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Do BMW M Cars Really Hold Their Value Better in 2026?
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An oft-repeated mantra of M car owners (and to-be M car owners) is that the M version will hold value better, ostensibly due to enthusiast appeal, lower production numbers, and overall desirability.
We consult the data from iSeeCars and find out how much value M cars lose over five years compared to base, non-M counterparts.
M3 vs. BMW 3 SeriesThe M3: a cornerstone of the BMW M lineup and institution for driver and machine connectivity.
X3 M vs. BMW X3The X3 M is another case where the M version comes out ahead.
X5 M vs. BMW X5The X5 M also manages to outperform its more sensible sibling, although not by much.