Auto India, Car India

The retuned version of the M3 is here which is fast and which fools the radar. Yes, we are talking of a weapon which is a masterpiece and one of a kind. Packed with advanced features in the interiors and exteriors it is one of the best coupes available in the country.

General Data

Additional features

• 6speed manual transmission with additional oil cooler and heavy duty dual disc clutch
• 4.0liter 32valve 414hp V8 engine with M Double VANOS variable valve timing
• Engine Start/Stop button
• Distributor less electronic ignition system
• 8 individual throttles, electronically controlled
• 3way catalytic converter with heated oxygen sensor
• All Season Traction with Variable M Differential Lock
• Rear wheel drive
• Oil coolant heat exchanger
• Flat paneled underbody
• M suspension with twin joint spring strut front axle, sub frame, front axle tie rod and stiffening plate in aluminum, rear axle sub frame in steel, track control arm and spring strut in aluminum and lightweight steel construction
• Gas pressurized front struts and rear shock absorbers
• Vehicle speed sensitive variable assist power steering (M Servo tronic)
• 4wheel BMW M vacuum assisted ventilated, cross drilled compound disc brakes with floating brake rotors
• M quad polished stainless steel exhaust tips
• Digital Motor Electronics (DME) with onboard diagnostics
• Anthracite and Black Cloth/Leather upholstery
• Split fold down rear seat
• Folding rear seat headrests
• Adjustable front armrest
• Door sills with BMW M3 logo
• 3spoke, leather wrapped multifunction M sport steering wheel with audio and (accessory) phone controls, M color stitching and tilt/telescopic adjustment (M Drive button included with multifunction controls with Technology Package option)
• M design instrument cluster with titanium finish ringed instrument dials and red needles
• Service Interval Indicator with miles to service display
• Check Control vehicle monitoring system
• Tachometer with variable warning zones and oil temperature display
• Onboard computer with detailed vehicle information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature
• Multifunction remote control
• Cruise Control with column mounted stalk
• Power front/rear windows with “one touch” up/down operation
• Electric interior trunk release
• Central locking system (leaves gas filler door unlocked) and double lock feature
• Keyless entry : remote trunk release
• Vehicle & Key Memory
• Coded Drive away Protection (prevents engine start when your key, with constantly changing electronic code, is not used)
• Automatic climate control micro filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature and volume controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, MAX A/C, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
• Rear window defogger
• Console valet and cup holders
• Auxiliary Power outlet
• Titanium Shadow interior trim
• Automatic dimming inside rearview mirror
• Anthracite headliner
• BMW Ambiance Lighting front and rear
• Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front foot well lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors
• Front seatback storage nets
• Fully finished trunk
• White turn signal indicators
• Adaptive Brake Lights
• M Power exterior side view mirrors in body color with double bridge in black
• Heated side view mirrors, windshield washer jets and door locks
• Automatic tilt down of passenger’s side view mirror when vehicle is shifted into reverse gear
• Rain sensing windshield wipers with Automatic headlight control
• Power adjustable front sport seats with 4way lumbar support, manually adjustable thigh support and memory system for driver’s seat and outside mirrors

Power and performance
Handling the M3 is easy as there is involvement of lot of electronics. The design of the car is simply superb. The coupe trim which is given to the M3 does really work at high speeds. Reaching the three digit mark in less time is not a problem for the blue and white badge car. The M3 coupe is specially designed for those who wish to drive on a Sunday morning for a cup of coffee far away from the city. Exhaust note of this vehicle ensures you get a taste of 420 rampaging German horses.

Well if you get a straight on Indian soil you wouldn’t mind a bit to unleash all of them in one go. Aerodynamics plays an important role in overall handling of the car. The design is so dynamic that at high speed the car tires are gasping for air. Rubber is literally molted when the car is in high speeds. Down force keeps the car on the ground ensuring it not to slip off course.

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Looks and styling
Well it’s in a coupe class so nothing much to describe unless you want to step inside the vehicle. The interiors of the M3 are superbly designed for perfection. All the features which are found in a luxury car are seen in the M3. Interiors are properly designed which can accommodate your personal luggage with your partner. You can customize the interiors of the M3 according to your requirements. Customizing the M3 helps to create it according to your design and make.

Safety features

• Crash sensor with automatic door unlocking and hazard light activation
• Crash sensor with Battery Safety Terminal and automatic fuel cut off, triggered by airbag deployment
• BMW’s Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features
• Automatic safety belt assistant
• Automatic front safety belt pretension
• Child seat automatic safety belt locking device in rear seats
• Tire Pressure Monitor
• Emergency trunk release

Why not the BMW M3 Coupe

• Too small
• Not larger boot space

Why the BMW M3 Coupe

• Best in its class
• Sports car features are seen
• Very low maintenance

Overall performance
Well the M3 lives up to its expectations and yes it is one of the best coupes available in the market. You can have a good time driving one of the précised cars in the world. Go for it if you want some speed and magic.