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BMW M3 vs Dodge Avenger

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 M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
Selected trimSedanSE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272014

Pricing & market

SpecBMW M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
MSRP$79,300$20,595 (best)
Lowest listing price$35,831$4,499 (best)
Median listing price$81,340$4,499 (best)
Highest listing price$95,762$4,499 (best)
For sale now8 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
Combined MPG19 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.6 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
Horsepower473 hp (best)173 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.9 cu ft (best)13.5 cu ft
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Payload860 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,840 lbs3,400 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.7 in6 in (best)
Wheelbase112.5 in (best)108.9 in
Length189.1 in192.6 in (best)
Width74.3 in (best)72.8 in
Height56.6 in58.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW M3SedanDodge AvengerSE
NHTSA overall—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—2 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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 M3Dodge Avenger
1

Sedan

$79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$20,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Competition Sedan

$83,500 MSRP

SXT

$23,295 MSRP

3

Competition xDrive Sedan

$88,600 MSRP

R/T

$25,795 MSRP

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BMW M3 vs Dodge Avenger FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M3 vs 2014 Dodge Avenger 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 M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Dodge Avenger starts lower at $20,595. Live BMW M3 listings start at $35,831. Live Dodge Avenger listings start at $4,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,595).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW M3 or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 BMW M3 vs 2014 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Avenger (4/5 NHTSA overall).