BMW

BMW M3 Specifications

The BMW M3 is the high-performance 3 Series, offered as sedan or Touring in selected markets.

Vehicle specifications

Transmission

6-speed manual or 8-speed M Steptronic automatic

Seating capacity

2, 4 or 5 depending on model

Engine displacement

2.0 to 4.4 L

Fuel type

Petrol

Fuel tank or battery

52–68 L

Cylinders

4, 6 or 8 cylinders

Drivetrain

Rear- or M xDrive all-wheel drive

Generation: Early generations
Model years: 1986–2015
Notes: High-performance derivatives of core series with naturally aspirated or turbo engines.

Engine type: BMW M TwinPower Turbo or naturally aspirated petrol in earlier generations
Displacement: 2.0 to 4.4 L
Cylinders: 4, 6 or 8 cylinders
Maximum power: Approximately 189–635 hp
Maximum torque

Notes

BMW M TwinPower Turbo engines, M Steptronic and M xDrive options.

Approximately 245–850 Nm

Fuel

Petrol

Suspension: Independent sports suspension with adaptive M setup on selected trims
Brakes: Large ventilated discs, with optional compound M brakes