Mazda Mazda6 vs BMW M3 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2006 catalog dimensions. Mazda Mazda6 · BMW M3
- Length186.8 in – 187.8 in
- Height56.7 in – 57.3 in
- Wheelbase105.3 in
- Curb weight3,091 lb – 3,461 lb
- Width70.1 in
- BMW M3 width70.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: BMW M3 is 10.5 in shorter (187.3 in vs 176.8 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Mazda Mazda6 is 3.1 in taller (57.0 in vs 53.9 in)
- Wheelbase: BMW M3 has a 2.2 in longer wheelbase (105.3 in vs 107.5 in)
- Curb weight: BMW M3 is 322 lb heavier (3,276 lb vs 3,598 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: BMW M3 is 322 lb heavier (3,276 lb vs 3,598 lb)
- Length: BMW M3 is 10.5 in shorter (187.3 in vs 176.8 in)
- Height: Mazda Mazda6 is 3.1 in taller (57.0 in vs 53.9 in)
- Wheelbase: BMW M3 has a 2.2 in longer wheelbase (105.3 in vs 107.5 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageBMW M3 — BMW M3 is shorter by 10.5 in Check garage fit for Mazda Mazda6 · garage fit for BMW M3
- Smaller exterior footprintBMW M3 — Based on length × width (BMW M3)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Mazda Mazda6 | BMW M3 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 187.3 in | 176.8 in | 10.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 53.9 in | 3.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 107.5 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3,276 lb | 3,598 lb | 322 lb |
Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range (e.g. length 186.8 in – 187.8 in).
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