2016 BMW M3 Specifications
Compare important 2016 BMW M3 technical specifications like exterior dimensions, ground clearance, wheelbase, interior space volume, engine's power as measured by horsepower and torque output, weight of the vehicle, towing & payload capacity or gas tank size to know the estimated mpg.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Exterior length |
184.5 " |
| Exterior body width |
73.9 " |
| Exterior height |
56.1 " |
| Horsepower |
425 @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque |
406 @ 1,850 rpm |
| Fuel economy - city |
17 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
26 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
4.4 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
13.1 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
107 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
.9 |
| Slalom speed |
61 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
3.31/3.53 " |
| Curb weight |
3,540 lbs. |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
4,630 lbs. |
| Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR) |
2,185 lbs. |
| Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR) |
2,580 lbs. |
| Wheelbase |
110.7 " |
| Front track |
62.2 " |
| Rear track |
63.1 " |
| Turning radius |
20.0 '' |
| Ground clearance |
4.7 " |
| Front legroom |
42.0 " |
| Rear legroom |
35.1 " |
| Front headroom |
40.3 " |
| Rear headroom |
37.7 " |
| Front shoulder room |
55.1 " |
| Rear shoulder room |
55.1 " |
| Luggage volume |
12.0 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
12.0 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
15.9 gal. |
| Payload |
980 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient |
.34 |
2016 BMW M3 Interior Features
One of the most notable features of the M3, however, is its roomy interior. The 2016 BMW M3 comes with a variety of specs on the inside. You can find out more about these features in the chart below.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Air conditioning, front |
dual zone automatic |
| Air filter |
std |
| Underseat ducts |
std |
| Cargo concealed storage |
std |
| Cargo tie downs |
std |
| Clock |
in-dash |
| Cruise control |
std |
| Cupholders |
front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet |
4 |
| Floor console |
full |
| Floor mats |
carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
power |
| Rear windows |
power |
| 1-touch window up |
front and rear |
| 1-touch window down |
front and rear |
| Programmable garage door opener |
std |
| Instrumentation |
analog |
| Driver information centre |
std |
| Tachometer |
std |
| Trip computer |
std |
| Low fuel warning |
std |
| Service interval warning |
std |
| Exterior temperature display |
std |
| Lighting - glovebox |
std |
| Lighting - map lights |
front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
fade |
| Lighting - cargo light |
std |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
| Rear window defogger |
std |
| Rear view mirror |
auto-dimming day-night |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
| Remote trunk release |
power |
| Retained accessory power |
std |
| Seatback storage pockets |
2 |
| Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column |
std |
| Steering wheel material |
leather |
| Cargo net |
std |
| Air conditioning, rear |
with separate controls |
| Head-up display |
opt |
| Cell phone |
pre-wiring |
2016 BMW M3 Exterior Features
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| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Antenna |
window grid |
| Body material |
galvanized steel/aluminum/composite |
| Paint |
clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
black w/chrome surround |
| Door count |
4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
trunk |
| Tinted windows |
light |
| Rear window type |
fixed |
| Mirrors |
power remote driver, power remote w/tilt down passenger |
| Heated door mirrors |
std |
| Sunroof |
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
lip |
| Front tires |
P255/40YR18.0 BSW run flat performance |
| Wheels |
18" silver forged aluminum |
| Windshield wipers - front |
variable intermittent |
| Windshield wipers - rain sensing |
std |
| Mirrors, auto dimming |
driver and passenger |
| Tires - rear |
275/40YR18 |
2016 BMW M3 Seats
The seats are one of the most important aspects of any car, and each 2016 BMW M3 trim level may have different seating options, so be sure to carefully compare the specifications. Some trims have leather upholstery, "memory", armrest, heated seats, and some have them only for the front passengers, while other provide them for the rear seats two.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Front seat type |
sport |
| Standard seating |
5 passengers |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
10-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
10-way power |
| Lumbar support |
driver and passenger |
| Front armrests |
center sliding |
| Front head restraints |
fixed |
| Heated front seats |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
driver |
| Rear seats |
40-20-40 bench |
| Rear armrest |
with pass-thru |
| Rear head restraints |
3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
cloth/leather |
| Heated rear seats |
opt |
2016 BMW M3 Entertainment System
Some 2016 BMW M3 trim levels have a built-in DVD player, voice recognition, while others have a touch screen display, bluetooth compatibility, navigation system. There are also a variety of different audio options, so be sure to compare the trim levels carefully to find the one that best suits your needs.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Radio |
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
in-dash mounted single |
| MP3 capability |
std |
| Auxiliary input jack |
std |
| DVD-Audio |
std |
| Steering wheel audio controls |
std |
| Voice recognition |
std |
| Speakers |
16 harman/kardon |
| Amplifier |
600W premium |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume |
std |
| Navigation system |
yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility |
std |
| Equalizer |
graphic |
2016 BMW M3 Safety and Security Features
Each 2016 BMW M3 trim comes with a variety of safety and security features that will keep you and your family safe while on the road. Some of these features include airbags, traction control, stability control, side impact, panic alarm, blind spot sensors, parking assist, and more.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Airbags, frontal |
driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Occupancy sensor |
std |
| Traction control |
ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
front |
| Headlights |
high intensity low/high beam, Bi-xenon |
| Exterior light control |
fully automatic |
| Delay-off headlamps |
std |
| Daytime running lights |
std |
| Door curb lights |
4 |
| Illuminated entry |
std |
| Remote keyless entry |
keyfob (all doors) |
| Keyless access system |
std |
| Panic alarm |
std |
| Door locks |
power with 2 stage unlock |
| Rear child safety door locks |
std |
| Content theft deterrent alarm system |
std |
| Ignition disable |
std |
| Theft deterrent radio |
std |
| Low tire pressure warning |
std |
| Parking assist |
opt |
| Airbags, knee protection |
driver and passenger |
| LED taillights |
std |
| Lane departure warning |
opt |
| Blind spot sensor |
opt |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
BMW Assist eCall |
| Stolen vehicle tracking |
std |
| Directionally adaptive headlights |
std |
| Headlight washer |
opt |
2016 BMW M3 Mechanical Features
The 2016 BMW M3 will have different mechanical features depending on the trim level that you choose. Some of the other features that you may find in the higher-level trim levels include air suspension, brake assist, speed sensitive steering, an electronic limited slip differential, a performance exhaust system.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine |
3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - valvetrain |
DOHC |
| Brakes |
4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
4-wheel |
| Brake assist |
std |
| Drive type |
rear-wheel |
| Exhaust |
stainless steel |
| Steering |
rack and pinion |
| Speed sensitive steering |
Servotronic |
| Suspension tuning |
sport |
| Front suspension type |
strut |
| Front anti-roll bar |
std |
| Front shocks |
gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
coil |
| Rear suspension type |
multi-link |
| Rear anti-roll bar |
std |
| Rear shocks |
gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
coil |
| Electronic stability system |
std |
| Sequential shift control |
opt |
| Transmission |
6-spd man w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
3.46 |
| Turbocharger |
twin turbo |
| Locking/limited slip differential |
std |
| Ride control |
opt |
| Adaptive suspension |
opt |
2016 BMW M3 Other Specs
In general, the 2016 BMW M3 lower-level trims will have fewer features. If you are looking for a vehicle that has all of the latest and greatest features, then you will want to choose one of the higher-level trim levels.
| Trims |
Base 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan, Engine: 3.0L I-6 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
4000 |
