BMW 3 Series Touring Brake pad replacement Cost
2001–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$251–$3.7k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
0.8–2.5h
At a typical garage
Brake pads press against the rotor to slow the car—worn pads increase stopping distances and can score the rotors if left too long. Most manufacturers recommend replacement when pad thickness falls below 3 mm. BMW 3 Series Touring brake pad replacement typically costs $251–$3699 including parts and labour.
Typical parts included
- Brake pad set (front)
- Brake pad set
- Brake pad set (rear)
- Brake pad wear sensor
What affects the price
- Front vs rear axle (front pads wear two to three times faster)
- OEM vs performance compound (ceramic, semi-metallic)
- Whether the rotors also need resurfacing or replacing at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Brake pad replacement on a BMW 3 Series Touring typically takes 0.8–2.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW 3 Series Touring, this is typically needed every 30,000–50,000 miles, or sooner when thickness falls below 3 mm.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the BMW 3 Series Touring
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
Brake pad replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ C-Klasse and predecessors$149–$272
- AUDI A4$149–$272
- VOLVO S60$163–$299
- CADILLAC BLS Wagon$149–$272
- SAAB 9-3 Sport Sedan$149–$272
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