £14,508 (-38%)
Market Low
£6,985
Market Average
£14,508
Market High
£43,500
Comparables
101 listings
Based on 101 comparable BMW 3 Series listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£1,296/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£350/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,996/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £13,145 (£-4,195)
Mileage-predicted: £15,473 (£-6,523)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,646/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,996/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,346/yr
Based on 429 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
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