BMW M3 vs. BMW 7 Series
In comparing the BMW M3's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
BMW M3 vs. BMW 7 Series Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M3's price is between $82,026 and $125,090, with the BMW 7 Series priced between $100,615 and $149,812.
BMW M3 vs. BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M3 loses 41.1 percent of its value and the BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the BMW M3 retains 20.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
BMW M3 vs. BMW 7 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the BMW 7 Series' quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW M3 being ranked 13 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
BMW M3 vs. BMW 7 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M3 is 7.6 out of 10. For the BMW 7 Series the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW 7 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the BMW 7 Series base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 7 Series, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW M3, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
82026 - 125090
Used Asking Price:
88999 - 150533
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.410857
Pricing
New Asking Price:
100615 - 149812
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.218848 / 10
Reliability:
7.637696 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 31BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base, Competition, Competition xDrive, CS
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
19.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3840 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4720 lbs
Width:
86.3 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
212.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20