Trim Report

BMW M3 Standard2018

Includes:BaseCompetitionCompetition PackageCompetition xDriveConvertibleCoupeSedan
$38,900
Starting From
600
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 600 active dealer listings as of

Min $38,900
Max $126,450
From $38,900
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Where to Find BMW M3 Standard

Location data for all 2018 BMW M3 trims combined

29States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 28 other states nationwide.

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
·
16-17city
·
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)

2018 BMW M3 Standard FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Standard compare to other BMW M3 trims?

with 600 listings tracked, the Standard sits in a specific spot in the 2018 BMW M3 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2018 BMW M3 page.

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

The Standard shares its core mechanicals with other BMW M3 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for fuel/propulsion system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2018 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the BMW M3 Standard?

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

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