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2010 BMW M3

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Rating9.4
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$55,400 - $67,050
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful Engine

Fuel Efficiency

Standard HD radio

Precise Handling

High Maintenance and Repair costs

Optional automatic headlights.

Luxurious Interior

Limited Rear passenger seat space

Specs & Features

$55,400

price

414 hp @ 8300 rpm

horsepower

295 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

4.0L 8cyl RWD 6M

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 BMW M3 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the compact luxury performance sedan segment. With 2 trims on offer that is the coupe and the convertible, the 2010 BMW M3  has a base MSRP of $58,400, competing directly with the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG,  the Audi RS5, and the Cadillac CTS-V. Only available with a 4.0L V8 engine mated to a 7-Speed Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds, the BMW M3 maintains a combined fuel economy of 17 MPG. BMW offers the M3 Sedan in 11 stunning colors, with the Jet Black being a particular favorite of ours. Currently, with around 43 BMW M3 Sedans available for sale, you could get a base trim for an average price of $28995. However, one can generally expect an average savings of $1485 at an average, making this a perfect time to browse for a 2010 BMW M3 Sedan.

 

Buying Advice

The BMW M3 is the sedan to go for if you are looking for an all-out performance machine equipped with great ride and handling characteristics. The compact sports sedan also has a great luxurious interior but drawbacks come in the form of low fuel efficiency and high maintenance and repair costs.

Trims

    Base
    $55,400 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 414 hp @ 8300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 16 mpg

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Rating

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Horsepower

414 hp @ 8300 rpm

Torque

295 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

Capacity

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2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    2010 BMW M3

    Ranked #2

    		4.7 sec12.9 sec155 mph
    		3.99 sec--
    		6.3 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    		6.52 sec-133 mph
    		6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    2010 Saab 9-3

    Ranked #6

    		7.4 sec15.6 sec-
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    2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      2010 BMW M3

      Ranked #9

      		14 mpg20 mpg16 mpg16.6 gal.232.4/332 mi.
      		25 mpg37 mpg30 mpg13 gal.-
      		26 mpg35 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/462 mi.
      		26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14 gal.364/490 mi.
      		26 mpg34 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/448.8 mi.
      		24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.5 gal.324/472.5 mi.

      2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2010 BMW M3

        Ranked #10

        		180.4 in.71.5 in.57 in.-108.7 in.
        		188.9 in.73 in.55.8 in.4.6 in.106.7 in.

        2010 Infiniti G37

        Ranked #2

        		187 in.69.8 in.57.2 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.
        		186.1 in.70.7 in.56.6 in.4.1 in.108.7 in.

        2010 Acura TSX

        Ranked #4

        		185.6 in.72.4 in.56.6 in.5.9 in.106.4 in.

        2010 Audi A4

        Ranked #5

        		185.2 in.71.9 in.56.2 in.4.2 in.110.6 in.

        2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2010 BMW M3

          Ranked #5

          		12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          2010 Saab 9-3

          Ranked #1

          		15 cu.ft.-15 cu.ft.
          		13.1 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
          		12.4 cu.ft.88.2 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.
          		12.3 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.12.3 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.

          2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            2010 BMW M3

            Ranked #1

            		12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.-
            		12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.69 ft.
            		-13.8 cu.ft.--
            		-12.4 cu.ft.--
            		-12.3 cu.ft.--
            		-13.3 cu.ft.--

            2010 BMW M3 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              2010 BMW M3

              Ranked #2

              		-1014 lbs.3726 lbs.
              		1500 lbs.-2723 lbs.
              		1500 lbs.-2723 lbs.
              		--3924 lbs.
              		-1020 lbs.2862 lbs.
              		--3230 lbs. -

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