Audi Cabriolet vs BMW M3
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW M3
Overview
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Sedan |
| Body style | Convertible | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $79,300 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $95,762 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $95,762 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $95,762 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (best) | 15.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 172 hp | 473 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.8 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 16.9 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 860 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,364 lbs (best) | 3,840 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 112.5 in (best) |
| Length | 176 in | 189.1 in (best) |
| Width | 67.6 in | 74.3 in (best) |
| Height | 54.3 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi CabrioletBase | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Cabriolet | BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sedan $79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Competition Sedan $83,500 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Competition xDrive Sedan $88,600 MSRP |