How much does the BMW M3 cost in today's market?

Used BMW M3 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW M3's current nationwide average price is $74,403, and its year-round low is $66,821.11. That gives you a useful snapshot of where the model sits today and the lowest point it reaches over the course of the year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW M3 a good car?

Yes — the BMW M3 earns a strong reputation for blending exhilarating performance with everyday usability.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.73/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the M3 for its thrilling driving experience, precise handling, and upscale interior. Across the lineup, it also stands out for powerful engines and the kind of performance that keeps enthusiasts engaged.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on ownership costs, ride comfort, and the car’s polarizing styling and tech interface. For used buyers, that means the M3 rewards you most when you prioritize driving excitement and are comfortable with premium running costs.

24.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW M3 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW M3 for its powerful performance, engaging driving feel, and upscale cabin. Expert reviews also reinforce its strong enthusiast appeal, especially when you want a sedan that feels special behind the wheel.

• Owners rate the BMW M3 between 3.67 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied to careful maintenance history and how the car was driven, so a well-kept example matters a lot.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW M3?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: BMW’s Active Driving Assistant Pro
• Infotainment: iDrive 8.5 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM compatibility, and Bluetooth
• Fuel efficiency: EPA-rated 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined

Which BMW M3 trim should I buy?

The 2025 BMW M3 offers these trims:

• BMW M3: Best-value choice if you want the standard rear-wheel-drive setup, a six-speed manual, adaptive dampers, nearly 480 hp, and a comfortable, chic interior.
• BMW M3 Competition: Adds just over 500 hp, an eight-speed automatic, and bigger wheels for buyers who want more output and an automatic transmission.
• BMW M3 Competition xDrive: Adds the grippier configurable drivetrain for buyers who want the most traction and the quickest acceleration.

What BMW M3 do most buyers choose?

The BMW M3 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more inventory to compare and a better chance of finding the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first when looking for a used M3.

What is the BMW M3's resale value?

Most of the model years shown are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A couple of older years are moving up, showing that some M3s continue to command strong demand.

The 2021 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2021, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW M3 safe?

• 2025: 9/10
• 2023: 10/10
• 2021: 7/10

The 2025 BMW M3 comes standard with a suite of advanced safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and rear cross-traffic alert.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used BMW M3 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −1.77% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.31%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 31.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 28.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $89,720. The BMW M3 offers a rare mix of performance, practicality, and prestige.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: No matter the trim, all 2025 BMW M3s come equipped with the brand’s twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, known to brand aficionados as the S58, with 473 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque in base spec and 503 hp and 479 lb-ft in Competition trim.
• Tech: The 2025 BMW M3’s iDrive 8.5 infotainment system, 14.9-inch screen, and head-up display bring a modern interface with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM compatibility, and Bluetooth.
• Safety: The latest model adds BMW’s Active Driving Assistant Pro with radar cruise control, lane-centering, lane-change assist, traffic jam assist, and evasion assist.
• Starting price: The base MSRP is $76,700.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.