BMW M3 G80 Sedan (2020)
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The G80 M3 and M3 Competition are the high-performance variants of the G20 BMW 3-series Sedans. They feature a similar front-end design as the new G22 4-series coupe and the G82 M4. For the first time in M3 history, a new all-wheel drive system is available for the M3 Competition.
The M3 comes with a 6-speed manual transmission, while the M3 Competition is available exclusively with an 8-speed automatic. The rear-wheel-biased xDrive system has 4WD, 4WD Sport, and 2WD options, though the RWD mode requires the deactivation of stability control.
The new M Compound brakes come as standard, while M Carbon ceramic brakes are optional.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 77% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great S58 engine
- Good performance
- Very high price
Cons
- Very ugly front end
What external reviewers found***
External score 76% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Fantastic all-wheel-drive system
- Great infotainment system
- Good infotainment
- Impressive handling
- Impressive performance
- Gorgeous interior
Cons
- Poor traction control
- Lacklustre AWD
- Not as fast as regular M3
- No adaptive cruise control
- Not as powerful as the M4
- No four-wheel drive option
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Specifications
| M3 | M3 Competition | M3 Competition xDrive | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Capacity | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cargo Capacity | 480 L / 17.0 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.0 L / 7.4 qt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Capacity | 59.0 L / 15.6 gal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 505 kg / 1113 lbs | 480 kg / 1058 lbs | 480 kg / 1058 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Steering Ratio | 15 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | MacPherson strut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | Front wheel tires: 275/40 ZR18 103Y XL Rear wheel tires: 285/35 ZR19 103Y XL | Front wheel tires: 275/40 ZR18 103Y XL Rear wheel tires: 285/35 ZR19 103Y XL | Front wheel tires: 275/35 R19 Rear wheel tires: 285/30 R20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 12.2 m / 40.0 ft | 12.2 m / 40.0 ft | 12.6 m / 41.3 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Capacity | 70 Ah | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 4-door Sedan | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm / 4.7 in | 120 mm / 4.7 in | 122 mm / 4.8 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1433 mm / 56.4 in | 1433 mm / 56.4 in | 1434 mm / 56.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4794 mm / 188.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1903 mm / 74.9 in | 2068 mm / 81.4 in (mirror unfolded) | 1903 mm / 74.9 in | 2068 mm / 81.4 in (mirror unfolded) | 1903 mm / 74.9 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1617.0 mm / 63.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1605.0 mm / 63.2 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 1705.0 kg / 3758.9 lbs | 1730.0 kg / 3814.0 lbs | 1780.0 kg / 3924.2 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 10.5J x 19 | Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 10.5J x 19 | Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 10.5J x 20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2857 mm / 112.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 4.2 sec | 3.9 sec | 3.5 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 4.0 sec | 3.7 sec | 3.3 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 Emission | 248 g/km | 234 g/km | 228 ~ 231 g/km | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coefficient Of Drag | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0.34 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Economy | 10.8 L/100km / 21.8 MPG (combined) | 15.6 L/100km / 15.1 MPG (urban) | 8.0 L/100km / 29.4 MPG (highway) | 10.2 L/100km / 23.1 MPG (combined) | 14.6 L/100km / 16.1 MPG (urban) | 7.6 L/100km / 31.0 MPG (highway) | 10.0 L/100km / 23.5 MPG (combined) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Emission Standard | Euro 6d | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | S58B30T0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Bore | 84.0 mm / 3.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Displacement | 3.0 L / 182.6 cu-in / 2993.0 cc | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Power | 480.0 hp / 357.9 kW @ 6250 rpm | 510.0 hp / 380.3 kW @ 6250 rpm | 510.0 hp / 380.3 kW @ 6250 rpm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Specific Output | 160.4 hp/L / 2.6 hp/cu-in | 170.4 hp/L / 2.8 hp/cu-in | 170.4 hp/L / 2.8 hp/cu-in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Stroke | 90.0 mm / 3.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Torque | 550 Nm / 405.7 lb-ft @ 2650-6130 rpm | 650 Nm / 479.4 lb-ft @ 2750-5500 rpm | 650 Nm / 479.4 lb-ft @ 2750-5500 rpm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Type | Twin-scroll turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder | Twin-scroll turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder | Twin-scroll turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 engine with 4 values per cylinder | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Capacity | 59 L | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Gears | 6-speed | 8-speed | 8-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Type | Manual | Automatic Steptronic | Automatic M Steptronic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2020 | 2020 | 2021 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Debut | 2020-09-23 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Made In | Germany | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 76%In xDrive form, the M3 costs from £78,425 – a £2765 premium over the regular saloon. The system adds 55kg to the car, making the kerb weight 1780kg. The engine is strong, with a little lag at low revs but eager to rev out, and snarly while it does it.
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Pros
- Powerful engine
- Comfortable to drive
- Good infotainment
Cons
- Not as fast as regular M3
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 79%The BMW M3 remains a driver's car of excellent quality. BMW has sensitively and thoughtfully applied new technology to the M3 throughout its generations. These new cars continue that trend, while also blending comfort with their explosive performance. Under the bonnet, a familiar tale is played out in the form of 3.0-litre, turbocharged straight-six power.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Gorgeous looks
- Impressive performance
Cons
- Not as powerful as the M4
- More expensive than M4
autoexpress[3]
Reviewer score 82%The M3 xDrive system is unique to both the M3 and M4 Coupe. Power is sent solely to the rear wheels until a loss of traction is detected. You can also select a drive mode which exclusively sends all 503bhp and 650Nm to the back axle. Top speed is limited to 155mph, although an optional M Driver's Package lifts that to 180mph.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fantastic infotainment system
- Impressive handling
Cons
- Ride feels too firm
- No four-wheel drive option
carmagazine[4]
Reviewer score 80%The new M3 can carry quantifiably more speed into a corner than before. Like the M2 CS, the latest M3 is fitted with a forgiving clutch and an undemanding gearbox. M xDrive will next year be available in combination with the more powerful M3/M4 derivatives, but the bottom-rung beast remains rear-drive only.
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Pros
- Fantastic all-wheel-drive system
- Impressive infotainment system
Cons
- Lacklustre AWD
- No automatic gearbox
cnet[5]
Reviewer score 72%The 2021 BMW M3 Competition is a true driver's car, even if its steering could be improved. The steering may be dull, but the car feels lively, like you can easily make it rotate with a tap of your right foot. This BMW's interior is roomier than you might expect and it's pretty luxurious.
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Pros
- Gorgeous interior
- Impressive infotainment system
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Awful steering
- Poor traction control
cnet[6]
Reviewer score 67%The M3 uses a version of the brake-by-wire system that you'll find in the 8 Series. Most of the interior touchpoints carry over from the 330i and M340i to the M3. The base M3 starts at $70,895 including $995 for destination.
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Pros
- Gorgeous looks
- Great infotainment system
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Brake-by-wire system isn't as good as rivals
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References
- ^ BMW M3 xDrive 2021 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/m3-competition/first-drives/bmw-m3-xdrive-2021-review. 2021-10-26. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
- ^ New BMW M3 Competition prototype review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/3-series/352646/new-bmw-m3-competition-prototype-review. 2020-07-01. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ New BMW M3 Competition xDrive 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/3-series/356592/new-bmw-m3-competition-xdrive-2021-review. 2021-11-16. Retrieved 2021-11-19.
- ^ 2021 BMW M3 protoype review: tested on track. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/m3/. 2020-06-30. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ 2021 BMW M3 Competition review: Champing at the bit. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2021-bmw-m3-competition-sedan-review/. 2021-05-21. Retrieved 2021-05-22.
- ^ 2021 BMW M3 first drive review: Redemption through performance. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2021-bmw-m3-preview/. 2021-03-15. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
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