The new BMW M3 Coupe is an exciting car and make no mistake. It’s 2 door, rear wheel drive with 420PS from a 4 litre V8 engine. The latest incarnation of BMW’s {link} iconic M3 series is a thoroughly enjoyable and dramatic performance Coupe. When fitted with all the electronic gadgetry available the M3 Coupe is excellent in all conditions, the dampers adjusting to give enough comfort through town but offering taught and predictable handling when in sport mode. Add in the extra performance from the steering, differential and engine once the M pack buttons have been pressed and the M3 is a sheer joy to drive on twisty B roads. The responsive nature of the whole car allows the driver to power into, through and out of corners using the wonderful V8 engine to its maximum.
What a pleasure the V8 engine is, free revving and powerful; especially in terms of torque with 400Nm @ 3900rpm. The 4 chrome exhaust pipes add extra styling to the M3 Coupe both visually and aurally, allowing even those at the roadside to enjoy the beauty of Bavarian V8 power.
The major negative point of the M3 is unfortunately fuel consumption, which is on par with the considerably quicker Porsche GT2. Certainly the M3 Coupe was never going to be frugal but with high fuel consumption and a small fuel tank visits to petrol pumps will feature highly on any owners driving experience. This thirst for the Middle East’s finest takes the shine off an otherwise extremely enjoyable driving experience. With fuel prices seemingly on a weekly increase the M3 Coupe could suffer at the hands of equally enjoyable but less thirsty South German competition.
It is undeniable that the BMW M3 Coupe offers tremendous performance at what must be seen as a reasonable cost. Its performance is comparable with many far more expensive out-and-out sports cars, which is both remarkable and praiseworthy. The new BMW M3 Coupe is the best M3 yet produced of that there should be no doubt, it is thoroughly at home in normal traffic situations and is sheer driving enjoyment on the open road. It is not without faults (cabin space isn’t generous for example) nor is it cheap to run but the driving pleasure is impressive for those who own this car.
TECH SPEC BMW M3:~ 4 seat, 2 door Coupe. 3999cc 8 cylinder water-cooled V8 engine producing 420PS @ 8300rpm. 6 speed gearbox. Limited Slip Differential. Rear wheel drive. Top speed 170mph (with M pack fitted). 0-62mph 4.9 seconds, 0-124mph 16.7 seconds.
What a pleasure the V8 engine is, free revving and powerful; especially in terms of torque with 400Nm @ 3900rpm. The 4 chrome exhaust pipes add extra styling to the M3 Coupe both visually and aurally, allowing even those at the roadside to enjoy the beauty of Bavarian V8 power.
The major negative point of the M3 is unfortunately fuel consumption, which is on par with the considerably quicker Porsche GT2. Certainly the M3 Coupe was never going to be frugal but with high fuel consumption and a small fuel tank visits to petrol pumps will feature highly on any owners driving experience. This thirst for the Middle East’s finest takes the shine off an otherwise extremely enjoyable driving experience. With fuel prices seemingly on a weekly increase the M3 Coupe could suffer at the hands of equally enjoyable but less thirsty South German competition.
It is undeniable that the BMW M3 Coupe offers tremendous performance at what must be seen as a reasonable cost. Its performance is comparable with many far more expensive out-and-out sports cars, which is both remarkable and praiseworthy. The new BMW M3 Coupe is the best M3 yet produced of that there should be no doubt, it is thoroughly at home in normal traffic situations and is sheer driving enjoyment on the open road. It is not without faults (cabin space isn’t generous for example) nor is it cheap to run but the driving pleasure is impressive for those who own this car.
TECH SPEC BMW M3:~ 4 seat, 2 door Coupe. 3999cc 8 cylinder water-cooled V8 engine producing 420PS @ 8300rpm. 6 speed gearbox. Limited Slip Differential. Rear wheel drive. Top speed 170mph (with M pack fitted). 0-62mph 4.9 seconds, 0-124mph 16.7 seconds.
