BMW M3 Insurance Rates
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The average insurance prices for a BMW M3 are $1,766 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs on average $406 each year, collision costs $804, and liability insurance is $398. Liability-only coverage costs around $460 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $3,842. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at $6,388 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,766
Policy rates by type of insurance:
These estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and M3 models.
Price Range Variability
Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, BMW M3 insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $460 for your basic liability-only policy to a high rate of $3,842 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city has a significant impact on insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have more infrequent physical damage claims than congested cities.
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More Rate Information
The chart below illustrates estimated BMW M3 insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $988
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save around $272 each year
- The average price for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,766
- Buying low deductibles increases the price to $2,304
- Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $3,842 or more
- Policy cost to insure a teen driver may cost $6,388
Insurance rates for a BMW M3 also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your risk profile, and the trim level of your M3.
Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $810 each year, whereas increasing liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $358 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,600 every 12 months on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay upwards of $6,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at a minimum $2,100 to $2,800 additional every year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost anywhere from 44% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates
Your home state also has a big influence on BMW M3 insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,160 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or at least $2,390 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,598 | -$168 | -9.5% |
| Alaska | $1,356 | -$410 | -23.2% |
| Arizona | $1,468 | -$298 | -16.9% |
| Arkansas | $1,766 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $2,014 | $248 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $1,688 | -$78 | -4.4% |
| Connecticut | $1,818 | $52 | 2.9% |
| Delaware | $2,000 | $234 | 13.3% |
| Florida | $2,210 | $444 | 25.1% |
| Georgia | $1,632 | -$134 | -7.6% |
| Hawaii | $1,270 | -$496 | -28.1% |
| Idaho | $1,196 | -$570 | -32.3% |
| Illinois | $1,320 | -$446 | -25.3% |
| Indiana | $1,330 | -$436 | -24.7% |
| Iowa | $1,194 | -$572 | -32.4% |
| Kansas | $1,680 | -$86 | -4.9% |
| Kentucky | $2,412 | $646 | 36.6% |
| Louisiana | $2,616 | $850 | 48.1% |
| Maine | $1,092 | -$674 | -38.2% |
| Maryland | $1,458 | -$308 | -17.4% |
| Massachusetts | $1,414 | -$352 | -19.9% |
| Michigan | $3,070 | $1,304 | 73.8% |
| Minnesota | $1,480 | -$286 | -16.2% |
| Mississippi | $2,120 | $354 | 20.0% |
| Missouri | $1,570 | -$196 | -11.1% |
| Montana | $1,900 | $134 | 7.6% |
| Nebraska | $1,394 | -$372 | -21.1% |
| Nevada | $2,120 | $354 | 20.0% |
| New Hampshire | $1,276 | -$490 | -27.7% |
| New Jersey | $1,976 | $210 | 11.9% |
| New Mexico | $1,566 | -$200 | -11.3% |
| New York | $1,862 | $96 | 5.4% |
| North Carolina | $1,018 | -$748 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,448 | -$318 | -18.0% |
| Ohio | $1,220 | -$546 | -30.9% |
| Oklahoma | $1,818 | $52 | 2.9% |
| Oregon | $1,618 | -$148 | -8.4% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,686 | -$80 | -4.5% |
| Rhode Island | $2,358 | $592 | 33.5% |
| South Carolina | $1,602 | -$164 | -9.3% |
| South Dakota | $1,492 | -$274 | -15.5% |
| Tennessee | $1,548 | -$218 | -12.3% |
| Texas | $2,130 | $364 | 20.6% |
| Utah | $1,308 | -$458 | -25.9% |
| Vermont | $1,210 | -$556 | -31.5% |
| Virginia | $1,058 | -$708 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,366 | -$400 | -22.7% |
| West Virginia | $1,622 | -$144 | -8.2% |
| Wisconsin | $1,224 | -$542 | -30.7% |
| Wyoming | $1,574 | -$192 | -10.9% |

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to do a rate comparison from as many companies as possible. Every auto insurance company utilizes a different rate formula, and rates will be varied.
Insurance Rates by Trim Level and Model Year
| Model and Trim | Annual Premium | Monthly Premium |
|---|---|---|
| BMW M3 4-Dr Sedan | $1,682 | $140 |
| BMW M3 CI 2-Dr Coupe | $1,810 | $151 |
| BMW M3 2-Dr Convertible | $1,810 | $151 |
Rates assume 2023 model year, a 40-year-old male driver with no accidents or violations, $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, minimum liability limits, and uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage included. Rates are for comparison only and are averaged for all 50 U.S. states.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 BMW M3 | $424 | $810 | $390 | $1,782 |
| 2023 BMW M3 | $406 | $804 | $398 | $1,766 |
| 2022 BMW M3 | $394 | $784 | $416 | $1,752 |
| 2021 BMW M3 | $380 | $752 | $430 | $1,720 |
| 2020 BMW M3 | $358 | $726 | $442 | $1,684 |
| 2019 BMW M3 | $344 | $674 | $452 | $1,628 |
| 2018 BMW M3 | $332 | $634 | $456 | $1,580 |
| 2017 BMW M3 | $318 | $568 | $460 | $1,504 |
| 2016 BMW M3 | $296 | $522 | $460 | $1,436 |
| 2015 BMW M3 | $286 | $490 | $464 | $1,398 |
| 2013 BMW M3 | $258 | $424 | $474 | $1,314 |
| 2012 BMW M3 | $252 | $386 | $478 | $1,274 |
| 2011 BMW M3 | $234 | $354 | $474 | $1,220 |
| 2010 BMW M3 | $220 | $320 | $474 | $1,172 |
| 2009 BMW M3 | $214 | $288 | $468 | $1,128 |
| 2008 BMW M3 | $210 | $282 | $460 | $1,110 |
| 2006 BMW M3 | $190 | $254 | $446 | $1,048 |
| 2005 BMW M3 | $182 | $242 | $442 | $1,024 |
Rates are averaged for all BMW M3 models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.
How to Shop for Cheap BMW M3 Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on BMW M3 insurance consists of being a low-risk driver, having above-average credit, being claim-free, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Set aside time to shop around once a year by quoting rates from direct insurance companies, and also from several local insurance agents.
The items below are a brief summary of the data that was raised in the charts and tables above.
- It is possible to save as much as $220 per year simply by quoting online in advance
- Drivers who require more liability coverage will pay around $440 annually to raise from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level
- Teen drivers pay higher rates, possibly costing $532 each month if full coverage is included
- High-risk drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations pay on average $2,080 more each year to insure their M3
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $6,388 |
| 20 | $4,104 |
| 30 | $1,864 |
| 40 | $1,766 |
| 50 | $1,610 |
| 60 | $1,580 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,304 |
| $250 | $2,054 |
| $500 | $1,766 |
| $1,000 | $1,494 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,766 |
| 50/100 | $1,890 |
| 100/300 | $1,989 |
| 250/500 | $2,248 |
| 100 CSL | $1,929 |
| 300 CSL | $2,148 |
| 500 CSL | $2,308 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $9,180 |
| 20 | $6,530 |
| 30 | $3,952 |
| 40 | $3,842 |
| 50 | $3,666 |
| 60 | $3,636 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles, two speeding tickets, and one at-fault accident
If a financial responsibility filing is required, the additional charge below may also apply.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $96 |
| Multi-vehicle | $92 |
| Homeowner | $24 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $141 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $116 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $88 |
| Advance Quote | $92 |
| Online Quote | $129 |
| Total Discounts | $778 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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