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BMW M3 F80

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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%

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%

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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Competition MT

Competition DCT

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External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 72% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

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.

Pros

Punchy, punchy engine
Impressive dynamics
Excellent handling

Cons

M’s limits are too high
Not the most fun to drive

autoexpress^[2]

Reviewer score 80% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autoexpress have found:

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.

Pros

Powerful engine
Impressive handling
Excellent handling

Cons

Lack of subtlety
Lacks subtlety

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References

^ BMW M3 CS 2018 review. [autocar].
^ BMW M3 (2014-2018) review. [autoexpress].

BMW M3 F80

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autocar^[1]

autoexpress^[2]