2023 BMW M3 Trims Comparison
2023 M3 trim level differences
The BMW M3 is available in three trim levels: the base M3, the M3 Competition and the M3 Competition xDrive. Here's our breakdown of the powertrain and features that you get with each:
Which 2023 M3 trim does Edmunds recommend?
We suggest going with the Competition model. For only a small price bump, you get additional power, larger wheels, unique exhaust tips and more. You lose the six-speed manual transmission option but you can add all-wheel drive.
Compare 2023 M3 trims side-by-side
Comparing average pricing near
Lubbock, TX
Vehicle | M3 Base | M3 Competition | M3 Competition xDrive |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | Not Available | optional | optional |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | premium leather | premium leather | premium leather |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | optional | optional | optional |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | optional |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Country of final assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
Engine power | 473 hp @ 6,250 rpm | 503 hp @ 6,250 rpm | 503 hp @ 6,250 rpm |
Engine torque | 406 lb-ft @ 2,650 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm |
Engine displacement | 3.0 l | 3.0 l | 3.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 6 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Tire size | 275/40R18 (FRONT)
285/35R19 (REAR) | 275/35R19 (FRONT)
285/30R20 (REAR) | 275/35R19 (FRONT)
285/30R20 (REAR) |
Wheel size | 18 X 9.5-in (Front)
19 X 10.5-in (Rear) | 19 X 9.5-in (Front)
20 X 10.5-in (Rear) | 19 X 9.5-in (Front)
20 X 10.5-in (Rear) |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 16 / 23 / 19 MPG | 16 / 23 / 19 MPG | 16 / 22 / 18 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 250 / 359 miles | 250 / 359 miles | 250 / 343 miles |
Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 40.0 ft. | 40.0 ft. | 40.0 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,840 lb. | 3,890 lb. | 3,990 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 4.7 in. | 4.7 in. | 4.8 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 81.4 in. | 81.4 in. | 81.4 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. |
Height | 56.4 in. | 56.4 in. | 56.5 in. |
Length | 189.1 in. | 189.1 in. | 189.1 in. |
Wheelbase | 112.5 in. | 112.5 in. | 112.5 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 16.9 cu. ft. | 16.9 cu. ft. | 16.9 cu. ft. |
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | - | - | - |
Front Head Room | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. |
Front Leg Room | 41.6 in. | 41.6 in. | 41.6 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.0 in. | 56.0 in. | 56.0 in. |
Rear Head Room | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 35.6 in. | 35.6 in. | 35.6 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $77,086 | $79,403 | $78,609 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $1.03 | $1.06 | $1.05 |
Depreciation | $20,155 | $21,839 | $20,668 |
Financing | $10,248 | $11,355 | $10,847 |
Taxes & Fees | $3,770 | $4,141 | $3,970 |
Fuel | $14,702 | $14,702 | $15,524 |
Insurance | $10,603 | $10,603 | $10,603 |
Maintenance | $11,783 | $10,938 | $10,832 |
Repairs | $5,825 | $5,825 | $6,165 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Yas Marina Blue/Black Extended Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Yas Marina Blue/Black Full Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Black Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Full Merino, premium leather Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Full Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Full Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Full Merino, premium leather | Yas Marina Blue/Black Extended Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Yas Marina Blue/Black Full Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Black Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Full Merino, premium leather Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Full Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Full Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Full Merino, premium leather | Yas Marina Blue/Black Extended Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Yas Marina Blue/Black Full Merino w/Yellow Accent, premium leather Black Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Full Merino, premium leather Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Fiona Red/Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Full Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Black Full Merino, premium leather Fjord Blue/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Extended Merino, premium leather Silverstone/Black Full Merino, premium leather Kyalami Orange/Black Full Merino, premium leather |
Exterior | Frozen Pure Grey II Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Frozen Brilliant White Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Brooklyn Grey Metallic Alpine White Black Sapphire Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic Toronto Red Metallic Aventurin Red Metallic Skyscraper Grey Metallic (Ind) Dravit Grey Metallic Sao Paulo Yellow Isle of Man Green Metallic | Frozen Pure Grey II Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Frozen Brilliant White Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Brooklyn Grey Metallic Alpine White Black Sapphire Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic Toronto Red Metallic Aventurin Red Metallic Skyscraper Grey Metallic (Ind) Dravit Grey Metallic Sao Paulo Yellow Isle of Man Green Metallic | Frozen Pure Grey II Metallic Tanzanite Blue II Metallic Frozen Brilliant White Metallic Portimao Blue Metallic Brooklyn Grey Metallic Alpine White Black Sapphire Metallic Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic Toronto Red Metallic Aventurin Red Metallic Skyscraper Grey Metallic (Ind) Dravit Grey Metallic Sao Paulo Yellow Isle of Man Green Metallic |