Used 1997 BMW M3
1997 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 1997 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 1997 BMW M3 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 BMW M3 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 BMW M3 quality a 4.9 out of 5.
1997 BMW M3 Reliability
The 1997 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 1997 M3 Features
According to drivers of the 1997 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.
1997 BMW M3 MPG by Trim
1997 M3 Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1997 M3 Coupe 2D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1997 M3 Safety
1997 BMW M3 Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Traction Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
1997 BMW M3
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1997 BMW M3 Values and Prices
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3175 lbs. | ||
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EPA Total Interior | 85.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 174.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 53.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 10.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 66.9 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
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Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 240 @ 6000 RPM | ||
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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 | ||
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Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1997 BMW M3 Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1997 BMW M3 |  New 2026 Nissan Sentra |  New 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 |  New 2026 Kia EV4 | ||
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| Price | N/A | N/A | $39,095 | N/A | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.9 | 2.3 | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 30/Hwy 37/Comb 33 MPG | City 151/Hwy 120/Comb 135 MPGe | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Electric | N/A | |
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 | $59,411 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | N/A | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | N/A | |
| Horsepower | 240 @ 6000 RPM | 149 @ 6000 RPM | 149 HP | N/A | |
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | Electric Motor | N/A | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | RWD | N/A |
1997 BMW M3 Rankings
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