The 2016 BMW M3's low safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 5 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 BMW M3 has accumulated 5 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine3

02Suspension,power Train,structure1

03Unknown Or Other1

5 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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BMW M3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 BMW M3 trims

19–20mpg combined

17city

24-26hwy

$4,100-$4,300/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2016 BMW M3 ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

M3 - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$4,100/yr4/10 Average

M3 - Automatic (AM-S7)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2016 BMW M3 Special FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Special compare to other BMW M3 trims?

the Special sits in a specific spot in the 2016 BMW M3 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2016 BMW M3 page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 BMW M3 Special?

Budget for standard Special maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the BMW M3 Special?

The best model year for the BMW M3 Special comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the BMW M3 overview.

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