BMW M3 F80
The BMW M3 F80 (2014–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: F80
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,670 mm RDW | 4,670 mm TC | 4,671 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm RDW | 1,880 mm TC | 1,877 mm |
| Height | 1,420–1,430 mm RDW | 1,430 mm TC | 1,424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 mm RDW | 2,810 mm TC | 2,812 mm |
| Front track | 1,573–1,583 mm ASTRA | 1,580 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,601–1,629 mm ASTRA | 1,600 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,535–1,560 kg RDW | 1,595–1,606 kg TC | 1,614 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,635–1,660 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,100 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,718 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 250–280 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 550–600 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/35R19, 255/40R18, 235/40R18, 245/35R19, 265/35R19, 245/40R18, 265/40R18, 265/30R20
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 91.9% (90.8–92.9) | 91.0% | 2,644 |
| 6–8 years | 90.7% (90.0–91.4) | 86.4% | 6,010 |
| 9–12 years | 91.0% (89.0–92.7) | 77.9% | 933 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 14.9% | 27.4% |
| Brakes | 5.5% | 20.1% |
| Suspension | 4.0% | 11.9% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 2.4% | 6.7% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 1.5% | 8.2% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
21 complaints for model years 2015–2018. 1 fire
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 13 versions of the BMW M3 F80
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European Union 6 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2019 | 3.0 L | 338 kW (460 PS) | Petrol | 198 g/km | 637 |
| 2016–2019 | 3.0 L | 331 kW (450 PS) | Petrol | 194–196 g/km | 8,870 |
| 2014–2019 | 3.0 L | 317 kW (431 PS) | Petrol | 194–196 g/km | 7,812 |
| 2017 | 3.0 L | 497 kW (676 PS) | Petrol | 194 g/km | 62 |
| 2017 | 3.0 L | 476 kW (647 PS) | Petrol | 194 g/km | 10 |
| 2014–2015 | 4.0 L | 309 kW (420 PS) | Petrol | 269–276 g/km | 123 |
United Kingdom 2 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2018M3 Saloon - from June 2014 · M3 Saloon · M3 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2014–2018M3 Saloon - from June 2014 · M3 Saloon · M3 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 204 g/km |
France 1 version
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015M3 Berline | – | 317 kW (431 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 204 g/km |
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2018SIDI | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 272–273 g/km |
| 2015–2018SIDI | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automated manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 280–299 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2018Compact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automated manual | 11.9–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278–284 g/km |
| 2015–2018Compact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.6–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267–273 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.