Trim Report

BMW M3 Standard2021

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

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

Location data for all 2021 BMW M3 trims combined

29States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 29 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

BMW M3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 BMW M3 trims

Low Concern

With 0 recalls and 3 complaints, the 2021 BMW M3 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
3
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 BMW M3's biggest weak point? UNKNOWN OR OTHER. It leads 3 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Unknown Or Other1
02Steering,suspension1
03Air Bags,seat Belts1
3 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW M3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 BMW M3 trims

19–26mpg combined
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16-23city
·
23-32hwy
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$2,250-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 BMW M3 ranges from 19 to 26 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
M340i - Automatic (S8)
26mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
23 city32 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average
M340i xDrive - Automatic (S8)
25mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average
M3 - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr3/10 Poor
M3 Competition - Automatic (S8)
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr3/10 Poor

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

Standard Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 BMW M3 Standard

How does the Standard compare to other BMW M3 trims?

Every BMW M3 trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 BMW M3 Standard?

The Standard shares its core mechanicals with other BMW M3 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for unknown or other issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the BMW M3 Standard?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each BMW M3 Standard 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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