Trim Report

BMW M3 Competition2018

Includes:M3|Competition
$38,900
Starting From
599
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 599 active dealer listings as of

Min $38,900
Max $126,450
From $38,900
Fresh

Competition Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$36,699
$37K–$69K
64 listings53,906 avg miles
All Trims
From$49,599
1 listings|$50K–$50K
CS
From$53,022
29 listings|$53K–$140K
CS
From$53,022
29 listings|$53K–$140K
Competition
From$38,900
599 listings|$39K–$126K
Standard
From$38,900
600 listings|$39K–$126K
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2018 BMW M3 Competition Pricing

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Where to Find BMW M3 Competition

Location data for all 2018 BMW M3 trims combined

29States

14% of the market sits in California, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

BMW M3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 BMW M3 trims

Low Concern

With 0 recalls and 8 complaints, the 2018 BMW M3 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
8
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 BMW M3's biggest weak point? FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. It leads 8 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Fuel/propulsion System5
02Unknown Or Other,fuel/propulsion System1
03Power Train,engine1
04Unknown Or Other1
8 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW M3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 BMW M3 trims

19–20mpg combined
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16-17city
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22-25hwy
·
$2,900-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2018 BMW M3 ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
M3 - Automatic (AM-S7)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average
M3 - Manual 6-spd
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average
M3 CS - Automatic (AM-S7)
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,050/yr3/10 Poor

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

Is the Competition Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 BMW M3 Competition

How does the Competition compare to other BMW M3 trims?

Every BMW M3 trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 BMW M3 Competition?

Maintenance costs for the Competition align with the broader BMW M3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is fuel/propulsion system. Check the 2018 BMW M3 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the BMW M3 Competition?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each BMW M3 Competition year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The BMW M3 overview compares all years side by side.

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