M3 is powered by a S58 twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six engine, which produces a whopping 473 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque in standard form.
This iconic, legendary sport sedan pairs its engine with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission that drives on rear wheels exclusively. Those who crave speed can go from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 4.1 seconds and the car reaches a top speed of 180 mph.
Upgrade to the M3 Competition trim level and your engine output will rise to 504 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. The Competition is only offered in automatic transmission, but BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system does become available.
Considering the car’s sporty performance, its fuel economy isn’t all that bad, earning 16 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway, regardless of which transmission is selected.
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