BMW M3 Sedan

PetrolsaloonGENERATION G80, 2021

480 hp, 4,2 s 0-100 : among the 24 saloons 2019–2023, the M3 Sedan ranks 9th of 24 in 0–100 km/h, 19th of 24 in Top speed, 9th of 24 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
480 hp
550 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
4.2 s
VMax 250 km/h
Cons.
10.8 L
/100 km
Tank
59 L

Full specifications

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

Powertrain

Architecture
6 cyl.
Displacement
2,993 cm³
Power
480 hp
Couple
550 Nm
Gearbox
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Consumption

Cons. WLTP
10.8 L/100 km
Tank
59 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
4,2 s
VMax
250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length
4,794 mm
Wheelbase
2,857 mm
Width
1,903 mm
Height
1,433 mm
Boot
480 L
Kerb weight
1,705 kg
Cd
0.33
CO₂ WLTP
248 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 24 saloons, the M3 Sedan ranks (mid-table) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Acceleration: 4.2 s 0-100 (9th of 24 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M3 Sedan ranks 9th of 24 in 0–100 km/h, 0.7 s off the reference BMW M3 Competition xDrive (3.5 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (19th of 24 in Top speed)

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

Where the M3 Sedan stands against saloons

Comparison across 24 saloons marketed between 2019–2023.
0–100 km/h9e / 24
4,2 s
Min 5,8 s · Lexus IS 350 F Sport RWDMax 3,5 s · BMW M3 Competition xDrive
Top speed19e / 24
250 km/h
Min 240 km/h · Kia Stinger 2.5T RWDMax 270 km/h · Kia Stinger GT 3.3T AWD
Power-to-weight9e / 24
282 hp/t
Min 169 hp/t · Kia Stinger 2.5T RWDMax 296 hp/t · BMW M4 Competition

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

The full BMW M3 G80 range

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

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BMW M3 Sedan: what you need to know

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

Where does the M3 Sedan rank in its segment?

Among the 24 saloons 2019–2023, the M3 Sedan ranks 9th of 24 in 0–100 km/h (4.2 s, behind the BMW M3 Competition xDrive), 19th of 24 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Kia Stinger GT 3.3T AWD), 9th of 24 in Power-to-weight (282 hp/t, behind the BMW M4 Competition).

How much does the M3 Sedan cost to run?

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

Why not a BMW M3 Competition xDrive instead?

The BMW M3 Competition xDrive leads in 0–100 km/h (3.5 s vs 4.2 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the M3 Sedan vs BMW M3 Competition xDrive duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

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.