2026 BMW M3
2026 BMW M3 — The BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3 Series, developed by BMW's in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH.
Trim: Sedan
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 BMW M3 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 BMW M3 typically asks about $75,500 versus a $80,300 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. Our last NHTSA refresh shows no open recalls and no owner-complaint filings for the 2026 BMW M3. Versus 2025, watch length (179.9 in → 185.4 in) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$75,500
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$80,300
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 M3?
Our last NHTSA refresh shows a clean sheet for the 2026 BMW M3 — still verify the VIN before you buy.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
Video
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2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive: Start Up, Exhaust, Test Drive, Walkaround, POV and Review
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is length (179.9 in → 185.4 in). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Length
- 179.9 in→185.4 in
- Width
- 72.8 in→72.0 in
- Height
- 62.6 in→56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 105.9 in→112.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3838.2 lb→3825.0 lb
How much does a used 2026 M3 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $75,500 in typical used asking against a $80,300 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $80,300
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $75,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$4,800 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 M3?
The 2026 BMW M3 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 BMW M3 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3 Series, developed by BMW's in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. M3 models have been produced for every generation of 3 Series since the E30 M3 was introduced in 1986. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet.
- EPA combined 19 mpg
- About 185.4 × 72.0 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 473 hp, 406 lb-ft, 0–60 in 4.1 s. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
473 hp
Torque
406 lb-ft
0–60
4.1 s
Combined MPG
19 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (19 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,211
5-year energy
$11,053
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 19 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Width
- 72.0 in
- Height
- 56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 112.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3825.0 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 16
- Highway MPG
- 23
- Combined MPG
- 19
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Sedan | Competition Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 473 hp | 503 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft |
| 0–60 | 4.1 s | 3.8 s |
| Engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 | 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 473 | 406 | 4.1s | — | RWD | |
| 503 | 479 | 3.8s | — | RWD | |
| 503 | 479 | 3.4s | — | AWD |