BMW M3 Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2025): How Much Power Does A M3 Have?

The BMW M3 is an iconic high-performance variant of the 3 Series, celebrated for its motorsport heritage and consistent innovation since its debut in 1986.

Throughout its evolution, the M3 has delivered impressive powertrains, starting with a 3.2L inline-6 producing 301 horsepower in the early 2000s, transitioning to a 4.0L V8 in the late 2000s, and culminating in a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 generating up to 543 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque by 2025.

Transmission options have ranged from a 6-speed manual to advanced 7-speed dual-clutch and 8-speed automatic systems.

A significant milestone came in 2020 with the introduction of the first-ever Touring (estate) model, broadening the M3's appeal.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

G80/G81: 2020-2025

2025 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2025 BMW M3 features a 3.0L engine with a horsepower range of 473 hp in rear-wheel drive (RWD) configuration and up to 523 hp in all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

Torque output varies from 406 lb-ft in RWD to 479 lb-ft in the AWD variant.

The vehicle is available with a 6-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2024 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2024 BMW M3 features a 3.0L engine with a horsepower range of 473 hp in the RWD configuration and up to 543 hp in the AWD Competition xDrive variant.

Torque output varies from 406 lb-ft in the RWD model to 479 lb-ft in the Competition variant.

The vehicle is available with both RWD and AWD drivetrains, paired with a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2023 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2023 BMW M3 features a 3.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 473 hp in the base configuration and up to 503 hp in the competition variant.

Torque output varies from 406 lb-ft in the base model to 479 lb-ft in the competition model, with both configurations utilizing a 3.0L engine size.

The base model is equipped with a rear-wheel drive system and a 6-speed manual transmission, while the competition variant utilizes an all-wheel drive system paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2022 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2022 BMW M3 features a 3.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 473 hp in the base configuration and up to 503 hp in the competition variant.

Torque output varies from 406 lb-ft in the base model to 479 lb-ft in the competition model.

The vehicle is available with a 6-speed manual transmission in the rear-wheel drive configuration or an 8-speed automatic transmission in the all-wheel drive configuration.

2021 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2021 BMW M3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 473 hp to 503 hp, with the higher output available in the Competition variant.

Torque figures range from 406 lb-ft to 479 lb-ft, depending on the engine configuration.

The vehicle features a rear-wheel drive layout and is available with either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.

2020 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2020 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.0L inline-six engine, producing 473 hp in standard configuration and 503 hp in Competition configuration. Torque output is 406 lb-ft for the standard model and 479 lb-ft for the Competition model, with the difference attributed to engine tuning. It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and is available with either rear-wheel drive or BMW's xDrive all-wheel drive system.

F80: 2014-2019

2019 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2019 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.0L inline-six engine, producing 425 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. It features a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, with a rear-wheel drivetrain configuration. The vehicle's performance is enhanced by its lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics.

2018 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2018 BMW M3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine that produces a consistent horsepower output of 453 hp.

It generates a torque of 443 lb-ft, both figures maintained across the performance specifications.

The vehicle features a rear-wheel drive configuration and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

E90/E92/E93: 2007-2013

2013 BMW M3 Horsepower

The vehicle is equipped with a 4.0-liter engine producing a consistent 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed M Double Clutch transmission.

2012 BMW M3 Horsepower

The vehicle is equipped with a 4.0-liter engine producing a consistent output of 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed M Double Clutch transmission.

2011 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 engine producing 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2010 BMW M3 Horsepower

The vehicle is equipped with a 4.0-liter engine producing a consistent 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2009 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 engine producing a consistent output of 420 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2008 BMW M3 Horsepower

The vehicle is equipped with a 4.0L engine producing a consistent 414 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive and a double plate clutch.

E46: 2000-2006

2006 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a 6-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2005 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2005 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque across all configurations.

It features a 6-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain configuration.

2004 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2004 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a 6-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2003 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2003 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

2002 BMW M3 Horsepower

The 2002 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a 6-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel-drive configuration.