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BMW M3 — Price, Specs & Review 2026

Compare every BMW M3 variant sold new in Australia. 3 variants, from $163,700 to $183,500 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs — pricing sourced from the BMW Australian website and updated weekly.

Every BMW M3 variant in Australia, compared

3 variants of the BMW M3 are on sale in Australia. Tap a variant to jump to its specs, or compare them side-by-side in the table below.

BMW M3 variants compared by price, power, fuel and drivetrain
VariantRRPPower / TorqueFuel / RangeDriveSeats
Sedan Manual2026$163,700353kW / 550Nm10.1L/100kmRWD5
Competition xDrive Sedan2026$181,500375kW / 650Nm10.1L/100kmAWD5
Competition xDrive Touring2026$183,500375kW / 650Nm10.1L/100kmAWD5

BMW M3 Sedan Manual

$163,700

Power
353kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
3.5s
Fuel use
10.1L/100km
Gearbox
Manual
Drive
RWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,800kg
ANCAP
5-star

The 2026 BMW M3 Sedan is a rear-wheel-drive performance sedan that appeals to driving enthusiasts who value manual transmission engagement, delivering 353kW and 550Nm from its 3.0-litre petrol engine with a commanding 10.1L/100km fuel consumption. Its standout strength is the manual gearbox itself-increasingly rare in modern performance cars-paired with genuine M-division engineering and a 5-star ANCAP safety rating for daily usability. Consider that annual running costs sit around $4072, plus the sedan's 480-litre boot is relatively modest for a family car, so practicality beyond performance driving matters.

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BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan

$181,500

Power
375kW
Torque
650Nm
0–100
3.5s
Fuel use
10.1L/100km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,800kg
ANCAP
5-star

The 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan is a premium performance sedan that suits drivers wanting a practical daily driver with genuine track-day credentials, offering all-wheel-drive security and a spacious 480-litre boot alongside its 375kW turbocharged engine. Its standout strength is the combination of M-division engineering with xDrive all-wheel-drive traction, delivering 650Nm of torque in a surprisingly usable sedan package, backed by a 5-star ANCAP rating. The main consideration is running costs at roughly $4072 annually plus fuel consumption of 10.1L/100km, so factor these into your budget alongside the purchase price.

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BMW M3 Competition xDrive Touring

$183,500

Power
375kW
Torque
650Nm
0–100
3.5s
Fuel use
10.1L/100km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,800kg
ANCAP
5-star

The 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Touring is a high-performance wagon that combines everyday practicality with genuine track-capable dynamics, suiting buyers who want a genuinely quick family car with 375kW and 650Nm from its 3.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. Its standout strength is versatility-you get a 480-litre boot, 1800kg towing capacity and five-star ANCAP safety alongside M-division engineering, all wrapped in BMW's iconic styling. The main consideration is fuel consumption at 10.1L/100km combined, which translates to meaningful running costs; factor in the five-year warranty and estimated annual servicing around $4072 when assessing long-term affordability.

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The 2026 BMW M3 Sedan Manual has a recommended retail price of $163,700 before on-road costs in Australia. Always confirm final pricing with your local dealer.