BMW M3 E92
The only V8-powered M3 in history, defined by its screaming 8,400 rpm redline.
- Power
- 414 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.7 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $24k–$65k
About the BMW M3 E92
The E92 M3 marked a radical departure for BMW's performance icon, replacing the traditional straight-six with a high-revving 4.0-litre S65 V8 derived from the S85 V10. As the first and only production M3 to feature eight cylinders, it offers a unique motorsport-inspired soundtrack and a linear power delivery that rewards aggressive driving. The E92 Coupé features a carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic roof to lower the centre of gravity, a technology carried over from the E46 CSL. It is increasingly sought after by collectors as the final naturally aspirated M3, representing the end of an era before the transition to turbocharging.
BMW M3 E92 specs
The BMW M3 E92 produces 414 bhp (309 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | M3 |
| Generation | E92 |
| Trim | M3 Coupé |
| Years | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 65,985 built |
| Original price | About $58,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,999 cc (4.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 414 bhp (309 kW) at 8,300 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,655 kg (3,649 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 250 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a BMW M3 E92 worth?
A typical BMW M3 E92 is estimated to be worth $24,000 – $65,000 (about £18,000 – £48,000).
Its original price when new was about $58,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
BMW M3 E92 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW M3 E92 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 26 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW M3 E92 fun facts
- The S65 V8 engine weighs 202 kg, which is actually 15 kg lighter than the S54 straight-six engine used in the previous E46 M3.
- The E92 M3 Coupé was the first series-production M3 to feature a carbon-fibre roof as standard equipment.
- The engine's individual throttle bodies and high-pressure double VANOS system allow it to reach its peak power at a stratospheric 8,300 rpm.
