Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 15 points more than private sellers.
BMW 228i price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | 5 | |
| 2022 | — | 11 | |
| 2020 | — | 6 | |
| 2016 | — | 10 | |
| 2014 | — | 5 |
ROWS 5·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the BMW 228i the dealer markup works out at 15% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 51 | -1.0% | $16,719 |
| Private seller | 38 | -15.7% | $14,583 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used BMW 228i cost?
The median asking price is $14,500 across 105 live listings. A 2014 asks about $11,888 and a 2024 about $24,800. The most listed year is 2022, at $24,999. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the BMW 228i valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a 228i from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 1.0% below and private sellers 15.7% below, a gap of about $3,675 on a 2022 at $24,999.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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