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Overview
- Body
- Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- HP
- 414
- Power to weight
- 0.111 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 3.85
- Cyl
- 8EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 16 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $4,800EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 5/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 182 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Width
- 71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Height
- 55 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Wheelbase
- 109 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Curb Weight
- 3,726 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Pass. Vol
- 93 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Cargo Vol
- 12 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 41
- Theft rate
- 0.9 per 1,000 produced (CY 2011 federal data)
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ENGINE36%
- AIR BAGS16%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM16%
- POWER TRAIN13%
- SERVICE BRAKES4%
- STRUCTURE4%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 55 total.
BMW M3: best and worst yearsFederal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
83 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jan 11, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB611305
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
Oct 13, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICB340714
Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
Sep 1, 2022EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALB662419
Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Apr 1, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCB340414
Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees F) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
Apr 1, 2020POWER TRAINB110208
Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If the ignition is cycled the engine then usually performs normally.
Dec 1, 2019ENGINEB130619
SERVICE ACTION: N54T ENGINE - INSPECT AND REPLACE INJECTOR(S). The piezo-type fuel injectors may cause a rough running at start-up or rough running while at idle.
Jul 12, 2019EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)651512
Service Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive (HDD).
Jul 10, 2019ELECTRICAL SYSTEM613312
"Erroneous CC Message "Remote control! Do not switch off the engine" is Displayed. An erroneous CC message, "Remote control!" " Do not switch off the engine" is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID). The engine can still be started, even with the CC message displayed. CAUSE: Car Access System (CAS) software error"
- and 75 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Powertrain
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 4 yr
- Maintenance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.