BMW Performance Data 78 models · 908 recorded tests

BMW 0–60 Times

BMW acceleration data on this page brings together 908 recorded test results across 78 models, with 904 production-model tests that include a 0–60 mph time. It is built to help you compare BMW 0–60 mph times, quarter-mile times, and broader acceleration results across sedans, sports cars, SUVs and crossovers, and electric vehicles.

Among the standout results, a production-model M8 test posts the quickest recorded 0–60 mph time in the archive at 2.5 seconds. Separately, a production-model M4 result delivers the quickest recorded quarter-mile at 10.6 seconds, while models such as the iX and X3 show how quick BMW performance extends beyond coupes.

The available tests cover BMW model years from 1959 through 2026, giving useful context for comparing individual model years, trims, and the quickest recorded results within the lineup. Results are compiled from reputable automotive publications and independent instrumented tests, with entries that may include year, trim, 0–60 mph time, quarter-mile time, trap speed, and source details.

Fastest 0–60 2.50sec M8
Models Listed 78total 78 with test data
Total Tests 908runs Verified measurements
Top Ranked 10.70sec Best ¼ mile · M8
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Fastest BMW models

by 0–60 time
# Model Best 0–60 Best ¼ Mile Tests
1 BMW M8 2.50s 10.70s 3
2 BMW M5 2.60s 10.60s 50
3 BMW M3 2.70s 10.70s 74
4 BMW M4 2.80s 11.00s 24
5 BMW Alpina 3.20s 11.40s 14
6 BMW Alpina B8 3.20s 11.40s 1
7 BMW X3 3.20s 11.50s 36
8 BMW X4 3.20s 11.60s 15
9 BMW iX 3.20s 11.50s 7
10 BMW i7 3.20s 11.50s 5
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All BMW models

78 models

Below are 78 BMW models with production timing data.

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Popular BMW models

In sports cars, the M8 sets the pace at 2.5 seconds to 60 mph. Among electric vehicles, the iX leads at 3.2 seconds. In SUVs and crossovers, the X3 matches that 3.2-second mark. For sedans, the 760i is quickest at 3.5 seconds.

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BMW performance overview

The quickest 0-60 time is 2.5 seconds, the average is 4.85 seconds, and the slowest recorded 0-60 time is 10.2 seconds. The best quarter-mile pass is 10.6 seconds, showing a broad spread from classic slower results to modern high-performance numbers.

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Frequently asked questions

The fastest BMW by 0-60 is the M8 with a best run of 2.5 seconds.
The average 0-60 time across production-tested BMW vehicles is 4.85 seconds.
The quickest BMW quarter-mile result is 10.6 seconds, recorded by the M4.
There are 78 BMW models with production timing data.
BMW is covered here across Sports Cars, Electric Vehicles, SUVs & Crossovers, and Sedans.