Head-to-head
2026 BMW 3 Series vs 2026 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 88.5 to 61.9, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The BMW 3 Series is ahead on performance and safety.
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2026 BMW 3 Series
The 2026 BMW 3 Series is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the 330i Sedan, is EPA-rated at…
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The 2026 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Toyota Camry
Clear winThe Toyota Camry wins clearly, 88.5 to 61.9, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The BMW 3 Series is ahead on performance and safety.
Tech & comfort 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 83.9
Price 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 61.3
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 50.6
| Category · weight | 2026 BMW 3 Seriesoverall 61.9 | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 88.5 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 38.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 49.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 90.8 | 77.9 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 92.9 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 48 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 16.1 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 61.9 | 88.5 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
BMW 3 Series: base trim M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Toyota Camry wins
- It lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 6.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (31 points against 5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $46,100 lower ($29,100 against $75,200 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 BMW 3 Series answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 133 filed with NHTSA).
- It turns out 398 lb-ft of torque against 163.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $75,200 | $29,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,998 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Inline 6-cylinder TwinPower Turbo with 48-volt mild hybrid | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 386 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 2.81 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | 8-speed STEPTRONIC | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 186 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 16.9 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 38.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,008 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,008 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic function | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.7 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8 in | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/40 R19 | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.6 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
105 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View in low-speed drive and reverse, and Curb View | std | — |
| Rear View Camera | std | — |
| Active Park Distance Control | std | — |
| Active Park Distance Control | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Eight airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | — | std |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Parking Assistance Package | std | — |
| Parking Assistant Plus | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | — | std |
Infotainment14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility | — | std |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| BMW Curved Display with Head-Up Display | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | std | — |
| Premium Package | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| Convenience Package — includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener, Smart Key System on front doors, and power-adjustable driver's seat | — | opt |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | — | opt |
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| 6-way manual front driver's seat | — | std |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Cold Weather Package — includes heated leather steering wheel and heated front seats | — | opt |
| Extended Merino Leather Upholstery | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | opt |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Carbon Fiber Interior Trim | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | — | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Front seatback pockets | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior30 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | — | opt |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | — | std |
| 19-inch M Dual-spoke Bicolor Black 792M wheels | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Adaptive Full LED Lights | std | — |
| All-Season Runflat Tires | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| BMW Individual Paint | std | — |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Extended Shadowline Trim | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | — | std |
| LED combination taillights | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| M Performance Exhaust | std | — |
| M Performance Rear Spoiler in Carbon Fiber | std | — |
| M Shadowline Lights | std | — |
| M Sport Package Professional | std | — |
| Shadowline Package | std | — |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | — | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive | std | — |
| 8-speed Steptronic transmission | std | — |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
| TwinPower Turbo and 48-volt mild hybrid technology | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| M Sport Brakes | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPBMW 3 Series
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Tires (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 133 · 12 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (40), Unspecified (25), Power Train (18)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75,200 (base trim) | $29,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $75,200 1 trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | 330i xDrive Sedan | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 29 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,850 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 BMW 3 Series or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 88.5 to 61.9, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The BMW 3 Series is ahead on performance and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Camry scores 88.5 and the 2026 BMW 3 Series 61.9. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 BMW 3 Series or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Toyota Camry starts lower — $29,100 against $75,200, a gap of $46,100 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 BMW 3 Series or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
2026 BMW 3 Series: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 BMW 3 Series and the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry wins: it lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 6, lists more comfort and tech equipment (31 points against 5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and starts $46,100 lower ($29,100 against $75,200 base MSRP). Where the 2026 BMW 3 Series answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 133 filed with NHTSA) and turns out 398 lb-ft of torque against 163. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.