How much does the 2026 BMW M3 Sedan Manual cost in Australia?

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.

What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 BMW M3?

The 2026 BMW M3 uses 10.1L/100km (combined). That works out to roughly $3,182 per year in fuel.

What is the 2026 BMW M3 safety rating?

We don't have a confirmed ANCAP rating on file for the 2026 BMW M3 Sedan Manual. ANCAP ratings apply to specific variants and build dates, so check ancap.com.au before relying on one. It comes with autonomous emergency braking as standard.

What engine does the 2026 BMW M3 have?

The 2026 BMW M3 is powered by a 3L 6-cylinder engine producing 353kW and 550Nm. It pairs with a manual transmission. Drive type is RWD.

What warranty does the BMW M3 come with?

The BMW M3 comes with a 5-year warranty. Roadside assistance is included for 3 years.

How much boot space does the 2026 BMW M3 have?

The 2026 BMW M3 has 480L of boot space. It seats 5 people. Braked towing capacity is 1,800kg.

BMW M3, Price, Specs & Review

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. This page also covers 1 previous-generation variant, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 27 Sep 2026, price 24 Jun 2026

Every BMW M3 variant in Australia, compared

3 variants of the BMW M3 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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VariantRRPPower / TorqueFuel / RangeDriveSeats

Sedan Manual2026$163,700353kW / 550Nm10.1L/100kmRWD5

Power: 353kW
Torque: 550Nm
0–100: 4.2s
Fuel use: 10.1L/100km
Gearbox: Manual
Drive: RWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

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 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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Competition xDrive Sedan2026$181,500390kW / 650Nm10.2L/100kmAWD5

Power: 390kW
Torque: 650Nm
0–100: 3.5s
Fuel use: 10.2L/100km
Gearbox: Auto
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

The 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan is a 5-seat petrol sedan with all four wheels driven and an automatic gearbox. It's $181,500 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 10.2L/100km on the combined cycle, and it carries a 59-litre fuel tank. The boot takes 480 litres with the seats up. There's no ANCAP rating on record, so it suits someone after a fast four-door who can live without that rating to go on.

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Competition xDrive Touring2026$183,500390kW / 650Nm10.4L/100kmAWD5

Power: 390kW
Torque: 650Nm
0–100: 3.6s
Fuel use: 10.4L/100km
Gearbox: Auto
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

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 390kW and 650Nm from its 3.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. Its standout strength is versatility-you get a 500-litre boot and 1800kg towing capacity alongside M-division engineering, all wrapped in BMW's iconic styling. The main consideration is fuel consumption at 10.4L/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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BMW M3, Price, Specs & Review

Every BMW M3 variant in Australia, compared

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