INFINITI M45 vs. BMW M3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI M45 and BMW M3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the INFINITI M45 and the BMW M3.
When comparing the INFINITI M45's and the BMW M3's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI M45 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI M45's and the BMW M3's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI M45 is a better car than the BMW M3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI M45’s base engine makes 325 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 414 horsepower. The M45 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 332 miles. This gives the INFINITI M45 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M3. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI M45 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$54,850
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$37,608
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$29,310 - $54,850
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$10,507
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$8,312 - $14,081
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
13
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
90,473
# Good or Great Deals:
8
INFINITI M45 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for INFINITI M45
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.9 - 43
INFINITI M45 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
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1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
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16 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 31Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
INFINITI M45 Trim Levels
Base, x
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 60000 miles
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
325 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
336 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
414 hp @ 8300 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.111 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
232 / 332 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3958 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
59.4 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
180.4 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian
Blue
Blue Slate
Gray
Platinum Graphite
Silver
Liquid Platinum
White
Moonlight White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Jerez Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Interlagos Blue Metallic / Le Mans Blue Metallic
Gray
Space Gray Metallic
Silver
Silverstone Metallic
White
Alpine White
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Wheat
Black
Graphite
Gray
Stone
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Bamboo Beige Novillo Extended Leather / Bamboo Beige Novillo Leather
Black
Anthracite and Black Cloth/Leather / Black Novillo Extended Leather / Black Novillo Leather
Gray
Not available
Red
Fox Red Novillo Extended Leather / Fox Red Novillo Leather
Silver
Silver Novillo Extended Leather / Silver Novillo Leather
