The ultimate driving machine—the car that defined the sports sedan segment. From the E30’s 4-cylinder to the G80’s 500+ hp twin-turbo, the M3 has always been about performance, handling, and the joy of driving.
The M3 is a front-engine, rear-drive or AWD (xDrive), unibody compact high-performance sedan and coupe. E30 (1987-1991): 2.3L S14 I4 (192 hp), 5-speed manual. E36 (1995-1999): 3.0L S50 I6 (240 hp) or 3.2L S52 I6 (240 hp). Transmissions: 5-speed manual or 5-speed auto. E46 (2001-2006): 3.2L S54 I6 (333 hp), 6-speed manual or 6-speed auto. E90/E92/E93 (2008-2013): 4.0L S65 V8 (414 hp), 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT. F80 (2015-2020): 3.0L S55 twin-turbo I6 (425-444 hp), 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT. G80 (2021-2026): 3.0L S58 twin-turbo I6 (473-503 hp), 6-speed manual or 8-speed auto.
The M3 is reliable for a performance car. The S14 is durable. The S50/S52 are durable but have cooling system issues. The S54 is a great engine but has rod bearing issues—replace them preventatively. The S65 V8 has rod bearing and throttle actuator issues—big repairs. The S55 is reliable. The S58 is excellent. The M3 is a reliable performance sedan if maintained properly.
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