BMW M3 vs. Honda Civic
When comparing the BMW M3 to the Honda Civic, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3 versus the Honda Civic, the Honda Civic is a better car than the BMW M3.
BMW M3 versus Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2023 BMW M3 ranges from $85,762 to $119,929 while a used 2023 Honda Civic is priced between $25,555 to $34,992. For a new model, the BMW M3's price is between $79,002 and $109,281, with the Honda Civic priced between $25,743 and $31,145.
BMW M3 versus Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW M3 being ranked 12 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 51 Best Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The M3 uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,002 - $109,281
Used Asking Price:
$85,762 - $119,929
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,743 - $31,145
Used Asking Price:
$25,555 - $34,992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
7 out of / 39Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 51Ranking
2 out of / 51Ranking
2 out of / 51Ranking
3 out of / 51Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
3 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, Competition, Competition xDrive
Trim Levels
EX-L, LX, Sport, Sport Touring, Type R
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 37 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 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:
2877 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16
