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BMW i5 vs BMW M3

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 BMW M3

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Overview

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
Selected trimeDrive40Sedan
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission1-speed direct drive6-speed manual
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
MSRP$67,100 (best)$79,300
Lowest listing price$60,899$35,831 (best)
Median listing price$63,266 (best)$81,439
Highest listing price$65,632 (best)$95,762
For sale now28 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
Combined MPG—19 MPG (best)
City MPG—16 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—23 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe110 MPGe (best)—
Electric range310 mi (best)—
Battery capacity84 kWh (best)—
240V charge time8 hr (best)—
Fuel tank—15.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
Horsepower335 hp473 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size—3 L (best)
Cylinders—I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume17.3 cu ft (best)16.9 cu ft
Payload988 lbs (best)860 lbs
Curb weight4,916 lbs3,840 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)4.7 in
Wheelbase117.9 in (best)112.5 in
Length199.2 in (best)189.1 in
Width74.8 in (best)74.3 in
Height59.6 in (best)56.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW i5eDrive40BMW M3Sedan
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimBMW i5BMW M3
1

eDrive40

$67,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sedan

$79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

xDrive40

$70,100 MSRP

Competition Sedan

$83,500 MSRP

3—

Competition xDrive Sedan

$88,600 MSRP

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BMW i5 vs BMW M3 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW i5 vs 2027 BMW M3 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW i5 starts lower at $67,100. Live BMW i5 listings start at $60,899. Live BMW M3 listings start at $35,831.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW i5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (67,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW i5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (310).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).