Car financing: 2002 BMW M
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.3 to 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.3 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2002 BMW M for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2002 BMW M specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.2L 6-cylinder | 4.9L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 16.3 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.3 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 335 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $25.03 | $27.48 |
2002 BMW M: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.2 L | 4.9 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 17 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 20 | 18 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,000 | US$5,500 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,006 | $5,496 |
| Dimension | M Coupe 2dr Coupe Rwd |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.03 m (159 in) |
| Width | 1.74 m (69 in) |
| Height | 1.28 m (50 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.46 m (97 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 BMW M
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 55 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (12), power train (11) and air bags (8). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V018000 | 2020-01-15 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger... |
| 14V428000 | 2018-06-11 | air bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans,... |
| 17V047000 | 2017-01-20 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2002 BMW 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323Ci, 325Ci, 330Ci, M3, 323iT, 325iT and 325xiT vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, M5, 525iT and 540iT vehicles, and 2001-2003 X5 3.0i, X5 4.4i, and X5 4.6is vehicles. These vehicles may have had a... |
| 15V318000 | 2015-05-28 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i Sedan, and 530i Sedans, and 540i and 525i Sportswagons, and 2003 X5 3.0i... |
| 13V172000 | 2013-05-02 | air bags | BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure causing the inflator... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2002 BMW M
No 2002 BMW M is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 2002 BMW M, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Recalls and complaints
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 55 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine and engine cooling, power train and air bags. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Engine and fuel
The engine is the 3.2L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 14.3 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 43 litres. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $75.09 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$5,000 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
The M in everyday use
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. At 4.03 m long, it is short. Parking on city streets is easy. The trunk holds 255 litres by the EPA's count: about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Drive it on your own roads
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the M first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Which one to look for
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $25.03 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Over to you
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2002 BMW M from us first.
Ask us about the 2002 BMW M
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 BMW M for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 BMW M
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 BMW M?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2002 BMW M before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2002 BMW M have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2002 BMW M cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,000 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5006.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.