The sports department of BMW seems to have let up and now offers a more versatile and efficient version of their sports sedan with integrated all-wheel drive with the BMW M3 Competition xDrive. Faster from 0 to 100 km/h training than the rear-wheel drive version. This M3 Competition xDrive in this muscular configuration wants to seduce with its versatility.
Video test: BMW M3 Competition xDrive
The BMW M3 has been causing a stir for more than 37 years, many passions and sensations, the magic recipe of the M3 still pleases just as much, a sports car with even more impressive muscles. Can do lap times on the racetrack and take the kids to school. The BMW M3 G80 is no exception, more imposing, more powerful and above all more technological, the BMW M3 Competition xDrive keeps its beautiful melody, under the hood the 6-cylinder engine delivers 510 hp, an M3 that obeys the laws of physics pushed back to our greatest pleasure.
An impressive musculature
With its imposing front end and its body builder, it impresses on the road. Wider than a BMW 3 Series, the BMW M3 shows its muscles. This particular configuration deserves a little more attention. The color is pleasing to the eye, a shade signed by BMW Individual called “Mora Metallic” is reminiscent of the old “Violin” colors of the old BMW E36.
Equipped with large sneakers, 19-inch rims at the front and 20-inches at the rear, what surprises the most is the width of the rear tires, 285 mm wide to grip the bitumen. The show continues at the rear with its 4 huge exhaust pipes, this M3 does not go unnoticed. On closer inspection, many carbon elements are installed in this M3, and the customization options in the catalog are diverse.
An interior: technological, sporty, luxurious
The interior is as spectacular as a weight room in an upscale Parisian neighborhood. With its fixed bucket seats made of carbon. The sportiness is clearly noticeable through the numerous carbon inserts throughout the interior. The M sports steering wheel and shift paddles are also made of carbon, the belt in motorsport colors – all elements that underline the racing spirit of this M3 family.
The workmanship and the quality of the materials meet expectations. The whole thing flatters the eye once again, a cabin that radiates luxury even with this leather upholstery. The technological side doesn’t fall short, however, with that huge touchscreen covering the dashboard, there are plenty of driving aids (360-degree camera, lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control, etc.).
Note that the carbon roof is offered as standard, however it is possible to purchase the sunroof which brings in more light and further enhances the beauty of the leather/carbon seats.
Driving: personality disorder
According to the technical data sheet, this M3 Competition xDrive is equipped with a 3.0-liter 6-cylinder in-line biturbo engine that develops a whopping 510 hp and 650 Nm of torque.
The rolling mechanism of this M3 is the most powerful of this sixth generation. Despite its weight of 1865 kg. This bodybuilder sedan with a very sporty pedigree adapts to the moods of its driver. Beware personality disorder, this M3 turns into a devil when M2 drive mode is pressed.
BMW M3 Competition xDrive: an exciting sedan
In terms of performance, the M3 shows its fangs, hitting 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds and its top speed of 290 km/h shows that this BMW M3 Competition xDrive is a very fast sedan !
When it comes to sporty driving, this M3 pushes the limits of physics, the driving sensations are incredible, the sound of the engine and the exhaust pipe add to the driving pleasure. The steering is surgical, the adjustable suspensions change behavior, an incredibly efficient chassis, it’s almost too easy to drive this hormone-fed sedan.
The ZF transmission perfectly copes with the mood swings of the driver, the engine responds immediately, the bite of the steel brakes is unshakable despite a total weight of just under 1860 kg.
A chassis customizable down to the smallest detail
There are only a few models on the market that offer control over the chassis settings. The motorsport engineers seem to be listening to the owners. The customization options are almost limitless, no engineering degree required. With the M1 and M2 setting modes, you can fine-tune the chassis, suspension, steering, engine response, gear shift times and sound of the car. “Exhaust…”
An M3 that hides its game well
This versatile car is capable of taking you on holiday, to work and even to pick up your baguette while still setting excellent lap times on track days. This sixth generation of the M3 proves versatile with this xDrive all-wheel drive system.
As far as consumption is concerned, the effects of your driving behavior have a direct impact on consumption. It is possible to go under the 9 liter per 100 km mark and easily exceed the 25 liter mark. A major misconduct that is also measured by autonomy. With a dynamic driving style, a whopping 59 liters of petrol are enough for a range of 450 km, with a gentler driving style it is 650 km, which is difficult at 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 limousine with which the small family can go on holiday in a relaxed manner and which, in addition to other equally sporty models, can also set lap times on the race track. A generation that has left its mark both in terms of its power and its efficiency. In order to afford this powerful tool, prices start at around €115,000 (excluding penalties). This model reaches €140,000 when several optional packages are selected. For larger families, there is also the BMW M3 Touring for everyone who loves sporty station wagons.