BMW M3 vs BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

Select a car to compare

Cancel
Change
2018 BMW M3 CS Sedan RWD
Photo of 2017 model year shown

Select a car to compare

Cancel
Change
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i xDrive AWD
Photo of 2018 model year shown

Select a car to compare

Cancel
+

User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

#
Rank cars
Rank car
#5
Best 2019 Luxury Wagons
View all
Based on 7 rankings.

Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2018 BMW M3
CS Sedan RWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$59,594
78 listings nationwide
5 GREAT deals
11 GOOD deals

Shop

2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i xDrive AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$45,400
3 listings nationwide

Shop

Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2018 BMW M3
CS Sedan RWD
Andrew Newton Preview:

In the world of German performance cars, the BMW M3 is one of the most prestigious names of all time. The latest version is very different from the original. The latest M3 is a luxuri...

Read full review »
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i xDrive AWD
Kyree Williams Preview:

The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo arrived in 2014 as a new alternative in an already successful lineup. There’s almost 4 inches of legroom over the regular 3 Series, increased height, and...

Read full review »

User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2018 BMW M3
CS Sedan RWD
Adam writes:
Serious Performance for a sedan Can drive a family of more than 3
Power Ranked 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe RWD better.
"Little Lighter/25 more hp to crank "
Handling Ranked 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe RWD better.
"Because it does...it’s a coupe not a sedan "
Full review »
10
Jcogan writes:
The Shelby hands-down is a better drivers car. Hard to believe I’m saying this but after driving both I could...
Back Seats Ranked 2018 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Fastback RWD worse.
"Of course being a four-door sedan the M3’s rear seats are much more accessible and usable."
Family Car Ranked 2018 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Fastback RWD worse.
"Of course being a four-door sedan the M3’s rear seats are much more accessible and usable."
Full review »
65
darkmann writes:
Great ride. Enough power to take one to fun places. Exceptional handling
Looks/Style Ranked 2018 BMW M3 CS Sedan RWD better.
"The added carbon fiber trim pieces make the car look slightly more special"
Front Seats Ranked 2018 BMW M3 CS Sedan RWD better.
"No difference from regular M3"
Full review »
Read all 3 user reviews »
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i xDrive AWD
No User Reviews

Specs

2018 BMW M3
CS Sedan RWD
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i xDrive AWD
Powertrain 7-Speed Dual Clutch 8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
16 MPG
23 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
22 MPG
33 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 15.8 gal 15.8 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
454 hp @ 6,250 RPM
248 hp @ 5,200 RPM
Torque
442 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
10.2:1
10.2:1
Displacement
3,000 cc
2,000 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.31 in x 3.53 in
3.23 in x 3.72 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 4 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof -- Standard
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42 in 42 in
Back Legroom 35.1 in 39.2 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 12 cu ft 24.6 cu ft
Exterior
Length 184.5 in 190 in
Width 80.2 in 80.6 in
Height 56.1 in 59.4 in
Wheelbase 110.7 in 115 in

Available Options

2018 BMW M3
CS Sedan RWD

Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Frozen Dark Blue II
  • Lime Rock Grey
  • San Marino Blue Metallic

Option Packages

  • Executive Package
  • M Carbon Ceramic Brake
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i xDrive AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Arctic Gray Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • ESTORIL Blue Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Imperial Blue Metallic
  • Jatoba Brown Metallic
  • Jet Black
  • Kalahari Beige Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral Gray Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic

Option Packages

  • Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Convenience Package
  • Wireless Charging
  • Adaptive M Suspension
  • Premium Package
  • Executive Package
  • M Sport Package
  • Navigation System
  • Active Blind Spot Detection
  • Active Cruise Control
  • Black W/Blue Stitching, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Black W/Red Hi/Stitch, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Black/Dark Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac/Dark Brown, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Venetian Beige/DK Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Coral Red/Black, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" Double-Spoke (Style 466)
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" Double-Spoke (Style 673)
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" FR & 19" X 9" RR (Style 466)
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" FR & 19" X 9" RR (Style 598M)
  • Wheels: 19" X 8" FR & 19" X 9" RR (Style 673)

Related Comparisons