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    BMW M3 Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs, Interior & News

    BMW M3 Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs, Interior & News

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    $167,100

    The BMW M3 is one of the most iconic performance cars of the last 40 years, and has helped put the German company's sporting credentials on the worldwide map.

    It's morphed from being a highly strung four-cylinder rear driver to having one of the world's best naturally aspirated six cylinder engines to a hulking V8, before its current turbocharged six-cylinder guise. All the while it's maintained its rear-wheel drive layout and manual gearbox option (though it's an order-only proposition in 2017 in favour of a dual-clutch item). Prices start at $167,100 for the M Models M3 (base) up to $253,900 for the M Models M3 CS Touring Xdrive.

    It's also now available in a more focused Competition version that adds power and performance to the base four-door M3 sedan.

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    10.1L/100km (combined)
    Sedan
    6 Speed Manual
    Premium Unleaded Petrol
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    Overview
    Likes
    Brutal acceleration
    Surprisingly compliant in the city
    Boot space for days
    Dislikes
    Carbon pack a little (a lot) silly
    Thirsty as all get out
    Design a little polarising (though I like it)

    BMW M3 Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the BMW M3 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $167,100 and going to $249,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    BMW M3 Colours

    Alpine White
    BMW Individual Aventurine Red Metallic
    BMW Individual Dravit Grey Metallic
    BMW Individual Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
    BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic
    BMW Individual Frozen Pure Grey Metallic
    BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue Metallic
    BMW Individual special paintwork Frozen Black Metallic
    BMW Individual special paintwork Frozen Orange Metallic
    Black Sapphire Metallic
    M Brooklyn Grey Metallic
    M Isle of Man Green Metallic
    M Portimao Blue Metallic
    M Sao Paulo Yellow
    M Toronto Red Metallic
    Skyscraper Grey Metallic
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the BMW M3.

    BMW M3 Wheel Size

    The BMW M3 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 275x35 ZR19 for Sedan in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 9.5x19 inches.
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    BMW M3 Engine

    The M3 Touring’s engine might well be one of the best in the business - a hard-charging 3.0-litre twin-turbo-petrol inline six-cylinder engine that produces a sizeable 375kW and 650Nm.

    That power is sent to all four wheels via BMW’s M xDrive with Active M Differential.

    Shown above are engine details for the BMW M3 2023.

    BMW M3 Speed

    The M3 Touring will produce a claimed sprint to 100km/h of just 3.6 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 250km/h.

    Shown above are speed details for the BMW M3 2023.

    BMW M3 Interior

    Inside the BMW M3 Touring you get a 'BMW Live Cockpit' with a 12.3-inch Instrument Display, a 14.9-inch central screen, a head-up display, wireless device charging, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a premium Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo. You also get three-zone climate and leather seats, with heating up front.

    All up, it's a polished, premium and performance-focused place to spend time.

    Shown above are interior details for the BMW M3 2023.

    BMW M3 Accessories

    The BMW M3 Touring lists at $180,100, which isn’t chump change, and positions the wagon body shape a fair way above a regular M3 sedan.

    That said, there is plenty of equipment on a stacked standard features list.

    That includes staggered 19- and 20-inch alloys, BMW’s digital Laserlight headlights, and an automatic boot. The cabin tech is on point, and you an 'Active M Differential' and 'Adaptive M Suspension'.

    Oh, and there is lots — lots — of performance.

    Shown above are the accessory details for the BMW M3 2023.

    BMW M3 FAQs

    What is the difference between the BMW M3 and M4?

    The M3 is based on the four-door three series sedan/wagon, while the M4 is based on the two-door 4 series coupe/convertible. There is a four-door M4 Grand Coupe.

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    Audi RS3 vs BMW M3

    Obviously they’re both high performance cars that are designed to eat up the open road, but equally they have to be able to handle the pressures of day-to-day motoring. I wouldn’t like to say one is better than the other for daily use, and I wouldn’t be buying one on that basis, so go for the one that most appeals for its performance.

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    Ask Smithy Xtra Gearbox gear-up

    There are no engine issues that should cause you any concern, but it’s absolutely crucial to buy a car that has had proper maintenance including regular oil changes. Like you I find the SMG a pain to drive, and I wouldn’t own one. They can also be expensive to repair and they are known to give trouble.

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    BMW M3 Seats

    The BMW M3 Touring is a five-seat station wagon, which makes it possibly the world's angriest family car. Seating is comfy in both rows, but I would caution against the optional carbon-fibre front seats, which are less than comfortable, and impact the backseat, too.

    Shown above are seat details for the BMW M3 2023.

    BMW M3 Dimensions

    The dimensions of the BMW M3 Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    BMW M3 Fuel consumption

    The BMW M3 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.1L/100km for Sedan
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    BMW M3 Boot Space

    The M3 Touring is a wagon, which pays dividends when it comes to cargo. BMW says you'll find a minimum 500L of storage space, which grows to 1510L with the rear seat folded.

    BMW M3 Towing Capacity

    The BMW M3 has no towing capacity for the latest model available.
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    BMW M3 Range

    Range is close to 570km using BMW's official consumption figure and around 360km using CarsGuide's real-world test number.

    Shown above are range details for the BMW M3 2023.