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BMW prices M3 coupe, sedan

01/14/2008, 8:07 PM

By admin

BMW at the Detroit auto show announced U.S. pricing for its M3 Coupe and M3 Sedan models, starting at $56,500 and $53,800, respectively. Compared to the previous-generation M3 Coupe, the new two-door is around $8,000 more expensive. Of course, it packs a whole lot more punch, too.

Since the previous M3 lineup didn’t include a sedan, we can’t make a comparison to past models. However, the $53,800 price tag considerably undercuts the $66,900 Audi RS4 sedan, its main rival.

The same 4.0-liter V8 powers both cars, delivering 420 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque at 3,900 rpm.

A number of options are available for both the sedan and coupe. A premium package, priced at $1900, offers power folding mirrors, universal garage opener, digital compass mirror, BMW Assist, Novillo Leather interior and choice of three optional interior trims.

The technology package includes EDC, M Drive, Comfort Access, and a navigation system — all for $3250.

19″ wheels are $1200, Electronic Damping Control is $1000, and Extended Novillo Leather can be had for $2000 as a standalone option or $1000 with the premium package. Enhanced premium sound is $1900.

M3 Coupe buyers can opt to remove the carbon-fiber roof and replace it with a regular metal top with a glass moonroof — for no additional charge. Since the sedan doesn’t have a carbon fiber roof in the first place, buyers seeking an open-air experience must pay $1050 for the glass moonroof.

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01/14, 8:15 PM

posted by:

corvette

not bad but we all know it doesn’t stay at $56,500

01/14, 8:36 PM

posted by:

SD650irag

i’ll take one please, and especially the sedan if it didn’t have the ugly butt with $5 taillights. 420hp bmw for $54K, sold.

01/14, 9:07 PM

posted by:

SR

Not a bad price. I’ll keep my place in line as #1 at my dealership to order…

01/14, 9:07 PM

posted by:

V-series

That price is much better than I expected. I thought it would be around $65,000 base price. Although I’m guessing this will go for well above sticker price when it first hits dealers. If I bought one, I would probably buy the sedan in alpine white with a manual transmission. I know I’m the minority here, but I actually like the sedan more.

01/14, 10:06 PM

posted by:

THellURider

Wow. That changes things for me…

01/14, 10:25 PM

posted by:

Commodore

That is actually pretty cheap for a sweet [german] car like that. CTS-V will be even cheaper though, and just as powerful.

I bet the price is lower because BMW is planning on selling many more of them than before, so they know they would be profitable even if they make it 50k even

01/14, 10:51 PM

posted by:

autonut

Why digital compass mirror? Does BMW believe its own navigation system? I could not possibly driven this machinery, but last year’s 335 coupe my friend lets me drive is exquisite machinery (with merely 300 hp). You can start moving in 3rd gear on ice. Unbelievable.

01/15, 1:26 AM

posted by:

JoshL

I knew it!

01/15, 4:16 AM

posted by:

Veda

61.4K isn’t bad at all but for the same price I’d take the TT-S even if it’s not as fast, it’s probably more nimble and definitely stylish.

01/15, 4:39 AM

posted by:

Rotman

Hmm, these things start at 99k EUR in the tax nightmare I call home.

01/15, 7:26 AM

posted by:

V2

No matter what the pricing of this car is…it’ll sell in any country it’s offered in…And rightly so.

01/15, 8:03 AM

posted by:

Culley

*Cue the music from “Jaws”* Yes M3, that is the Cadillac CTS-V you see swimming towards you. You are going to need a faster boat.

01/15, 8:06 AM

posted by:

Veda

V2: I disagree. Would you buy it at US$140K like what they’re offering here?

01/15, 10:08 AM

posted by:

Poisonous Cinquecento

I would, there is nothing much you can buy with that spec that isnt naturally non aspired. M is a badge you wear with pride and trust…Cadillac is a badge you were with cheap gold chain and fake gold teeth…

American cars are made to be changed every 2 years, EU cars are kept for 7-8 years…. Sometimes more…

01/15, 10:09 AM

posted by:

Z06ified

Much less expensive than I thought! I was expecting $65k too. Looks like Lexus just made a major mistake with the pricing on their IS-F. Who would choose an IS-F over an M3 and pay MORE for it, other than the most fanatical rice lovers?

The only thing that bugs me are all the pricey option packages. BMW always does this. Nicely equipped, the sedan ends up at $63k, or $65k fully loaded. There are lots of options that I would want to have, that should be standard on this car, so the base price is a bit of smoke and mirrors.

I think the pricing on the CTS-V will be close to $65k, but will only come fully loaded, or only one or two minor options. So at first glance, it will look like the M3 is cheaper on a base price, but when you compare features and equipment, they will be priced similar.

01/15, 10:11 AM

posted by:

e46Ne90

wth!?!!?…56k car and leather is still an option…when i bought an e46 m3 and paid extra for leather i thought that was crazy…but this is gettin out of control!! they should offer 19s as only option in this car! in this price range, ill take da base P over this anyday

01/15, 10:12 AM

posted by:

Z06ified

Once again poisonous whatever – you demonstrate your stupidity with incredible clarity.

I’ve owned numerous American cars over the years, and on average, I kept them for about 7 years, and when I sold them they still had many years and miles left in them. Right now I have a 10 year old Suburban with 170k miles, and it will likely keep going for another 10 years and 400k miles. My ‘02 Z06 is now 6 years old, and I’ve had virtually no problems with it since I bought it new. And I drive it very hard, including track time.

01/15, 10:50 AM

posted by:

WEKS

It’s also 900hp and gets 110MPG no doubt.

01/15, 11:27 AM

posted by:

planet_drive

A sedan version of the M3 will be great. I drove my cousins new M3 which he ordered 8 months before it was avaliable all over Italy just last month and that thing was incredible. The Sedan will not be as great as the coupe but still a nice choice for someone who prefers 4 doors over 2. I just don’t see why the coupe will cost more when a 4 doors means more parts and more assembly time.

01/15, 11:35 AM

posted by:

Veda

Poisonous Cinquecento: EU autos don’t last more than 5 years where I’m at with the exception of maybe the C Class but that’s because they sold so many of them they probably got all the bugs sorted out after a few years.

01/15, 12:48 PM

posted by:

Impulsive

‘Poisonous’, ‘V2′ and ‘Limp Penis’ are all subhuman species. Ignore them.

01/15, 2:17 PM

posted by:

A4

when you say things like
“da base P”
youll never afford one whether its 56,000 or 100,000.

01/15, 2:18 PM

posted by:

A4

and i think i have to say id still take the RS4, although its close.

01/15, 2:42 PM

posted by:

F3INT))AP3X

I’m with you, gimme the Audi with its nicer and cleaner interior and its subtly aggressive styling. I’d hate to be another BMW driver with a number.

01/15, 3:09 PM

posted by:

SwerveEarly

Wow original rumors were as high as $80K when the news of the V8 came out, so this good news.
Still prefer ‘07, its lighter smaller and more fun too drive.
RS4 is very fast, but I could not get it to rotate for the life of me. Kills all fun and thrill on twistys.

01/15, 5:07 PM

posted by:

e46Ne90

ok a4 plz talk to me after u move up from ur vw a4 whether i can afford anything or not

01/15, 6:19 PM

posted by:

Bimmer

Probably gonna be around $70-80K in Canada. Compare yourself: Canadian MSRPs: M Coupe $63,900; M Roadster $64,900; M5 $113,300; M6 Coupe $128,300; M6 Cabrio: $138,300. In USA: M Coupe $50,100; M roadster: $52,100; M5 $83,675; M6 Coupe $99,300; M6 Cabrio $105,100 :(

01/15, 6:36 PM

posted by:

Poisonous Cinquecento

The point is noone buys American designs but Americans or former puppet regimes… All their cars look like Voltron pieces.

If American cars went away, I dont think anyone would miss em.

01/15, 6:53 PM

posted by:

Htay9500

white looks nice on this car. the red and and black lthr complements its style. its a f-in sweet deal too.

01/15, 9:44 PM

posted by:

Veda

Poisonous Cinquecento: Looking at the CTS, yea it remind me of Voltron or whatever jap robot series was like back in the days.

01/16, 10:52 AM

posted by:

moto-racer13

Forget this new M3 nothing beats the beautiful and quality made CTS lol Of course you know I’m joking, noone would be stupid enough to want a CTS lol

01/16, 6:35 PM

posted by:

jonmiles

Holy ****, this price is WAY better than I expected!?!?

01/16, 6:38 PM

posted by:

jonmiles

Audi better put the fast forward on the RS5

01/17, 12:27 PM

posted by:

DuSpinnst

Frankly I am sick of reading these Left Lane Comment pissing contests, can all of you haters (be you Asian, European or American Haters) do the rest of us a favor and break both your hands so we don’t have to read your drivel.

Thanks.

 
 
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