BMW engines are able to run in the 200k-mile range, as long as you keep them at or above BMW standards. There are reports of one E30 325 with 280k miles and the engine was original. It’s possible so long as you perform the correct maintenance. It’s electronic parts that don’t last for that long.

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If we’re going to be general there’s not anything that can really make a difference between an BMW from other vehicles. We mean that they’re as reliable for long distance driving as every other vehicle that’s on the market. You won’t have any issues specific to an older or used BMW or a new one can last for an extremely long time when purchased now.

In the end, it all depends on the vehicle you’re considering. You should also be aware of the maintenance schedule of the vehicle. If you have a BMW has been properly looked after and has been serviced frequently, it will be able to last well past 100,000 miles. Some owners have had the BMW at around the 250,000-mile mark.

They last for quite a long duration if well taken care of. Another thing to consider is that it’s contingent on the location you reside in. If conditions of driving are awful in your area, you can expect that a BMW to last more than the 100,000 mile mark, and possibly even lower than it. Poor conditions can include broken roads with lots of snow in winter and more.

Nowadays, BMWs are not appealing to people who are trying to get the most value for their money by buying a car which can go on many cannonball runs. On the other hand, this market has lower-priced cars that offer the same durability as BMWs but have smaller features.

BMW fans who are loyal to the brand believe that their “Bimmers” are able to drive superior to rivals and last for longer which allows them to take pleasure in every mile they travel instead of slack-mindedly counting the miles. BMW’s engineering remains unsurpassed, with an ideal seat position in relation to the controls and buttons.

Contrary to the rival Subaru which is also known for its longevity, the majority of BMWs are rear-wheel drive cars that have an ideal 50:50 weight distribution between the front and rear wheels.