The 2006 BMW 325xi, the latest model year on record, is 178.3″ long, 71.7″ wide and 55.9″ tall on a 108.7″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,649 lb. At 14.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every BMW 325xi generation, measured
The biggest change came in 2006: the new car was 1.9″ longer and 499 lb heavier than the 2002–2005 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005 | 176.4″ | 68.5″ | 55.9″ | 107.5″ | 3,150 lb |
| 2006 | 178.3″ | 71.7″ | 55.9″ | 108.7″ | 3,649 lb |
325xi year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 178.3″ | 71.7″ | 108.7″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 176.4″ | 68.5″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 176.4″ | 68.5″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 176.4″ | 68.5″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 176.4″ | 68.5″ | 107.5″ | 1 |
325xi on the used market
In 65 325xi listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2002–2005 car is the most common: 52 of them (80%), at an average asking price of $4,180.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 | 11% | $4,193 | 138,626 mi |
| 2002–2005 | 52 | 80% | $4,180 | 157,116 mi |
| Other years | 6 | 9% | $4,537 | 125,283 mi |
Will a 325xi fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 983 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 71.7″ | 71.3″ | +0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 108.7″ | 104.7″ | +4.0″ |
| Curb weight | 3,649 lb | 3,373 lb | +276 lb |
325xi against its rivals
Next to the Chevrolet Cavalier, Saturn Ion and Pontiac Grand Am, the 325xi is the shortest and the heaviest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 325xi (this car) | 2006 | 178.3″ | 71.7″ | 3,649 lb |
| Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 2,694 lb |
| Saturn Ion | 2007 | 185″ | 67.7″ | 2,795 lb |
| Pontiac Grand Am | 2005 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 3,124 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 325xi bigger than the 2005?
Yes: the 2006 model is 1.9″ longer and 122 lb heavier, because 2006 started a new generation.
Which is bigger, the 325xi or the Chevrolet Cavalier?
The 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is 4.4″ longer and 955 lb lighter than the 2006 325xi.
How much does a used 325xi cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $4,180 for the 2002–2005 car to $4,193 for the 2006 one, across 65 listings.
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