BMW M3 Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a BMW M3 are $1,766 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $406, collision costs $804, and liability insurance costs $398. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $460 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $3,842. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $6,388 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,766
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Full coverage includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and for all M3 models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the average driver, prices range go from as cheap as $460 for just liability coverage to the much higher price of $3,842 for high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
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Detailed Rate Analysis
The chart below shows estimated BMW M3 insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $988
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $272 a year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,766
- Using pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $2,304
- High risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,842 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage can cost $6,388 a year
Car insurance rates for a BMW M3 can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your M3, your driver profile, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,600 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged in the ballpark of $6,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying anywhere from $2,100 to $2,800 extra per year, depending on your age. BMW M3 insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 44% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $810 each year, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $358 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in BMW M3 insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,170 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or be forced to pay as much as $2,520 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.
| 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% |

With so much variability in rates, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates from as many companies as possible. Every company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes can be significantly different between companies.
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 Buy More Affordable BMW M3 Insurance
Saving money on BMW M3 insurance not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having a good credit score, eliminating unneeded coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Spend time shopping around every couple of years by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.
The items below are a summary of the material that was touched on above.
- Drivers who purchase more liability coverage will pay an extra $440 each year to go from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
- Teen drivers pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing as high as $532 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- High-risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations pay on average $2,080 more per year to insure their M3
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $800 each year
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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