2023-06-24 16:07:08
The sports division of BMW seems to have let go by now offering the BMW M3 Competition xDrive, a more versatile and efficient version of its sports sedan with the integration of all-wheel drive. Faster when exercising from 0 to 100 km/h than the rear-wheel-drive version. This M3 Competition xDrive in this well-muscled configuration intends to seduce with its versatility.
Video test: BMW M3 Competition xDrive
The BMW M3 has been turning heads for more than 37 years, a lot of passions and sensations, the magic recipe of the M3 still pleases as much, a sports car with even more imposing muscles. Capable of setting lap times on the circuit and taking the children to school. The last of the BMW M3 G80 is no exception to the rule, more imposing, more powerful and above all even more technological, the BMW M3 Competition xDrive keeps its beautiful melody, under the hood the 6-cylinder engine delivers 510 horsepower, an M3 that pushes back the laws of physics for our greatest pleasure.
An imposing musculature
With its imposing front face, its bodybuilt kit, it impresses on the open road. Wider than a BMW 3 series, the BMW M3 shows its muscles. This particular configuration deserves a little more attention. The color flatters the eye, a shade signed BMW Individual called “Mora Metallic” recalls the old “Violine” colors of the old BMW E36.
Fitted with large sneakers, 19-inch rims at the front and 20-inch at the rear, the most surprising thing is reading the width of the rear tires, 285 mm wide to adhere to the bitumen. The show continues on the rear part with its 4 huge exhaust outlets, this M3 does not go unnoticed. On closer inspection, this M3 incorporates many carbon elements, moreover in the catalog, the customization possibilities are multiple.
An interior: technological, sporty, luxurious
The interior is as spectacular as a weight room in an upscale Parisian neighborhood. With its firm carbon shell bucket seats. The sportiness is felt with these multiple carbon part inserts placed throughout the cabin. The M Sport steering wheel and the paddles are also in carbon, the belt in Motorsport colours, are all elements that demonstrate the racing spirit of this family M3.
The finish and the quality of the materials are up to expectations. The whole flatters the eye once again, a cabin that also exudes luxury with this leather upholstery. The technological side is not neglected, however, with this huge touch screen that covers the dashboard, there are many driving aids (360 camera, lane keeping, adaptive cruise control, etc.).
Note, the carbon roof is offered as standard, but it is possible to obtain the sunroof which brings more light and once again underlines the beauty of the leather/carbon seats.
Driving: personality disorder
By reading the data sheet, this M3 Competition xDrive is equipped with a 6-cylinder engine in line 3.0 biturbo developing the trifle of 510 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque.
This M3 rolls mechanics, it is the most powerful on this sixth generation. Despite its weight of 1865 kg. This bodybuilt sedan with a very sporty pedigree adapts to the moods of its driver. Beware of personality disorder, this M3 turns into a devil when the M2 driving mode is pressed.
BMW M3 Competition xDrive: a thrilling sedan
In terms of performance, the M3 shows its fangs, thus 100 km/h is reached in just 3.5 seconds and its maximum speed of 290 km/h shows that this BMW M3 Competition xDrive is a very fast sedan!
In sporty driving, this M3 pushes the limits of physics, the sensations are incredible at the wheel, the sound of the engine and the exhaust add to the pleasure of driving. The steering is surgical, the adjustable suspensions transfigure the behavior, an incredibly efficient chassis, it is almost too easy to drive this hormone-fed sedan.
The ZF gearbox perfectly manages the changes of mood of its driver, the engine responds instantly, the bite of the steel brakes is imperturbable despite a total weight close to 1860 kg.
A customizable chassis down to the smallest detail
On the market, few models offer control of the chassis settings. Motorsport engineers seem to be listening to owners. The customization is almost limitless, no need to obtain an engineering degree, the M1 and M2 setting modes allow you to customize the chassis, suspensions, steering, engine response, gear change times, sound of the car in detail. ‘exhaust…
An M3 that hides its game well
Versatile, this car is capable of taking you on vacation, to work, and even to pick up your baguette while achieving excellent lap times on circuit days. This sixth generation of M3 proves to be versatile with this xDrive all-wheel drive.
In terms of consumption, the consequence of your driving behavior will have a direct impact on consumption. It is possible to go below the 9 liters per 100 km mark as well as easily exceed the 25 liters mark. A great misconduct which is also judged on autonomy. In dynamic driving, a full 59 liters of gasoline can reach 450 km up to 650 km in softer driving, something difficult behind the wheel of this M3.
A super-powerful all-purpose sedan!
The BMW M3 G80 is a (very) desirable sports car that still inspires dreams. A sedan capable of taking the small family peacefully on vacation as well as being able to do lap times on the track alongside other equally sporty models. A generation that left its mark, both in terms of its power and its efficiency. To afford this powerful tool, prices start around €115,000 excluding penalties. This model reaches 140,000€ by checking several optional packs. For larger families, there is also the BMW M3 Touring for anyone who loves sporty station wagons.
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