- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Seats: 5
- Engine: 3.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline-six
- Power Output: Up to 503 hp (Competition model)
- Torque: Up to 479 lb-ft (Competition model)
- Transmission Options:
- 6-speed manual (standard model)
- 8-speed M Steptronic transmission (Competition model)
- Acceleration (0-60 mph): Approximately 3.8 seconds (Competition model with M Steptronic transmission)
- Top Speed: Electronically limited to 155 mph (250 km/h), with optional M Driver’s Package increasing to 180 mph (290 km/h)
- Fuel Economy: Combined MPG of around 23.5 (depending on the model and driving conditions)
- Wheels: Up to 20-inch M light alloy wheels
- Infotainment: 12.3-inch display with built-in satnav, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, and a 14.9-inch digital instrument display
The M3 also features luxury amenities such as three-zone climate control, cruise control, parking sensors with a reversing camera, heated front seats, Merino leather upholstery, carbon interior trim, and a carbon roof.