G80 · GENERATION 2021 · SALOON
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M3 Competition Sedan

510 hp, 3,9 s 0-100 : among the 24 saloons 2019–2023, the M3 Competition Sedan ranks 4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h, 11th of 24 in Top speed, 4th of 24 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate3,09115,000 km · UK mix · home 0,21 £/kWhConsumption →

Power

510hp

650 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

3.9s

VMax 250 km/h

Cons.

10.2L

/100 km

Tank

59L

Technical identity card

Full specifications BMW M3 Competition Sedan

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

Architecture6 cyl.
Displacement2,993 cm³
Power510 hp
Couple650 Nm
GearboxConvertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique

Consumption

Cons. WLTP10.2 L/100km
Tank59 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h3,9 s
VMax250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,794 mm
Wheelbase2,857 mm
Width1,903 mm
Height1,433 mm
Boot480 L
Kerb weight1,730 kg
Cd0.33
CO₂ WLTP234 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 24 saloons, the M3 Competition Sedan ranks (top 4 in segment) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

Caralogy Analysis

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Demanding drivers: 4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h (3.9 s), 4th of 24 in Power-to-weight (295 hp/t). 4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h (3.9 s), 4th of 24 in Power-to-weight (295 hp/t).

Less suitable for

Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 10,2 L/100 km on the combined cycle, consumption rises in the city without electric assistance. An HEV or PHEV would be more economical for this use profile.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the BMW M3 Competition xDrive (1st with 3.5 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Lexus IS 500 F Sport RWD (1st with 270 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 3.9 s 0-100 (4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M3 Competition Sedan ranks 4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h, 0.4 s off the reference BMW M3 Competition xDrive (3.5 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (11th of 24 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 270 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the M3 Competition Sedan stands against saloons

Comparison across 24 saloons marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h4e / 24
3,9 s
Min 5,8 s · Lexus IS 350 F Sport RWDMax 3,5 s · BMW M3 Competition xDrive
Top speed11e / 24
250 km/h
Min 240 km/h · Kia Stinger 2.5T RWDMax 270 km/h · Lexus IS 500 F Sport RWD
Power-to-weight4e / 24
295 hp/t
Min 169 hp/t · Kia Stinger 2.5T RWDMax 296 hp/t · Bmw M4 Competition Coupe

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

Model family

The full BMW M3 G80 range

Generation G80 launched in 2021. Available versions sorted by energy.

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Frequently asked questions

BMW M3 Competition Sedan: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Among the 24 saloons 2019–2023, the M3 Competition Sedan ranks 4th of 24 in 0–100 km/h (3.9 s, behind the BMW M3 Competition xDrive), 11th of 24 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Lexus IS 500 F Sport RWD), 4th of 24 in Power-to-weight (295 hp/t, behind the Bmw M4 Competition Coupe).

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.