In the standard M3, the engine makes 473 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. That’s sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission; an automatic isn’t offered in the standard M3. Get the launch right and nail your shifts, and the 0-60 mph sprint takes 4.1 seconds (BMW estimate). Fuel economy should come in around 16/23 mpg city/highway like last year.

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The standard M3 is quite good, but has some letdowns. One that stands out is its mandatory manual transmission—although we’re thrilled it has a stick shift at all, the shifter has a rubbery feel that doesn’t suit the M3’s attitude. The M3 Competition gains an edge missing from its lesser counterpart. It's not simply that it has more power; the M3 Competition’s chassis setup makes it feel more responsive and direct. We wish the M3 Competition could be had with the standard M3’s manual, but its eight-speed automatic is pretty sharp. At approximately $5,000 more than the standard M3, the Competition seems worth it.

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Perhaps as repentance for the available M Drift Analyzer function, BMW includes a handful of driver assist and active safety features on the M3. All versions include front automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, automatic high-beams, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Front and rear parking sensors are another helpful inclusion. On M3 Competition models, that is, those with an automatic transmission, the optional Driving Assistance Professional package adds emergency evasive steering, semi-automated lane changing, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.

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BMW also offers the M3 Competition with AWD. This model, the M3 Competition xDrive, becomes more powerful for 2025, now producing 523 hp, up from 503 last year; torque remains at 479 lb-ft. An eight-speed automatic is again mandatory. MotorTrend testing of a 2022 M3 Competition xDrive measured a 0-60 mph launch of just 3.0 seconds, so the more powerful 2025 model could be even quicker.

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Unfortunately, the M3’s 2025 update does nothing to improve the unsightly grille it’s worn since its 2021 launch. Fortunately, you can’t see how it looks from behind the wheel—and from there, the car is superb.

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Step up to the M3 Competition, and power rises to 503 hp and 479 lb-ft. Again, RWD is standard, but the M3 Competition only comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission; the manual isn’t available in the M3 Competition. In MotorTrend testing, 0-60 mph acceleration for the RWD M3 Competition took just 3.5 seconds. Fuel economy should rate at 16/23 mpg.

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An icon of the automotive world, the BMW M3 has earned renown for its compelling mix of speed and daily usability across its many generations.

Every 2025 BMW M3 uses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter I-6 engine, designated by BMW as the S58. It produces different power outputs depending on configuration.

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For 2025, the M3 gains BMW’s iDrive 8.5 operating system, which adds a simplified climate control menu relative to the version 8.0 software used previously. That runs on a high-tech dashboard comprising a 12.3-inch digital gauge display and 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, both contained under a single piece of curved glass. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with built-in navigation. In addition to USB ports, a wireless charging pad is included. All M3 models come with a 16-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system. Optional tech upgrades include a head-up display and built-in dashcam.

BMW refuses to sell the best version of the M3 to Americans. What a shame it is that the M3 Touring is available only in overseas markets—it drives just as thrillingly as the standard M3 Competition, while its station wagon body greatly increases cargo capacity and everyday viability. Sure, BMW sells the X3M Competition in the United States; that SUV is sort of like a high-riding M3 wagon but simply not as cool. The automaker says it has no plans to bring the M3 Touring to America, but a different fast five-door is in the works: The new M5 Touring wagon will be sold stateside, with plug-in hybrid power to help it haul even better.

From a dynamic perspective, there’s not much on our M3 wish list apart from a more satisfying manual shifter in the standard M3, and less complexity in its drive mode settings menu. Toward pragmatic considerations, BMW seems to have improved the M3 for 2025 by equipping it with the more user-friendly infotainment system we’ve seen in the 5 Series. The compact sedan otherwise remains a fantastic choice for those seeking a thrilling yet livable daily driver—how peculiar it is that the worst-looking M3 ever is also the best to drive.

Arguably the world’s most iconic sport sedan, the BMW M3 backs up its reputation by delivering ferocious performance in a four-door package. Beyond combining sporty driving manners with everyday practicality, the M3 also has the luxurious feel and advanced tech features BMW is known for. Similar thrills and features are offered in its two-door counterpart, the BMW M4. This generation of M3 is known by chassis code G80, and its rivals include the Mercedes-AMG C63, Porsche Taycan, and Audi RS5.

Power dominates the M3 driving experience. It somehow feels even stronger than its specifications suggest, laying down ferocious acceleration everywhere in its rev range. Yet it’s no plodding muscle car—rather, the M3’s handling is incredibly precise and direct. The standard RWD powertrain delivers classic thrills, but the available AWD system provides a lively feel along with indefatigable traction. Mighty brakes and finely tuned electronic aids help keep everything in check.