Used 1996 BMW M3
1996 BMW M3 Overview
M3 Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation BMW M3 (1995-1999) a 4.9 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 100% recommend it. These figures are based on 149 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 BMW M3
"Probably the best vehicle I ever owned and drove."
"I have owned a BMW M3 convertible for several years. It has been very reliable and fun to drive."
"My best car in my lifetime"
"The best car that I have driven! Fun to drive and a bit too fast for me now!!"
"kjn"
"Very fun, fast car but its more of a toy then a car if you know what i mean"
Overall 1996 BMW M3 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 BMW M3 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 BMW M3 quality a 4.9 out of 5.
1996 BMW M3 Reliability
The 1996 BMW M3 receives an average consumer rating of 4.9 overall and a 4.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 M3 Features
According to drivers of the 1996 M3, here are some of its best features:
- Fun to drive. Makes the driver and car become one.
- Fun to drive, all original
- Driving this car is amazing, the faster the better
- Simple maintenance, unbelievably good to drive, doesn't shout about what it can do.
- Driving and handling. M's are simply awesome.
1996 BMW M3 MPG by Trim
1996 M3 Coupe 2D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1996 M3 Safety
1996 BMW M3 Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Traction Control
1996 BMW M3
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3175 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 82.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 174.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 53.2 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 9.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.0 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.7 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 67.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 240 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 236 @ 3800 rpm | ||
Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 5.9 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 137 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1996 BMW M3 Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1996 BMW M3 |  New 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman |  New 2024 Toyota GR86 |  New 2024 Audi RS 5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.3 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.0 | 5.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | N/A | $53,103 | $103,858 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 2 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 240 @ 6000 RPM | 300 @ 6500 RPM | 228 @ 7000 RPM | 444 HP | |
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
1996 BMW M3 Rankings
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