BMW i8 BMW i8 2017 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW i8 vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

BMW i8 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $74,795

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $67,807

Lowest Total Invoice: $70,220

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $62,862

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172018
Modeli83-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $143,400 $65,500
Base Invoice $134,040 $61,595
Giga World 2,000  
Full Merino Leather   2,650
Executive Package   4,100
Driving Assistance Package   500
Sunroof   0
Wood trim   0
Blind spot warning system   500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Giga World 1,840  
Full Merino Leather   2,435
Executive Package   3,770
Driving Assistance Package   460
Sunroof   0
Wood trim   0
Blind spot warning system   460
Metallic paint (extra cost)   505
Options (change) 2,000 8,300
Options (change) 1,840 7,630
Destination 995 995
Gas Tax -3,793 0
Total Price $142,602 $74,795
Total Invoice $133,082 $70,220

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW i8 dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $69,437
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $64,392
Model Year20172018
Modeli83-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine357hp I3 PiH425hp I6
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 11600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-20255/40-18
Total Price$142,602$74,795
Adjustments for Features0-1,630
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$142,602$73,165
Total Invoice$133,082$70,220
Adjustments for Features0-1,530
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$133,082$68,690

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW i8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20172018
Modeli83-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power rear side windows $200
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system $500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
3.3 kW onboard charger$0 
7 kWh battery pack$0 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Carbon fiber body structure$0 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
CD player $125
Concierge Services - 3 year subscription$150 
DVD-compatible player $0
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Text dictation$50 
Voice recorder$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Compass $0
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching $50
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,750$5,380
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,630
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,530

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW i8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20172018
Modeli83-Series
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in110.6 in
Length184.9 in182.5 in
Width76.5 in71.3 in
Height50.8 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,456 lb.3,502 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.1 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom32.4 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume4.7 ft313.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Full Merino Leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage450Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested1700136%
Total Not Requested-450-36%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Total Requested120050%
Total Not Requested120050%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.