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

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 $161,300 for the M Models M3 up to $249,900 for the M Models M3 CS.

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

BMW M Models Price and Specs

The price range for the BMW M Models varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $121,700 and going to $273,600 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.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 Coupe 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $121,700 $183,100
2024 Sedan 3.0L, —, 6 SP MAN $161,300 $273,600
2024 Wagon 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $180,100 $180,100
2024 Convertible 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $194,600 $194,600
2023 Coupe 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $113,850 $330,110
2023 Sedan 3.0L, —, 6 SP MAN $143,770 $278,850
2023 Wagon 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $166,100 $191,620
2023 Convertible 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $175,450 $209,220
2022 Coupe 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $95,040 $325,380
2022 Convertible 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $129,910 $205,370
2022 Sedan 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $139,260 $290,070
2022 Wagon 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $163,680 $188,100
2021 Coupe 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $90,200 $180,510
2021 Sedan 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $120,670 $272,580
2021 Convertible 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $124,410 $192,060
2020 Coupe 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $74,250 $280,060
2020 Sedan 4.4L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $76,010 $279,620
2020 Convertible 3.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO $105,490 $295,350
See All BMW M Models Pricing and Specs

BMW M3 Colours

There are plenty of are free colours available in the M3 Touring, including metallics, but you can pay up to $7000 for the special finishes.

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

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.

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.

BMW M Models 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 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 Sedan 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2024 Wagon 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2023 Sedan 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2023 Wagon 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2022 Sedan 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2022 Wagon 275x35 ZR19 285x30 ZR20
2021 Sedan 275x35 R19 285x30 R20
2020 Sedan 225x40 R19 19x8 inches 255x35 R19 19x8.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All BMW M3 Wheel Sizes

BMW M3 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the BMW M3 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • 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 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.

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.

BMW M Models Dimensions

The dimensions of the BMW M3 Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 Sedan 1393x1887x4794 mm 120 mm
2024 Wagon 1446x1903x4801 mm 123 mm
2023 Sedan 1393x1887x4794 mm 120 mm
2023 Wagon 1446x1903x4801 mm 123 mm
2022 Sedan 1393x1887x4794 mm 120 mm
2022 Wagon 1446x1903x4801 mm 123 mm
2021 Sedan 1433x1903x4794 mm 120 mm
2020 Sedan 1440x1827x4713 mm 130 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All BMW M3 Dimensions

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.

BMW M Models Fuel Consumption

The BMW M3 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by — and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.1L/100km for Sedan /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 Sedan 10.1L/100km 3.0L 6 SP MAN
2024 Wagon 10.4L/100km 3.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 Sedan 10.1L/100km 3.0L 6 SP MAN
2023 Sedan 10.1L/100km 3.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2023 Wagon 10.4L/100km 3.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 Wagon 10.4L/100km 3.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2022 Sedan 10.1L/100km 3.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2022 Wagon 10.4L/100km 3.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2021 Sedan 3.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2020 Sedan 7.7L/100km 3.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
* Combined fuel consumption See All BMW M3 Pricing and Specs for 2024

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 Range

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