BMW M3 Insurance Rates

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The average insurance rates for a BMW M3 are $1,766 a year for full coverage. 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. Teenage 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:

Comprehensive $406
Collision $804
Liability $398

Rate estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and M3 models.

Price Range Variability

For the average driver, BMW M3 insurance rates go from the low end price of $460 for just liability coverage to a high rate of $3,842 for high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $460
Full Coverage $1,766
High Risk $3,842

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city has a significant impact on car insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have lower incidents of accident claims than densely populated cities.

The graphic below illustrates how location impacts car insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,325
Small Cities $1,854
Large Cities $2,384

The examples above show why all drivers should compare rates quotes based on a specific location, rather than relying on average rates.

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Detailed Rate Analysis

The chart below shows estimated BMW M3 insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The best discount rate is $988
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save around $272 a year
  • The estimated price for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,766
  • Using low deductibles bumps up the cost to $2,304
  • Higher-risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $3,842 or more
  • Policy cost that insures a teen driver may cost $6,388

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BMW M3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage BMW M3 insurance rates range from $988 to $6,388

Insurance rates for a BMW M3 also range considerably based on the trim level and model year, how you drive, and policy deductibles and limits.

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused an accident, you could be 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 a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles could pay as little as $1,600 every 12 months on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even teens with perfect driving records should be prepared to pay upwards of $6,300 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state also has a big influence on BMW M3 insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,170 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or be forced to pay as much as $2,520 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

BMW M3 Insurance Rates by State
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%

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BMW M3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $810 each year, whereas increasing liability limits will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $358 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know exactly what you will pay is to do a rate comparison from as many companies as possible. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, and rates will be varied.

Insurance Rates by Trim Level and Model Year

BMW M3 Insurance Rates by Model and Trim Level
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.

BMW M3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 Find the Best BMW M3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on BMW M3 insurance consists of being a low-risk driver, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Compare prices every couple of years by quoting rates from direct carriers, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The items below are a brief recap of the material that was touched on above.

  • Drivers who require more liability coverage will pay an extra $440 each year to raise from a 30/60 limit to the 250/500 level
  • Teen drivers pay higher rates, costing up to $532 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • High-risk drivers who tend to receive serious violations may pay on average $2,080 more each year to insure their M3
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save approximately $800 each year

Rates by Driver Age

BMW M3 Insurance 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

BMW M3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,304
$250 $2,054
$500 $1,766
$1,000 $1,494

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

BMW M3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

BMW M3 Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $253

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
Rate after discounts $988

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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