BMW M8 vs BMW M3
Overview | |
Years produced1986-1992 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$74,300 | MSRP$134,100 |
Listings87 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWe love the 2023 BMW M3 with the same fervour as the Jeep Wrangler and the Mazda MX-5. But unlike those two fun but singularly purposed vehicles, the 2023 M3 can be many things at once, all wrapped up in a single package. A BMW M3 doesn’t come cheap, but it strikes us as well worth the money. | |
Reviews SummaryAvailable in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colours than before. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 473 hp I6 | Engine4.4L 617 hp V8 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower473 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower617 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 473 hp I6 | Engine Name4.4L 617 hp V8 |
Torque406 lb-ft @ 2650 rpm | Torque553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower473 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower617 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.9 cu ft | Cargo Space14.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3840 lbs | Curb Weight4295 lbs |
Height56.4 in | Height53.6 in |
Length189.1 in | Length191.8 in |
Width81.4 in | Width84.1 in |
Wheelbase112.5 in | Wheelbase111.3 in |
Maximum Payload860 lbs | Maximum Payload911 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1986-1992 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $74,300 | $134,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | We love the 2023 BMW M3 with the same fervour as the Jeep Wrangler and the Mazda MX-5. But unlike those two fun but singularly purposed vehicles, the 2023 M3 can be many things at once, all wrapped up in a single package. A BMW M3 doesn’t come cheap, but it strikes us as well worth the money. | Available in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colours than before. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 473 hp I6 | 4.4L 617 hp V8 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 473 hp @ 6250 rpm | 617 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 473 hp I6 | 4.4L 617 hp V8 |
Torque | 406 lb-ft @ 2650 rpm | 553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 473 hp @ 6250 rpm | 617 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.9 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3840 lbs | 4295 lbs |
Height | 56.4 in | 53.6 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 191.8 in |
Width | 81.4 in | 84.1 in |
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 111.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 860 lbs | 911 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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