BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon cargo space by generation
BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon cargo data covers 4 generations sold in the US, 2000 to 2019. Behind the rear seats, cargo volume ranges from 16.2 cu ft to 26.0 cu ft. With the seats folded, 48.0 cu ft to 60.9 cu ft. The 2012–2012 generation has the most space, 60.9 cu ft (1726 L) at most.
Generations
| Generation | Class | Seats up | Seats down | VE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2019 | Small wagons | 17.5 cu ft | 53.0 cu ft | VE 73 |
| 2012–2012 · 3rd generation (F31) | Small wagons | — | 60.9 cu ft | VE 29 |
| 2006–2011 · 2nd generation (E91) | Small wagons | 16.2 cu ft | 48.9 cu ft | VE 15 |
| 2000–2005 · 1st generation (E46) | Small wagons | 26.0 cu ft | 48.0 cu ft | VE 16 |
Seats-up and seats-down figures are the largest published for each generation; see a generation's page for every configuration, opening sizes and sources. How we measure.