Used 2023 BMW M3 for Sale nearAtlanta, GA
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Individual Dravit Gray Metallic
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 33,224
- Stock #:
- PFN84892
- VIN:
- WBS33AY01PFN84892


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2023 BMW M3
Competition RWD
33,224 mi
$73,932
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Portimao Blue Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Fiona Red/Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 24,017
- Stock #:
- M32211
- VIN:
- WBS33AY07NFM32211

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2022 BMW M3
Competition RWD
24,017 mi
$73,838
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 12,391
- Stock #:
- br41917
- VIN:
- WBS53AY01PFR41917

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2023 BMW M3
RWD
12,391 mi
$80,611
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Alpine White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Red
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 23,281
- Stock #:
- 7607
- VIN:
- WBS43AY0XRFR53725

2024 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
23,281 mi
$85,692
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Individual Dravit Gray Metallic
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 33,224
- Stock #:
- PFN84892
- VIN:
- WBS33AY01PFN84892

2023 BMW M3
Competition RWD
33,224 mi
$73,932
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Isle of Man Green Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Ivory White
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 58,200
- Stock #:
- JR22174
- VIN:
- WBS53AY09NFM22174

2022 BMW M3
RWD
58,200 mi
$60,685
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Gray (Dravit Grey Metallic)
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Fiona Red/Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 1,822
- Stock #:
- N87864
- VIN:
- WBS33AY00PFN87864

2023 BMW M3
Competition RWD
1,822 mi
$84,196
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 12,391
- Stock #:
- br41917
- VIN:
- WBS53AY01PFR41917

2023 BMW M3
RWD
12,391 mi
$80,611
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Portimao Blue Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Fiona Red/Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 24,017
- Stock #:
- M32211
- VIN:
- WBS33AY07NFM32211

2022 BMW M3
Competition RWD
24,017 mi
$73,838
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Fiona Red/Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 16,245
- Stock #:
- 22728
- VIN:
- WBS33AY00RFR89256

2024 BMW M3
Competition RWD
16,245 mi
$81,658
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 47,000
- Stock #:
- 10163-TR
- VIN:
- WBS43AY00NFM23032

2022 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
47,000 mi
$76,505
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Silverstone/Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 23,346
- Stock #:
- W0463PTA
- VIN:
- WBS53AY06PFP80979

2023 BMW M3
RWD
23,346 mi
$69,525
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Ivory White
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 55,792
- Stock #:
- NFM57845
- VIN:
- WBS33AY08NFM57845

2022 BMW M3
Competition RWD
55,792 mi
$68,664
CarGurus Analysis:
2023 BMW M3
With 298 currently listed for sale and an average price of $82,350, 30.2% of 2023 BMW M3s for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2023 BMW M3 5 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it an 8.5 / 10.
88.3% of 2023 M3 models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 543 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- [475] Black Sapphire Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Anthracite
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 35,239
- Stock #:
- P73212C
- VIN:
- WBS63AY00RFP73212
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2024 BMW M3
CS RWD
35,239 mi
$108,988
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Fiona Red/Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 13,473
- Stock #:
- P30512
- VIN:
- WBS43AY00PFP30512

2023 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
13,473 mi
$87,764
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Isle of Man Green Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Blue/Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 31,350
- Stock #:
- E36506
- VIN:
- WBS43AY07PFN59760

2023 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
31,350 mi
$83,741
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Dravit Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Yas Marina Blue/Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 14,350
- Stock #:
- 14822S
- VIN:
- WBS43AY03RFS02966

2024 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
14,350 mi
$90,555
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- TECHNOVIOLET
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 34,504
- Stock #:
- 10768
- VIN:
- WBS43AY00PFN41231

2023 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
34,504 mi
$83,505
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 18,595
- Stock #:
- T05391
- VIN:
- WBS43AY04RFS05391

2024 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
18,595 mi
$88,758
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 20,068
- Stock #:
- F47591A
- VIN:
- WBS53AY02NFL76963

2022 BMW M3
RWD
20,068 mi
$67,942
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 473 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Isle of Man Green Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Silverstone/Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 23,435
- Stock #:
- 10787
- VIN:
- WBS53AY07NFL71886

2022 BMW M3
RWD
23,435 mi
$71,505
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Alpine White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Tartufo
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 38,599
- Stock #:
- 9854-TR
- VIN:
- WBS43AY06PFP03718

2023 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
38,599 mi
$81,505
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- BMW
- Model:
- M3
- Body type:
- Sedan
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 503 hp 3L I6
- Exterior color:
- Alpine White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 19 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 41,640
- Stock #:
- PFN88988
- VIN:
- WBS43AY06PFN88988

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2023 BMW M3
Competition xDrive AWD
41,640 mi
$76,648
CarGurus Analysis: 2023 BMW M3
overall

Summary
With 298 currently listed for sale and an average price of $82,350, 30.2% of 2023 BMW M3s for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2023 BMW M3 5 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it an 8.5 / 10.
88.3% of 2023 M3 models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2023 BMW M3 stands out because it tries to be several cars at once. It is described as a sports car, a family car, and a luxury car in a single package, which gives it a broader appeal than a machine focused on just one kind of driving. It also earns praise for being utterly fantastic to drive, while its high build quality and impressive materials reinforce the sense that this is a premium performance car.
That versatility is a major part of the M3’s appeal, especially for buyers who want excitement without giving up everyday usefulness. The tradeoff is that it is not without drawbacks: its design may be polarizing, its technology can be unintuitive, and road noise can be intrusive. It also does not come cheap, but the overall impression is that it is well worth the money for shoppers who value its mix of performance, practicality, and luxury.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $90,136
- Good/great deal percentage: 34.9%
- Total listings: 318
- Average price: $46,694
- Good/great deal percentage: 33.3%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 210
- Average price: $73,668
- Good/great deal percentage: 31.2%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 231
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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2023 BMW M3 Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Competition xDrive AWD | $82,600 |
| Competition RWD | $74,300 |
| RWD | $78,600 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2023 BMW M3 Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2023 BMW M3 prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2023 BMW M3 Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: Philadelphia, PA leads with an average price of $89,995, indicating a premium market for the M3.
- Best Value: Atlanta, GA offers the lowest average price at $76,228, presenting a more affordable option for buyers.
- Inventory Drives Stability: New York, NY has the most listings at 109, suggesting a robust market presence that may stabilize pricing.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 109 | $80,074 |
| Miami, FL | 100 | $82,332 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 98 | $83,338 |
| Chicago, IL | 97 | $86,948 |
| Atlanta, GA | 97 | $76,228 |
| Dallas, TX | 91 | $87,339 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 91 | $89,995 |
| Washington, DC | 90 | $80,995 |
| Boston, MA | 90 | $83,497 |
| Houston, TX | 86 | $80,553 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Volume Leader: The Competition xDrive AWD trim has the highest inventory with 165 listings, indicating strong demand for this configuration.
- Premium Spread: The Competition RWD trim, priced at $74,300, shows a significant price difference compared to the Competition xDrive AWD, which is $82,600, highlighting the premium for all-wheel drive.
- Drivetrain Effect: The RWD trim, with 107 listings, is priced at $78,600, suggesting that buyers are willing to pay a premium for performance-oriented configurations.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Competition xDrive AWD | 165 | $82,600 | AWD | 3.0L 503 hp I6 |
| Competition RWD | 125 | $74,300 | RWD | 3.0L 473 hp I6 |
| RWD | 107 | $78,600 | RWD | 3.0L 503 hp I6 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2027 model year commands an average price of $103,058, reflecting a 30.0% premium over its starting MSRP of $79,300.
- Depreciation Curve: The 2015 model year exhibits the steepest depreciation at -33.1%, indicating significant value loss over time.
- Best Value Sweet Spot: The 2022 model year, priced at an average of $74,392, shows a modest 6.1% increase over its starting MSRP, making it a potential sweet spot for value-conscious buyers.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $79,300 | $103,058 | +30.0% |
| 2026 | $79,300 | $96,589 | +21.8% |
| 2025 | $76,700 | $92,190 | +20.2% |
| 2024 | $76,000 | $91,969 | +21.0% |
| 2023 | $74,300 | $83,308 | +12.1% |
| 2022 | $70,100 | $74,392 | +6.1% |
| 2021 | $69,900 | $70,981 | +1.5% |
| 2018 | $66,500 | $56,445 | -15.1% |
| 2017 | $64,000 | $46,818 | -26.8% |
| 2016 | $63,500 | $45,920 | -27.7% |
| 2015 | $62,000 | $41,457 | -33.1% |
| 2013 | $60,100 | $52,306 | -13.0% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 30, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
How much does the 2023 BMW M3 cost?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Average Price | $82,290 |
| Year-Round Low | $79,893 |
| Year-Round High | $84,083 |
| Average Price a Year Ago | $84,088 |
| Change vs. Last Year | −2.14% |
Prices have softened 2.14% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.
There are 296 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare before you buy.
Is the 2023 BMW M3 a good car?
Yes — you’re looking at a 5/5 user-rated car with an 8.5/10 expert rating. The model scores 10/10 across Performance and Safety.
The 2023 M3 is built to be several things at once: a sports car, a family car, and a luxury car. That broad mission shows up in the way it combines high build quality, impressive materials, and genuinely thrilling driving dynamics with everyday usefulness.
The main trade-offs are clear: the design may be polarizing, the technology can be unintuitive, and road noise can be intrusive. If you want a performance sedan that still feels premium and practical, those compromises may be acceptable.
Good and great deals account for 31.4% of listings, which suggests you can still find competitive pricing if you shop carefully.
Is the 2023 BMW M3 reliable?
Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.
The 2023 M3 is presented as a high-quality, well-built performance sedan that also brings everyday usability. It comes with a comprehensive warranty, roadside assistance, basic connected services, and complimentary scheduled maintenance for the duration of a typical lease, if not longer.
Its performance character is described as smooth, refined, composed, and communicative, which supports the sense that it is engineered to be predictable and confidence-inspiring over time. The main ownership risk for used buyers is that this is a high-performance car with a lot of capability, so condition and maintenance history matter more than they would on a mainstream sedan.
What should I look for when buying a used 2023 BMW M3?
Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.
You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace documentation. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on wear, signs of hard driving, and whether the car’s equipment works as intended. Pay close attention to the condition of the tires, brakes, wheels, and interior materials, since this model’s appeal depends heavily on how well it has been maintained.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The lineup includes the standard M3, the M3 Competition, and the M3 Competition xDrive. The standard M3 is the only one with a traditional manual transmission, while the Competition models move to an eight-speed automatic and the xDrive version adds all-wheel drive.
- Powertrain: Every M3 uses a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six. The standard version makes 473 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, while Competition models make 503 horsepower and 479 pound-feet. The standard car uses rear-wheel drive, and the xDrive version adds selectable AWD settings.
- Safety package: The standard Active Driving Assistant includes forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, active blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Every M3 also includes adaptive LED headlights with automatic high-beam assist, BMW Assist eCall with automatic collision notification, an SOS emergency call button, automatic post-collision braking, and front and rear parking sensors. The Driving Assistance Professional package is available on Competition models and adds adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, evasive steering assist, Emergency Stop Assistant, Steering Assistant, lane-change assist, and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant.
- Infotainment: BMW Curved Display pairs a 12.3-inch digital instrument screen with a 14.9-inch touchscreen running iDrive 8. Standard equipment includes Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, connected services, navigation, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Wireless smartphone charging, a personal eSIM 5G connection, a drive recorder system, and a head-up display are available upgrades.
- Fuel efficiency: The official EPA combined rating is 19 mpg, and the test vehicle returned 18.4 mpg on the evaluation loop.
Which 2023 BMW M3 trim should I buy?
The 2023 BMW M3 is offered in 3 trim levels: M3, M3 Competition, M3 Competition xDrive.
Here's the short version:
- M3: This is the one to get if you want the manual transmission and the purest driver involvement. It delivers 473 horsepower, rear-wheel drive, and the standard performance hardware, making it the best fit for enthusiasts who value control and engagement over outright speed.
- M3 Competition: This trim adds more power, an eight-speed automatic, and the stronger 503-horsepower tune. It suits you if you want the quickest rear-drive version and prefer a more effortless daily-driving experience.
- M3 Competition xDrive: This is the most traction-focused version, adding all-wheel drive and the quickest acceleration of the group. It makes the most sense if you want maximum all-weather confidence and the broadest performance envelope.
The standard Active Driving Assistant is included, while the Driving Assistance Professional package is reserved for Competition models.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 BMW M3?
This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop without expecting deep discounts on every listing.
- Deal availability: 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 296 listings available.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 2.14% compared with last year.
- Clean inventory: 88.2% of listings are accident-free.
If you find a listing below $79,893, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.
What is the 2023 BMW M3's resale value?
The current average of $82,290 sits slightly below last year's $84,088.
That price movement suggests the market has eased a bit, which can help you buy more confidently now. For a future seller, the softer trend means resale value may not be as strong as it was a year ago, but the decline is modest rather than dramatic.
Because this model still combines strong performance, premium materials, and broad appeal, it should remain desirable to shoppers who want a high-end sports sedan. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.
Is the 2023 BMW M3 safe?
The BMW 3 Series sedan on which the M3 is based gets high marks in all crashworthiness assessments from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), but the organization hasn’t published specific ratings for the M3 itself. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the 3 Series sedan the highest possible ratings in all of its tests, including for rollover resistance, but does not apply these ratings to the M3 model.
It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.
The standard Active Driving Assistant includes forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, active blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Every M3 also includes adaptive LED headlights with automatic high-beam assist, BMW Assist eCall with automatic collision notification, an SOS emergency call button, automatic post-collision braking, and front and rear parking sensors.
If you choose a Competition model, you can add the Driving Assistance Professional package, which brings adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, evasive steering assist, Emergency Stop Assistant, Steering Assistant, lane-change assist, and Extended Traffic Jam Assistant. The main caveat is that the published crash-test ratings apply to the 3 Series sedan rather than the M3 itself.
Should I buy a 2023 BMW M3 or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2023 if:
- 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 2.14% compared with last year.
- Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
- The 2023 model stands out because it combines sports-car performance, family-car practicality, and luxury-car materials in one package.
The bottom line: If you want the broadest mix of performance, practicality, and premium feel, the 2023 is the right target. If you’re mainly chasing the lowest possible price, a nearby model year may be worth comparing, but the 2023 remains especially compelling because it delivers the full M3 formula with strong market availability and a modestly softer price trend.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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