Head-to-head
2027 BMW 3 Series vs 2027 Toyota Camry
The BMW 3 Series edges it, 83.3 to 79.6, on performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.9 and it flips.
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2027 BMW 3 Series
The 2027 BMW 3 Series is a gas midsize sedan announced by BMW in 1 trim; fueleconomy.gov has not listed this model year yet, so the specs and prices here come f…
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A2027 Toyota Camry
The 2027 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
2027 BMW 3 Series
Slight edgeThe BMW 3 Series edges it, 83.3 to 79.6, on performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.9 and it flips.
Performance 2027 BMW 3 Series leads by 61.1
Safety 2027 Toyota Camry leads by 25
| Category · weight | 2027 BMW 3 Seriesoverall 83.3 | 2027 Toyota Camryoverall 79.6 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 75 | 100 | |||||||||
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 & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 38.9 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 83.3 | 79.6 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 2 of 7 categories compared
BMW 3 Series: base trim M3 RWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.9 and the answer flips.
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 2027 BMW 3 Series wins
- It makes 473 hp against 184.
Where the 2027 Toyota Camry answers
- It lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 0.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
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.
Specifications side by side
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $79,300 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder, alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 473 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | — | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 52 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 49 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | — | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | — | 194 in |
| Overall width | — | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 38.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,450 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Steering (EPS): rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 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 | — | 16 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 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 (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57.7 in |
| Second-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
93 features · differences first, then sharedSafety23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | 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 with Brake Hold function | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Star Safety System™ — Traction Control | — | 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 |
Infotainment15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Connect® — Automatic Collision Notification. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming and Amazon Music compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Remote Connect — locate your last parked location | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — Enhanced Roadside Assistance. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | — | 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 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | 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 door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | 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 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | — | opt |
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| 6-way manual passenger front 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 |
Interior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | 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 |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | — | std |
| 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 |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior22 differ · 22 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | 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 |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | 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 |
| 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 with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Sedan | std | — |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel — Temporary | — | std |
Powertrain10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| 0-60 mph: 4.1 s | std | — |
| 23 MPG Combined | std | — |
| 3.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder | std | — |
| 473 hp | std | — |
| Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission | — | std |
| Hybrid System Net Horsepower 225 hp (FWD) / 232 hp (AWD) | — | std |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
| Rear-wheel drive | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPBMW 3 Series
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| BMW 3 SeriesM3 RWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79,300 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $79,300 1 trims | — 10 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | — | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | — | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | — | $1,200 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 1 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 BMW 3 Series or the 2027 Toyota Camry?
The BMW 3 Series edges it, 83.3 to 79.6, on performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.9 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 BMW 3 Series scores 83.3 and the 2027 Toyota Camry 79.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 BMW 3 Series or the 2027 Toyota Camry?
2027 BMW 3 Series: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Toyota Camry: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2027 BMW 3 Series and the 2027 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2027 BMW 3 Series wins: it makes 473 hp against 184. Where the 2027 Toyota Camry answers: it lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 0. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.