The BMW M3 is the sports version of the BMW 3 Series, the model of the German house for the D segment. It began to be marketed in 1986 with the E30 chassis, and since then each generation has had its own M version.
We have tested this car:
Test BMW M3 DKG, you will love falling into excess (with video)The latest generation is the most technological, but it is also the first to include the turbo in the propulsion system, making its 6-cylinder in-line engine go from 420 horsepower in the E92 model to 431 in this latest generation. In addition, his weight was reduced by 70 kilograms.
Due to its aesthetic, sporty, sharp and aggressive design, it is one of the icons of the German manufacturer, as well as being one of the most recognized sports vehicles in the automotive world.
Technical characteristics of the BMW M3
All the external measurements of the BMW M3 are 4,67 meters long, 1,87 meters wide and 1,42 meters high, with a wheelbase of 2,81 meters. Despite being a purebred German sports car, this does not limit its day-to-day versatility, and it incorporates a 480-litre boot capacity. On the other hand, its fuel tank is 60 liters. His weight, 1.595 kilograms.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the BMW M3
The BMW M3 F80, the current generation, has an engine with a configuration of 6 cylinders in line, turbocharged, capable of offering 431 maximum horsepower and a torque of 550 Nm. The block is made entirely of aluminium, and has a displacement of 3 litres.
As for gearboxes, there are two options. The first is a six-speed manual gearbox, while the second is a seven-speed dual clutch called M-DCT.
The traction of the BMW M3 is rear, that is, it sends all the power to the rear wheels, an identity mark of the BMW M range.
Equipment of the BMW M3
Being the top-of-the-range version within the variants of the BMW 3 Series, the BMW M3 incorporates a long list of standard options, such as LED headlights, M active differential, M Servotronic power steering, Head Up display, M Drive system, that adjusts the steering, suspension and DSC, and standard sports suspension, among many other elements.
BMW M3 in video
BMW M3 according to EuroNCAP
The BMW M3 shares results with the BMW 3 Series, a model that successfully passed crash tests EuroNCAP, obtaining the maximum score of 5 stars. It scored 95% for adult occupant protection, 84% for child occupants, 78% for pedestrian protection and 86% for active safety. You can see its behavior in the tests by playing the following video:
Rivals of the BMW M3
The traditional rivals of the BMW M3 are the Mercedes Class C63 y Audi RS4. It's not as elegant as the Mercedes or as well-finished as the Audi, but it drives more dynamically. A newcomer rival is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Green, which has a more sporty behavior but does not quite live up to the Bavarian in terms of quality in its materials.
Highlights
- Sportsmanship
- Integrated
- ride quality
Improvable points
- Habitability in its rear seats
- Price
BMW M3 prices
The price of the BMW M3 starts from 92.358 euros, and may vary depending on the extras that we include, such as M carbide brakes or the M Driver package, which increases the maximum speed to 280 km/h.
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