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BMW M3 COMPETITION SEDAN AND THE BMW M340i xDRIVE SEDAN.
The BMW 3 Series Sedan M Automobiles combine powerful proportions and distinctive four-door 3-box design with the sportiness typical of M. Leading the quartet of bold characters is the BMW M3 Competition Sedan with its impressive 510 hp and 650 Nm of torque. Equipped with a high-performance M TwinPower Turbo power unit, 8-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission with Drivelogic, optional all-wheel drive M xDrive, Active M Differential and numerous technologies derived from motorsport, it guarantees maximum driving dynamics – both in everyday use and on the race track. The model range is rounded off by the BMW M340i xDrive: alongside its attractive design, the powerful sports saloon inspires with an especially balanced mix of sportiness, efficiency and convenient everyday utility.
THE BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN M AUTOMOBILES IN COMPARISON.
The most important performance facts at a glance: design, power train, suspension and output.
BMW M3 COMPETITION SEDAN.
- High-performance M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine with 510 hp
- Fast 8-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission with Drivelogic
- Rear wheel drive or all-wheel drive M xDrive*
- 375 kW (510 hp), 650 Nm, 0–100 km/h up to 3.5 sec fast
BMW M340i xDRIVE SEDAN.
- M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine with 374 hp
- 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission
- BMW xDrive
- 275kW (374hp), 500 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 4.4 sec
- BMW M3 COMPETITION SEDAN.
- BMW M340i xDRIVE SEDAN.
BMW M3 COMPETITION SEDAN – PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS.
Driving dynamics and design features of the BMW M3 Competition Sedan.

- Dynamics
- Design

M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine.
The M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine features superior power delivery and the striking characteristic M engine sound. Two mono-scroll turbochargers, direct High-Precision Injection, fully variable valve control and variable camshaft control ensure outstanding performance.

8-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission with Drivelogic.
The 8-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission with Drivelogic offers numerous shifting options: extremely dynamic, particularly comfortable and smooth, fuel-saving. You can shift manually using the gear lever or the gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, or select one of three automatic programmes using Drivelogic.

M xDrive.
M xDrive with Active M Differential guarantees maximum traction and driving dynamics for everyday driving, as well as at the racetrack. The optional M specific technology combines the typical agility of a rear-wheel drive with the control of an all-wheel drive. You can choose between the drive variants 4WD, 4WD Sport and – in DSC-off mode – 2WD.

Front design.
The front of BMW M3 Competition Sedan is characterised by the expressive M kidney grille in a reduced interpretation for maximum dynamic effect. In a frameless design for the first time ever, the completely black kidney grille with horizontal M typical double louvres permits the maximum throughput of cooling air for the high-revving M power unit. Together with the narrow headlights leading towards the kidney grille, the central air inlet with its large trapezoidal design highlights the athletic character of the vehicle.

Side design.
With its crisply defined proportions and distinctive four-door 3-box design – front, passenger compartment and rear are formally and recognisably separated – the silhouette of the BMW M3 Competition Sedan creates an agile and nimble effect. The black carbon roof and the aerodynamically optimised sill area inspired by motorsport press the silhouette of the vehicle even closer to the road both optically and physically. Together with the M gills featuring model logo and the striking M forged wheels with M Compound brake, the dynamically designed exterior mirrors in typical M double-slat design create additional sporting highlights.

Rear design.
The rear of the BMW M3 Competition Sedan systematically continues the sporty and agile appearance of the side section. Alongside the muscular wheel arches, the broad track width of the M specific axles produces a powerful stance that impressively underlines the performance-oriented ambitions of the sports saloon. Two pairs of typical M twin tailpipes in black chrome and a discreet Gurney flap in black high-gloss underline the exclusive motorsport character of the vehicle.
BMW M3 COMPETITION SEDAN – IMPRESSIONS.
The design highlights of the BMW M3 Competition Sedan in the exterior.
BMW M3 SEDAN – PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS.
Driving dynamics and design features of the BMW M3 Sedan.
The BMW M3 Sedan is a puristic sports saloon with outstanding driving characteristics. Responsible for this are a 480-hp high-performance BMW M TwinPower Turbo power unit, rear-wheel drive and highly developed technologies with their origins in motorsport, such as the M specific suspension with Active M Differential. A perfectly incremented manual 6-speed M transmission with short, precise gear changes facilitates an especially intensive interaction between driver and vehicle. The athletic four-door 3-box styling and distinctive M design elements produce a self-assuredly unconventional attitude that points unmistakably to the sporting potential of the BMW M3 Sedan.

- Dynamics
- Design

M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine.
The M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine features superior power delivery and the striking characteristic M engine sound. Two mono-scroll turbochargers, direct High-Precision Injection, fully variable valve control and variable camshaft control ensure outstanding performance.

Manual M transmission and rear-wheel drive.
The manual 6-speed M transmission allows for particularly sporty driving characteristics. It is smooth running, perfectly graduated and features precise, short-throw gearshift. The engine's characteristics can be perfectly utilised in terms of power delivery and efficiency by using the most suitable gear.
Perfect for track day – with rear-wheel drive, the vehicle becomes a thoroughbred sports car when DSC is switched off. Thanks to power transmission exclusively to the rear wheels, the vehicle conveys even more emotion at the limit.

M specific suspension.
The M specific suspension combines consistent lightweight construction with particularly high rigidity, optimised suspension geometry with a wide track and active M differential. Precise response characteristics and feedback from the steering and suspension ensure perfect vehicle control. With the M setup you can adjust the characteristics as required.

19"/20" M forged wheels Double-spoke style 825 M Bicolour Black with mixed tyres.
19"/20" M forged wheels Double-spoke style 825 M Bicolour Black with mixed tyres, gloss-lathed/gloss-milled, wheel size front 9.5J x 19 with 275/35 R19 tyres, wheel size rear 10.5J x 20 with 285/30 R20 tyres.

Tailpipe finishers in Chrome.
The two pairs of twin tailpipes of the BMW M3 Sedan can be clearly seen to protrude from the diffuser in high-gloss black. At the same time, elegant chrome finishers together with the distinctive louvres on the diffuser create a sporty conclusion towards the road.

M Sport seats.
The multi-adjustable M Sport seats with bucket seat character and partly integrated headrest provide excellent lateral support for you and your front passenger. In addition, the backrest width can be individually adjusted. Their special design with illuminated M3 logo highlights the vehicle's athletic capabilities.
BMW M3 SEDAN – IMPRESSIONS.
The design highlights of the BMW M3 Sedan in the exterior and the interior.
THE NEW BMW M340i xDRIVE SEDAN – PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS.
Driving dynamics and equipment options of the BMW 3 Series Sedan M Automobiles.
In addition to exclusive design highlights on the exterior and in the interior, the BMW M340i xDrive Sedan and the new BMW M340d xDrive Sedan offer an especially balanced range of performance, comfort and efficiency:
- The particularly free-revving M TwinPower inline 6-cylinder petrol engine with 275 kW (374 hp) in the new BMW M340i xDrive Sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds
- The highly efficient M TwinPower inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with 250 kW (340 hp) and a torque of 700 Nm in the new BMW M340d xDrive Sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds
- M-specific suspension tuning for high driving dynamics and balanced everyday comfort
- Exclusive exterior and interior design elements feature M-specific styling

- Driving Dynamics
- Exterior
- Interior

M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder engines.
Two top athletes conveying pure driving pleasure: The M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine features superior power delivery and the striking characteristic M engine sound. The M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder diesel engine features impressive power delivery and exemplary consumption figures.

8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.
The 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission allows you both comfortable sliding gear changes and a dynamic driving style with very sporty gear changes – automatically and also manually via rocker switch. In SPORT mode and when operating the electronic selector lever (switch: S/M), the gear shifts are configured for maximum performance.

M Technology package.
The M Technology package includes an optimised cooling package, which ensures maximum performance even in sporting use. This benefits the engine and the intercooler equally, so that the engine always operates thermally healthy even under high loads.

BMW kidney grille with mesh look.
The distinctive BMW kidney grille with mesh look sets an optical highlight in the front of the new BMW M340i xDrive Sedan and the new BMW M340d xDrive Sedan. Exclusive, horizontally aligned nuggets in Silver matt and the kidney grill frame in satin chrome attract admiring glances.

M exterior mirrors.
The aerodynamically optimised M exterior mirrors in Black high-gloss with a two-bar design not only set an impressive accent in contrast to the vehicle colour but also provide a clear overview in every situation thanks to the aspherical glasses.

The rear design.
Enlarged to 100 mm, the tailpipes on either side and the trim with chrome component create a particularly athletic appearance for the rear. Interaction with the large diffuser between the tailpipes and the vertical, recessed reflectors further emphasises the sporty intentions of the vehicle.

M Leather steering wheel.
The M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons and steering wheel rim in Black 'Walknappa' leather offers an ideal feel and sporty look for a dynamic driving experience.

Sport seats for driver and front passenger.
Sporty yet comfortable: The Sport seats for driver and front passenger provide optimum lateral support with their raised side bolsters and manually adjustable thigh support. The fore-and-aft position and, depending on the equipment, angle of the seat can also be adjusted.

Exclusive door sill finishers.
The exclusive door sill finishers with M logo in Silver Grey on the inserts send out a sporty signal as soon as you enter. They provide a visual foretaste of the thrilling driving experience to come that awaits you in the new BMW M340i xDrive Sedan and the new BMW M340d xDrive Sedan.
THE NEW BMW M340i xDRIVE SEDAN – IMPRESSIONS.
The design highlights of the BMW M340i xDrive Sedan in the exterior and the interior.
M seat belts with M stripes.
19'' M light alloy wheels in Double-spoke 792 M Bicolour Jet Black.
BMW kidney grille with mesh look with nuggets.
Athletic rear design with M rear spoiler.

M seat belt BMW M340i xDrive Sedan G20

19'' M light alloy wheels in Double-spoke 792 M Bicolour Jet Black BMW M340i xDrive Sedan G20

Front view BMW kidney grille with nuggets BMW M340i xDrive Sedan G20

M rear spoiler BMW M340i xDrive Sedan G20
M seat belts with M stripes.
19'' M light alloy wheels in Double-spoke 792 M Bicolour Jet Black.
BMW kidney grille with mesh look with nuggets.
Athletic rear design with M rear spoiler.
DRIVER´S COCKPIT & TECHNOLOGIES.
M specific instruments & operating concept, digital services and driver assistance systems of the BMW 3 Series Sedan M Automobiles.

- M specific instruments & operating concept
- Connectivity & digital services
- Driver assistance systems

M Drive.
M Drive allows the setting, adjustment and storage of the individually preferred DSC mode, the engine, damper, steering and braking characteristics as well as the transmission shifting. It is activated via the red M Drive buttons on the M leather steering wheel.
Only available for M3 and M3 Competition.

M specific instrument cluster.
The M specific instrument cluster offers a particularly precise and focused display of driving data in the SPORT and TRACK modes. In this way, values such as boost pressure or tyre pressure and temperatures are always in view, even on the race track. Operation and configuration is carried out using the M MODE button on the control unit in the centre console.
Only available for M3 and M3 Competition.

BMW Live Cockpit Professional.
The BMW Live Cockpit Professional with navigation function includes two high-quality displays consisting of a high-resolution 14.9'' Control Display that can be operated by touch and a fully digital 12.3" instrument display.

BMW Operating System 8 with BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
The innovative operating concept of the BMW Operating System 8 makes it even easier to handle the vehicle functions. With the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant you ontrol numerous vehicle functions with natural language and receive personalised proposals.

BMW Digital Key.
The BMW Digital Key turns your compatible smartphone into a vehicle key. To unlock, simply hold the smartphone next to the door handle; before starting your BMW place it on the smartphone tray. In addition, you can send a Digital Key to up to five friends.
*The BMW Digital Key is compatible with selected smartphones only. A list of compatible smartphones is available at bmw.com/digitalkey. The use of BMW Digital Key requires the Teleservices equipment.
**Only available for M340d xDrive Sedan.

Remote Software Upgrade.
Do you want your BMW to be up to date with the latest software? With Remote Software Upgrade, your BMW will always be up to date. Upgrades are installed over the air, just as they are for your smartphone. In this way, other functions in your vehicle can also be activated.

Driving Assistant Professional.
Driving Assistant Professional offers optimum comfort and safety during critical or monotonous traffic situations. Apart from the contents of the Driving Assistant, it also includes Steering and Lane Control Assistant with extended functions, Emergency Stop Assistant and Lane Keeping Assistant with active side collision protection.

Parking Assistant Plus.
Parking Assistant Plus makes parking and manoeuvring the vehicle easier. It features among others the Surround View system including Top View, Panorama View, Remote 3D View, as well as a lateral parking aid, the emergency braking function Active Park Distance Control, Parking Assistant with longitudinal and lateral guidance and Reversing Assistant.

M Drive Professional.
M Drive Professional is the perfect companion for trips with that extra dose of adrenaline. The M TRACK mode and the ten-stage M Traction Control enable tailored drivability, the M Drift Analyser records drift angles and duration and the M Laptimer helps you chase the perfect lap.
TECHNICAL DATA OF THE BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN M AUTOMOBILES.
BMW M3 Competition Sedan and other models.
Engine power in kW (hp) at 1/min: | 375 (510)/6,250 |
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min: | 650/2,750–5,500 |
Acceleration 0–100 km/h in s: | 3.5 |
Fuel consumption combined in l/100 km: | 10.2 |

BMW M PERFORMANCE PARTS.
Extra-sporty equipment for the BMW M3 Competition Sedan.


M Performance front splitter, carbon fibre.
Make a strong statement: The M Performance front splitter made from 100 percent carbon fibre highlights the vehicle's masculine appearance in a highly exclusive manner. A unique motorsport look for anybody who refuses to compromise.

20"/21" M Performance forged wheel Cross-spoke style 1000 M Frozen Gold Bronze.
The high-quality 20"/21" M Performance forged wheels Cross-spoke style 1000 M are designed in Frozen Gold Bronze.

M Performance silencer system, titanium.
Breathtaking for the ears: The M Performance silencer system fascinates with an uncompromising motorsport sound. The silencer and the sporty tailpipe module are made entirely in race-grade titanium.
PRICES, FINANCING AND LEASING OF THE BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN M AUTOMOBILES.
BMW SERVICES.

BMW Services ensure you remain completely carefree when you drive:
- With BMW Service Inclusive you enjoy 100% transparency thanks to services such as vehicle check, microfilter or brake fluid check at a fixed price
- The Teleservices from BMW ConnectedDrive provide your BMW Service Partner with all the relevant vehicle information when a service is required
- The assistance provided by the BMW Breakdown and Accident Services is available to you free of charge, around the clock and 365 days per year
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive:
Fuel consumption in l/100 km (combined): 10.2
CO2 emissions in g/km (combined): 232BMW M340i xDrive Sedan:
Fuel consumption in l/100 km (combined): 8.0
CO2 emissions in g/km (combined): 182The values of fuel consumptions, CO2 emissions and energy consumptions shown were determined according to the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable at the time of type approval. The figures refer to a vehicle with basic configuration in Germany and the range shown considers optional equipment and the different size of wheels and tires available on the selected model.
The CO2 efficiency specifications are determined according to Directive 1999/94/EC and the European Regulation in its current version applicable. The values shown are based on the fuel consumption, CO2 values and energy consumptions according to the NEDC cycle for the classification.
When charging times are shown they can be affected by a number of factors such as type of charger, voltage supplied to the charger/car and type of current (AC or DC) supplied to the charger/car. The car also plays a role in charging times as it can be set by the driver to accept various different amperage and should preconditioning be used to heat or cool the vehicle while charging this will also affect the charging time.
The basis for the calculation of the charging times for 100 km range is the electric consumption of the vehicle based on the use of a high-Powered Charging station (HPC) or charging type and current as indicted in the literature above. The testing procedure measures are based on a 23 degrees Celsius battery start and ambient temperature with certification values excluding additional auxiliary consuming devices and systems within the vehicle such as seat heating, displays, air conditioning.
Individual consumption (fuel economy) may differ due to driving profile, vehicle load profile, auxiliary consumer usage, temperature, and ambient conditions. Consumption is based on WLTP or NEDC (whichever is indicated) best case conditions and is independently tested for BMW Group. If you are comparing this range with other models or brands make sure they are stating the same WLTP or NEDC testing regime. These results can be used to compare vehicles on a close to “like for like” basis but are unlikely to be achieved in real world conditions for reasons including temperature variation, driving conditions and the use of the auxiliary systems referred to above.
Information provided and images displayed on this site include overseas models and may show some features not available in New Zealand. Please contact an authorised BMW dealer for specific information on vehicles and features available in New Zealand. Product changes may have been made since production of this content.
Note: To obtain NZ CO2 figures for vehicles imported by BMW Group NZ in relation to the NZ Clean Car discount or “FeeBate” you will need to contact your preferred dealer. The Clean Car discount figures sourced from your dealer will differ from those listed in the BMW owner’s handbook and reported figures as they have been converted by the NZ government to WLTP3 from figures derived through one of the following testing procedures: WLTP4 or NEDC or Japanese JC08 mode or Japanese 10-15 mode or CAFE test cycle.
For all vehicles not imported by BMW NZ (Used vehicle imports) you will need to contact the source market for these CO2 figures as BMW Group NZ has no access to and cannot source this CO2 data.
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