Compare 2008 BMW M3 - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $56,500 | $56,000 | $66,355 |
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Invoice | $52,160 | $49,840 | $57,728 |
Destination | $825 | $825 | $825 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | N/A |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | N/A | Pre-wiring |
Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
Compass | Optional | Standard | Standard |
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather/chrome | Genuine Wood |
12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | N/A |
Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
Floor Mats | N/A | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
Rear Windows | Fixed | Power | Power |
1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger |
Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | Standard | Standard |
Instrumentation | Analog | Digital/analog | Analog |
Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Voltage Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | 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 | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Fuel Door Release | N/A | Power | Power |
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/genuine Wood |
Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable | 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 |
Memory | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | Bucket | Bench |
Rear Armrest | Standard | With Pass-thru | N/A |
Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Fixed |
Seat Trim | Cloth/leather | Leather | Leather |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
Cassette Player | N/A | N/A | Standard |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A |
MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | N/A |
DVD-Audio | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Speakers | 10 | 13 Performance | 9 Mark Levinson(R) |
Amplifier | Standard | 194W | 240W Premium |
Equalizer | Graphic | N/A | Automatic |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | N/A |
Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Standard |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | N/A |
Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | BMW Assist | N/A | N/A |
Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | N/A | Front | N/A |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
Headlights | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-Xenon | High Intensity Low Beam |
Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Headlight Washer | Optional | Optional | Standard |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
LED Taillights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | 2 |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Parking Assist | Optional | Optional | N/A |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Keyless Access System | Optional | Standard | N/A |
Panic Alarm | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
First Aid Kit | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/10,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/10,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 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 | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Maintenance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 12 Months/10,000 Miles | 12 Months/10,000 Miles |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid And Retractable |
Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome |
Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
Door Count | 2 Doors | 4 Doors | 2 Doors |
Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Deep |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
Convertible Top | N/A | N/A | Power |
Convertible Hardtop | N/A | N/A | Retractable |
Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
Front Tires | P245/40YR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/40YR19.0 BSW Summer Performance | P245/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance |
Tires - Rear | 265/40YR18 | 255/35YR19 | N/A |
Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 19" Painted BBS(R) Forged Aluminum | 18" Painted Aluminum |
Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 4.0L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | 4.3L V-8 |
Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Brembo 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 | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
Speed Sensitive Steering | M Servotronic | Standard | Standard |
Suspension Tuning | Sport | Sport | Regular |
Ride Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Adaptive Suspension | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
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 | Double Wishbone |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Electronic Stability System | DSC | Standard | Standard |
Sequential Shift Control | Optional | Sport Direct-Shift | Standard |
Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 8-spd W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
Axle Ratio | 3.85 | 2.94 | 3.77 |
Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 181.8 " | 183.5 " | 178.5 " |
Exterior Body Width | 70.2 " | 71.5 " | 72.0 " |
Exterior Height | 55.6 " | 55.7 " | 53.1 " |
Engine | 4.0L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | 4.3L V-8 |
Horsepower | 414 @ 8,300 Rpm | 416 @ 6,600 Rpm | 288 @ 5,600 Rpm |
Torque | 295 @ 3,900 Rpm | 371 @ 5,200 Rpm | 317 @ 3,400 Rpm |
SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 16 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 20 Mpg | 23 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 4.8 Seconds | 4.7 Seconds | 6.2 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Time | 13.3 Seconds | 13.2 Seconds | 14.8 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Speed | 108 Mph | 107 Mph | 93 Mph |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 60 Mph | 61 Mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.62/2.96 " | 3.70/3.52 " | 3.58/3.25 " |
Curb Weight | 3,704 Lbs. | 3,780 Lbs. | 3,840 Lbs. |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,658 Lbs. | 4,530 Lbs. |
Payload | 882 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
Wheelbase | 108.7 " | 107.5 " | 103.1 " |
Front Track | 60.5 " | 61.4 " | 61.0 " |
Rear Track | 60.5 " | 59.6 " | 60.4 " |
Turning Radius | 18.1 '' | 18.1 '' | 17.7 '' |
Drag Coefficient | .31 | .30 | .31 |
Front Legroom | 41.8 " | 43.9 " | 43.6 " |
Rear Legroom | 33.7 " | 30.6 " | 27.1 " |
Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 37.2 " | 37.2 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.8 " | 36.7 " | 33.9 " |
Front Hip Room | N/A | 54.1 " | 55.7 " |
Rear Hip Room | N/A | 53.7 " | 49.5 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.4 " | 54.4 " | 53.8 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.2 " | 52.7 " | 46.6 " |
Luggage Volume | 11.1 Cu.ft. | 13.3 Cu.ft. | 8.8 Cu.ft. |
Luggage Volume (max) | 11.1 Cu.ft. | 13.3 Cu.ft. | 8.8 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 89 Cu.ft. | 86 Cu.ft. | 75 Cu.ft. |
Fuel Tank | 16.6 Gal. | 16.9 Gal. | 19.8 Gal. |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||