The 2018 BMW M3 is available in only one engine option to choose from. It is powered by a 3.0L Inline 6-cylinder engine with BMWs M TwinPower Turbo Technology. The engine is capable of producing 425 hp of power and 406 lb-ft of torque. It is available in RWD with an Active M differential which makes the performance of the car more thrilling. It gets two transmission options to choose from. One is the 6-speed manual transmission which comes as standard and the other is the optional 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
While the manual transmission is more engaging, the automatic is brisker. It is up to you which one to prefer. The engine will be suitable for your daily needs regardless of the transmission you choose. This setup can accelerate from 0-60 in just 4.1 seconds and a quarter-mile of 12.1 seconds.
Models
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2018 BMW M3
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2018 INFINITI Q50 Red Sport 400
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2018 Cadillac ATS-V
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2018 Mercedes-AMG C 63
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MSRP
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$66,500
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$53,995
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$62,590
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$66,100
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Engine
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3.0L Twin-Turbo Straight-Six
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3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
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3.6L V6
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4.0L Bi-Turbo V8
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Drivetrain
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RWD
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AWD
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RWD
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RWD
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Transmission
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6-speed manual
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7-speed automatic
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6-speed manual
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7-speed automatic
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Power
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425 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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400hp @ 6,400 RPM
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464 hp @ 5,850 RPM
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469 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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Torque
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406 lb-ft @ 1,850 RPM
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350 lb-ft @ 1,600 RPM
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445 lb-ft @ 3,500 RPM
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479 lb-ft @ 1,750 RPM
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0-60 MPH
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4.1 seconds
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4.5 seconds
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3.8 seconds
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4.0 seconds
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Quarter-Mile
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12.1 seconds
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12.8 seconds
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12.2 seconds
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9.7 seconds
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Top Speed
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174 MPH
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155 MPH
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189 MPH
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155 MPH
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All of the above cars are insanely fast but the Cadillac ATS-V edges out in terms of its 0-60 timings clocking 3.8 seconds. The Mercedes-AMG C 63 has impressive performance and takes the lead when it comes to the quarter-mile timings. The INFINITI Q50 Red Sport 400 falls a bit short on its performance than its rivals and it also produces the least amount of power and torque of 400 hp and 350lb.-ft of torque.
How well does the 2018 BMW M3 handle?
BMW’s are always known for their great performance and excellent handling and what can be said about the M3. The performance cars from BMW are also known as the kings of handling and agility. The same can be seen with the 2018 M3 as well. Whether be straight roads, twisty tracks, or anything the M3 will do it easily.
The Active M differential supplies the power effectively which makes the ride more joyful. The adaptive M Suspension with an all-new double-joint spring front axle with lightweight aluminum control arms improves the ride quality furthermore. Overall the riding experience of the 2018 BMW M3 is breathtaking and memorable.
2018 BMW M3 Braking Performance
The 2018 BMW M3 has one of the best brakes in its class that complement its sheer power. It has 15-inch rotors on the front and 14.6-inch rotors on the rear. These large brakes can stop the car from 0-60 in just 101 feet. The light weight of the car also helps to reduce the braking distance. There is also an option for carbon-ceramic brakes which will improve the braking performance by a lot. The option may be expensive but it definitely proves its worth.
Models
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2018 BMW M3
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2018 INFINITI Q50 Red Sport 400
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2018 Cadillac ATS-V
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2018 Mercedes-AMG C 63
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Brake Rotors: Front (inches)
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15.0
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N/A
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14.5
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15.4
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Brakes Rotors: Rear (inches)
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14.6
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N/A
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13.3
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14.2
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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3,630
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4,023
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3,812
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3,856
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60-0 MPH (feet)
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101
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102
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101
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101
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All the above competitors perform the same when it comes to their braking performance. The light weight of the BMW M3 comes in handy to improve its braking performance. Opting for the carbon-ceramic brakes will change the standings drastically, once up to the temperatures. In the competition, BMW's place is also co-held by the Cadillac and the Mercedes-AMG, with the INFINITI just losing to these cars by a foot.