Service and repair manuals for 23 model years of the BMW 320i, 1982 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones BMW published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 1.8L I4 — 108 cu in, SOHC · 2.0L I6 — 121 cu in, DOHC · 2.2L I6 — 132 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 13 recalls, 236 owner complaints and 372 technical service bulletins are logged for the 320i. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your 320i year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2023 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2022 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Shadow Edition Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2021 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2020 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Executive Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2018 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2017 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2016 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2015 | $40.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | Modern Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2014 | $40.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | Modern Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2013 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4 | Modern Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2012 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2004 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1994 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1993 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1992 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1983 | $40.99 | — | 1.8L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 1982 | $40.99 | — | 1.8L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
Related BMW models: BMW 320i xDrive 2013–2018
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2018 320i manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 773
- General Information 2,535
- Accessories & Equipment 13,042
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 185
- Body & Frame 7,150
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 448
- Brakes 191
- Maintenance 32
- Collision 153
- Restraints 1,431
- Drivelines & Axles 1,910
- Steering 540
- Electrical 8,141
- Suspension 1,422
- Engine Mechanical 3,610
- Transmission 1,164
- Engine Performance 7,274
04 / Other yearsOther 320i years
2024 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2024 320i.
2023 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2023 320i.
2022 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Shadow Edition Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2022 320i.
2021 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2021 320i.
2020 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Executive Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2020 320i.
2018 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 320i. 35 complaints · 60 TSBs.
2017 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Line Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2017 320i. 13 complaints · 59 TSBs.
2016 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · M Sport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2016 320i. 40 complaints · 63 TSBs.
1995 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I6 — 121 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1995 320i.
1994 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I6 — 121 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1994 320i.
1993 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I6 — 121 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1993 320i.
1992 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I6 — 121 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1992 320i.
1983 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 1.8L I4 — 108 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1983 320i.
1982 BMW 320i · $40.99 select →
Engines: 1.8L I4 — 108 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1982 320i. 1 complaints · 1 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore 320i manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the 320i manual
Which 320i years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 2024 — 23 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM BMW 320i manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams BMW published for the 320i, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include 320i wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every 320i manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover 320i recalls?
13 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–2024 320i, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by BMW dealers.
Why do some 320i years cost more?
Every 320i year is $40.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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