Compare 2005 BMW M3 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $47,300 | $53,950 | $46,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $43,225 | $49,615 | $42,780 |
| Destination | $695 | $720 | $720 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Driver Side | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | Analog |
| Compass | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather/chrome |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Air Compressor | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Memory | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | Bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru And Skibag | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - W/tilt |
| Seat Trim | Cloth/leather | Leather | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Speakers | 10 | 9 | 12 Harman/kardon |
| Amplifier | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | COMAND |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Tube 1st Row | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | BMW Assist | N/A | Tele Aid |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Programmable |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Cornering Lights | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | N/A | Parktronic |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Immobilizer III | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Concealed | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Convertible Top | N/A | Power | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Rack | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Front Tires | P225/45ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P235/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/45ZR17.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 255/40ZR18 | N/A | 245/40ZR17 |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Forged Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Full-size Aluminum | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.2L I-6 | 4.2L V-8 | 3.2L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | SOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Quattro All Wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Servotronic | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Sport | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Optional | Tiptronic | TouchShift |
| Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.64 | 3.89 | 3.27 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 176.8 " | 180.0 " | 182.6 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.1 " | 70.0 " | 68.5 " |
| Exterior Height | 54.0 " | 54.8 " | 55.4 " |
| Engine | 3.2L I-6 | 4.2L V-8 | 3.2L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 333 @ 7,900 Rpm | 340 @ 7,000 Rpm | 215 @ 5,700 Rpm |
| Torque | 262 @ 4,900 Rpm | 302 @ 3,500 Rpm | 229 @ 3,000 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 15 Mpg | 20 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.2 Seconds | 5.5 Seconds | 7.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.8 Seconds | 14.0 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 103 Mph | 99 Mph | 87 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 61 Mph | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.43/3.58 " | 3.33/3.65 " | 3.54/3.31 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,415 Lbs. | 4,090 Lbs. | 3,515 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 5,236 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | N/A | 882 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 " | 104.5 " | 106.9 " |
| Front Track | 57.4 " | 59.8 " | 58.9 " |
| Rear Track | 60.0 " | 59.9 " | 58.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.1 '' | 18.8 '' | 17.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .33 | .30 | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 41.7 " | 41.3 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 33.2 " | 32.4 " | 33.0 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.5 " | 38.0 " | 37.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | 36.5 " | 36.3 " | 35.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | N/A | 53.7 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | N/A | 45.9 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.5 " | 53.0 " | 53.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 52.7 " | 45.1 " | 49.3 " |
| Luggage Volume | 9.5 Cu.ft. | 8.9 Cu.ft. | 10.4 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 9.5 Cu.ft. | 10.2 Cu.ft. | 10.4 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 84 Cu.ft. | 73 Cu.ft. | 81 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 16.6 Gal. | 16.6 Gal. | 16.4 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
