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BMW M3 vs. INFINITI Q50

When comparing the BMW M3 to the INFINITI Q50, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The INFINITI Q50 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 and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3 versus the INFINITI Q50, the INFINITI Q50 is a better car than the BMW M3.

BMW M3 versus INFINITI Q50 Pricing

A used 2023 BMW M3 ranges from $86,463 to $119,955 while a used 2023 INFINITI Q50 is priced between $42,507 to $61,496. For a new model, the BMW M3's price is between $79,014 and $109,058, with the INFINITI Q50 priced between $44,333 and $62,046.

BMW M3 versus INFINITI Q50 Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the INFINITI Q50's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW M3 being ranked 12 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 21 out of 39.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the INFINITI Q50 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$79,014 - $109,058

Used Asking Price:

$86,463 - $119,955

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$44,333 - $62,046

Used Asking Price:

$42,507 - $61,496

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

51.8%

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:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 39

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

10 / 39
12 / 39

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

14 / 39
21 / 39

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

32 / 39

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Base, Competition, Competition xDrive

Trim Levels

Luxe, Red Sport 400, Sensory

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 / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 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:

300 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.080 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:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 29 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

400 / 580 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium 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:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

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:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Cargo Space:

13.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.0 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:

3732 lbs

Width:

71.8 inches

Height:

56.8 inches

Length:

189.6 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

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:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/50R18