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BMW M3 F80 Sedan (2014-2020)

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Product Overview

BMW M3 F80 is a high-performance compact executive sedan in production from 2014 to 2020. Based on the F30 3 Series, it is powered by the S55 (S55B30T0) bi-turbo inline-6 engine that displaced 3.0 liters.
Unlike previous M3s, the F80 generation received its unique codename (F80). BMW also introduced multiple output levels, with the standard M3 serving dual-purpose use and the Competition version being highly track-focused.
Still, the F80 uses MacPherson front suspension, as the chassis is after all based on the F30, which uses simple struts.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 79% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Aggressive styling
  • Down to great 3.9s 0-100kph time
  • Good power output from an I6
Cons
  • Limited by MacPherson strut suspensions
  • Drivetrain a bit too aggressive

What external reviewers found***

External score 66% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent handling
  • Impressive handling and handling
  • Impressive dynamics
  • Punchy, punchy V8
Cons
  • Lacklustre infotainment
  • Not the most fun to drive
  • Lacks subtlety
  • M’s limits are too high
  • Lack of subtlety
  • Sub-4.0sec 0-62mph on paper
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Specifications

MTDCTCompetition MTCompetition DCTCS

Capacity

Cargo Capacity480 L / 17.0 cu-ft480 L / 17.0 cu-ft480 L / 17.0 cu-ft480 L / 17.0 cu-ft445 L / 15.7 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity13.9 L / 14.7 qt
Engine Oil Capacity6.5 L / 6.9 qt
Fuel Capacity60.0 L / 15.9 gal
Passengers5
Payload580 kg / 1279 lbs540 kg / 1190 lbs565 kg / 1246 lbs540 kg / 1190 lbs515 kg / 1135 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size255/40 ZR18 95Y, 275/40 ZR18 99Y255/40 ZR18 95Y, 275/40 ZR18 99Y265/30 ZR20 94Y, 285/30 ZR20 99Y265/30 ZR20 94Y, 285/30 ZR20 99Y265/35 ZR 19 98Y, 285/30 ZR 20 99Y
Turning Circle12.2 m / 40.0 ft

Construction

Body Style4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Ground Clearance120 mm / 4.7 in120 mm / 4.7 in120 mm / 4.7 in120 mm / 4.7 in119 mm / 4.7 in
Size | Height1424 mm / 56.1 in1424 mm / 56.1 in1431 mm / 56.3 in1431 mm / 56.3 in1424 mm / 56.1 in
Size | Length4671 mm / 183.9 in
Size | Width1877 mm / 73.9 in | 2037 mm / 80.2 in (mirror unfolded)1877 mm / 73.9 in | 2037 mm / 80.2 in (mirror unfolded)1877 mm / 73.9 in | 2037 mm / 80.2 in (mirror unfolded)1877 mm / 73.9 in | 2037 mm / 80.2 in (mirror unfolded)1877 mm / 73.9 in
Track Width | Front1579.0 mm / 62.2 in
Track Width | Rear1603.0 mm / 63.1 in1603.0 mm / 63.1 in1604.0 mm / 63.1 in1604.0 mm / 63.1 in1604.0 mm / 63.1 in
Weight1520.0 kg / 3351.0 lbs1560.0 kg / 3439.2 lbs1535.0 kg / 3384.1 lbs1560.0 kg / 3439.2 lbs1585.0 kg / 3494.3 lbs
Wheel Size9.0J x 18, 10.0J x 189.0J x 18, 10.0J x 189.0J x 20, 10.0J x 209.0J x 20, 10.0J x 209J x 19, 10J x 20
Wheelbase2812 mm / 110.7 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h4.3 sec4.1 sec4.2 sec4.0 sec3.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph4.1 sec3.9 sec4.0 sec3.8 sec3.7 sec
CO2 Emission204 g/km194 g/km204 g/km194 g/km194 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.340.340.340.340.36
Fuel Economy8.8 L/100km / 26.7 MPG (combined) | 12.0 L/100km / 19.6 MPG (urban) | 6.9 L/100km / 34.1 MPG (highway)8.3 L/100km / 28.3 MPG (combined) | 11.1 L/100km / 21.2 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)8.8 L/100km / 26.7 MPG (combined) | 12.0 L/100km / 19.6 MPG (urban) | 6.9 L/100km / 34.1 MPG (highway)8.3 L/100km / 28.3 MPG (combined) | 11.1 L/100km / 21.2 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)8.3 L/100km / 28.3 MPG (combined) | 11.1 L/100km / 21.2 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)
Top Speed250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph280.0 km/h / 174.0 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6
EngineS55B30
Engine | Bore84.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.2:1
Engine | Displacement3.0 L / 181.8 cu-in / 2979.0 cc
Engine | Power431.0 hp / 321.4 kW @ 5500-7300 rpm431.0 hp / 321.4 kW @ 5500-7300 rpm450.0 hp / 335.6 kW @ 7000 rpm450.0 hp / 335.6 kW @ 7000 rpm460.0 hp / 343.0 kW @ 6250 rpm
Engine | Specific Output144.7 hp/L / 2.4 hp/cu-in144.7 hp/L / 2.4 hp/cu-in151.1 hp/L / 2.5 hp/cu-in151.1 hp/L / 2.5 hp/cu-in154.4 hp/L / 2.5 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke89.6 mm / 3.5 in
Engine | Torque550 Nm / 405.7 lb-ft @ 1850-5500 rpm550 Nm / 405.7 lb-ft @ 1850-5500 rpm550 Nm / 405.7 lb-ft @ 1850-5500 rpm550 Nm / 405.7 lb-ft @ 1850-5500 rpm600 Nm / 442.5 lb-ft @ 4000-5380 rpm
Engine | TypeTwin-scroll turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed7-speed6-speed7-speed7-speed
Transmission | TypeManualDouble clutch transmission (DCT)ManualDouble clutch transmission (DCT)Double clutch transmission (DCT)

Production

Availability2014 ~ 20202014 ~ 20202016 ~ 20202016 ~ 20202018
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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 72%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The M3 CS is the most rewarding product M Division currently offers. It is a deadly serious product, less affordable or playful or extroverted than an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio or Mercedes-AMG C63 S. With all that balance and grip, this car’s limits are stratospherically high – too high, perhaps.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Punchy, punchy engine
  • Impressive dynamics
  • Excellent handling
Cons
  • M’s limits are too high
  • Not the most fun to drive

autocar[2]

Reviewer score 48%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
BMW claims the adoption of a slightly smaller front wheel than the M3 Competition Pack is to the improvement of steering and handling response. Despite the extra 37lb ft of torque on offer and the fact that it’s a sub-4.0sec 0-62mph prospect on paper, the CS still doesn’t feel that quick. An asking price as close to £90,000 as this would make the CS hard to justify.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Punchy, punchy V8
  • Impressive handling and handling
Cons
  • Sub-4.0sec 0-62mph on paper
  • Lacklustre infotainment

autoexpress[3]

Reviewer score 80%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The current BMW M3 is a car for sale today that can back up its illustrious history with a great drive. Sharp steering and rock-solid body control allow you to take liberties with the chassis and lean hard on the incredible grip levels. The closest rivals to the M3 currently available are the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and the Mercedes-AMG C 63. Prices start from around £60,000, with the DCT gearbox adding £2,500 to the price.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Impressive handling
  • Excellent handling
Cons
  • Lack of subtlety
  • Lacks subtlety

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References

  1. ^ BMW M3 CS 2018 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/m3/first-drives/bmw-m3-cs-2018-review. 2018-05-20. Retrieved 2022-02-14.
  2. ^ BMW M3 CS 2018 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/m3/first-drives/bmw-m3-cs-2018-uk-review. 2018-07-04. Retrieved 2022-02-14.
  3. ^ BMW M3 (2014-2018) review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/3-series/m3-saloon. 2019-09-11. Retrieved 2022-02-14.

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