G80 · GENERATION 2024 · SALOON
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M3 Competition xDrive 530

530 hp, 3,5 s 0-100 : among the 14 saloons 2022–2026, the M3 Competition xDrive 530 ranks 3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h, 9th of 14 in Top speed, 3rd of 14 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate3,06015,000 km · UK mix · home 0,21 £/kWhConsumption →

Power

530hp

650 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

3.5s

VMax 250 km/h

Cons.

10.1L

/100 km

Tank

59L

Technical identity card

Full specifications BMW M3 Competition xDrive 530

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Displacement2,993 cm³
Power530 hp
Couple650 Nm
GearboxConvertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
TransmissionIntegrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP10.1 L/100km
Tank59 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h3,5 s
VMax250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,794 mm
Wheelbase2,857 mm
Width1,903 mm
Height1,438 mm
Kerb weight1,780 kg
Cd0.34
CO₂ WLTP228 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 14 saloons, the M3 Competition xDrive 530 ranks (top 3 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: 3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h (3.5 s), 3rd of 14 in Power-to-weight (298 hp/t). 3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h (3.5 s), 3rd of 14 in Power-to-weight (298 hp/t).

Less suitable for

Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 10,1 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 M4 Competition with M xDrive (1st with 3.5 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio (1st with 307 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 3.5 s 0-100 (3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M3 Competition xDrive 530 ranks 3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h, 0.0 s off the reference Bmw M4 Competition with M xDrive (3.5 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (9th of 14 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 307 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the M3 Competition xDrive 530 stands against saloons

Comparison across 14 saloons marketed between 2022–2026.

0–100 km/h3e / 14
3,5 s
Min 5,8 s · Lexus IS 350 F Sport RWDMax 3,5 s · Bmw M4 Competition with M xDrive
Top speed9e / 14
250 km/h
Min 250 km/h · Ford Mustang Dark Horse 500Max 307 km/h · Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
Power-to-weight3e / 14
298 hp/t
Min 179 hp/t · Lexus IS 350 F Sport RWDMax 323 hp/t · Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

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 xDrive 530: what you need to know

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

Among the 14 saloons 2022–2026, the M3 Competition xDrive 530 ranks 3rd of 14 in 0–100 km/h (3.5 s, behind the Bmw M4 Competition with M xDrive), 9th of 14 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio), 3rd of 14 in Power-to-weight (298 hp/t, behind the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio).

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.