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BMW M3 Sedan and M3 Competition Sedan Media Information
This document provides detailed media information for the BMW M3 Sedan and the M3 Competition Sedan. It covers body dimensions, weight distribution, luggage capacity, and aerodynamic properties (Cd x A). The power unit section details the engine technology, including M TwinPower Turbo, VALVETRONIC, and Double-VANOS systems, along with specific output and torque figures for both models.
Read onlineBMW M3 Competition specifications
| Length/width/height (unladen) | 4794 / 1903 / 1433 mm |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2857 mm |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity approx. | 59 l |
| Weight, unladen (M3 Sedan) | 1705 / 1780 kg |
| Max load (M3 Sedan) | 505 kg |
| Effective capacity | 2993 cc |
| Max output (M3 Sedan) | 353 kW / 480 hp at 6250 rpm |
| Max torque (M3 Sedan) | 550 Nm at 2650 – 6130 rpm |
| Max output (M3 Competition) | 375 kW / 510 hp at 6250 rpm |
| Max torque (M3 Competition) | 650 Nm at 2750 – 5500 rpm |
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h (M3 Sedan) | 4.2 s |
| Top speed (M3 Sedan) | 250 / 290 km/h |
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h (M3 Competition) | 3.9 s |
| Top speed (M3 Competition) | 250 / 290 km/h |
| Combined fuel consumption (M3 Sedan) | 10.8 l/100 km |
| CO2 emission rating (M3 Sedan) | Euro 6d |
Source: BMW M3 Sedan and M3 Competition Sedan Media Information
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What is the engine capacity of the BMW M3 Sedan?
The effective capacity is 2993 cc.
From: BMW M3 Sedan and M3 Competition Sedan Media Information
How much torque does the M3 Competition produce?
It produces a maximum of 650 Nm between 2750 and 5500 rpm.
From: BMW M3 Sedan and M3 Competition Sedan Media Information
What transmission options are available for the M3 Competition?
The M3 Competition is available with a 6-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission with Drivelogic.
What is the acceleration time for the M3 Competition xDrive?
The M3 Competition xDrive accelerates from 0-100km/h in 3.9 seconds.
