Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 74 recorded runs

BMW M3 0–60 Times

The BMW M3 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 74 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested BMW M3 is the 2024 BMW M3 CS Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 2.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 10.70 seconds at 129.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested BMW M3 is the 1988 BMW M3 Coupe, which took 7.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 15.40 seconds at 91.0 mph, according to Road & Track.

Out of all the BMW M3 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.62 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.03 seconds at 109.79 mph.

Fastest 0–60 2.70sec 2024 CS Sedan · stock

Average 0–60 4.62sec Across 74 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 13.03sec @ 109.8 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 7.10sec 1988 Coupe

Across 74 verified runs, the BMW M3 ranges from 2.70 to 7.10 seconds 0–60, with a 4.62-second average.

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BMW M3 Performance Overview

BMW’s M3 performance record spans 1988 to 2025 across 74 verified tests (72 production, 2 modified), tracing a steady shift from compact, naturally aspirated gasoline coupes to today’s turbocharged super-sedan format. The E30 began with the 192-hp S14B23 and a 6.9-second 0-60 run for the 1988 Coupe, while the E36’s 240-hp S50/S52 era cut that to 5.3 seconds in the 1995 Lightweight Coupe.

The E46 period brought the 333-hp S54 and, in modified form, a 2006 Dinan Supercharged S3-R Coupe at 4.4 seconds. BMW then moved to the E90/E92/E93 generation’s 414-hp S65 V8, with the 2010 Coupe reaching 3.9 seconds. Turbocharging became standard with the F80’s S55 twin-turbo inline-six, and a 2017 Competition Package + M Performance Parts Sedan posted 3.8 seconds.

In the current G80 generation, the S58 twin-turbo inline-six ranges from 473 to 543 hp, and all tested examples remain gasoline-powered rather than hybrid or electric. Rear-drive Competition Sedan models opened at 3.5 seconds for 2021, xDrive dropped the mark to 2.8 seconds in the 2023 Competition xDrive Sedan, and the 2024 CS Sedan’s 2.7-second 0-60 and 10.7-second quarter-mile at 129 mph define the model’s current peak.

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BMW M3 0–60 Times by Generation: E30 to G80

6 generations

Generation	Years	Avg 0–60	Fastest 0–60	Tests	Notes
G80	2021–present	3.25s	2.70s — 2024 CS Sedan	8	The G80 generation (2021–present) averaged 3.25 seconds to 60 mph across 8 tests, led by the 2024 CS Sedan at 2.70 seconds. Output ranged from 473 to 543 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 configurations.
F80	2015–2018	3.95s	3.80s — 2017 Competition Package + M Performance Parts Sedan	12	The F80 generation (2015–2018) averaged 3.95 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2017 Competition Package + M Performance Parts Sedan at 3.80 seconds. Output ranged from 425 to 444 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 configurations.
E90/E92/E93	2008–2013	4.17s	3.10s — 2010 GT Coupe (Race Car)	18	The E90/E92/E93 generation (2008–2013) averaged 4.17 seconds to 60 mph across 18 tests, led by the 2010 GT Coupe (Race Car) at 3.10 seconds. Output ranged from 414 to 540 hp across 4.0L V8, 4.6L V8 configurations. Includes 2 results from 2 modified vehicles.
E46	2000–2006	4.72s	3.40s — 2003 GTR Coupe (Race Car)	17	The E46 generation (2000–2006) averaged 4.72 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2003 GTR Coupe (Race Car) at 3.40 seconds. Output ranged from 333 to 462 hp across 3.2L I-6, 3.2L Supercharger I-6, 4.0L V8 configurations. Includes 4 results from 4 modified vehicles.
E36	1992–1999	5.81s	5.30s — 1995 Lightweight Coupe	17	The E36 generation (1992–1999) averaged 5.81 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 1995 Lightweight Coupe at 5.30 seconds. Output was 240 hp across 3.0L I-6, 3.2L I-6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
E30	1986–1991	7.00s	6.90s — 1988 Coupe	2	The E30 generation (1986–1991) averaged 7.00 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1988 Coupe at 6.90 seconds. Output was 192 hp across 2.3L I-4 configurations.

G80 2021–present

Avg 0–60 3.25s

Fastest 2.70s

Tests 8

2024 CS Sedan

The G80 generation (2021–present) averaged 3.25 seconds to 60 mph across 8 tests, led by the 2024 CS Sedan at 2.70 seconds. Output ranged from 473 to 543 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 configurations.

F80 2015–2018

Avg 0–60 3.95s

Fastest 3.80s

Tests 12

2017 Competition Package + M Performance Parts Sedan

The F80 generation (2015–2018) averaged 3.95 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2017 Competition Package + M Performance Parts Sedan at 3.80 seconds. Output ranged from 425 to 444 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 configurations.

E90/E92/E93 2008–2013

Avg 0–60 4.17s

Fastest 3.10s

Tests 18

2010 GT Coupe (Race Car)

The E90/E92/E93 generation (2008–2013) averaged 4.17 seconds to 60 mph across 18 tests, led by the 2010 GT Coupe (Race Car) at 3.10 seconds. Output ranged from 414 to 540 hp across 4.0L V8, 4.6L V8 configurations. Includes 2 results from 2 modified vehicles.

E46 2000–2006

Avg 0–60 4.72s

Fastest 3.40s

Tests 17

2003 GTR Coupe (Race Car)

The E46 generation (2000–2006) averaged 4.72 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2003 GTR Coupe (Race Car) at 3.40 seconds. Output ranged from 333 to 462 hp across 3.2L I-6, 3.2L Supercharger I-6, 4.0L V8 configurations. Includes 4 results from 4 modified vehicles.

E36 1992–1999

Avg 0–60 5.81s

Fastest 5.30s

Tests 17

1995 Lightweight Coupe

The E36 generation (1992–1999) averaged 5.81 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 1995 Lightweight Coupe at 5.30 seconds. Output was 240 hp across 3.0L I-6, 3.2L I-6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.

E30 1986–1991

Avg 0–60 7.00s

Fastest 6.90s

Tests 2

1988 Coupe

The E30 generation (1986–1991) averaged 7.00 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1988 Coupe at 6.90 seconds. Output was 192 hp across 2.3L I-4 configurations.

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BMW M3 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

74 tests · 24 years

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Model Year 24

2025 BMW M3

1 verified run

Avg 0–60 3.20 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 11.40 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#05

2025 BMW M3 Competition Sedan

3.20sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.40s ¼ mi @ 125.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 3.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 11.40 sec
Trap Speed: 125.0 mph
Engine: 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 8A
Horsepower: 503 hp
Torque: 479 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,840 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 16 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Sedan
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #5 of 74

How we verify BMW M3 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same BMW M3 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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BMW M3 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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BMW M3 performance FAQs

11 questions

The 2025 BMW M3 Competition Sedan does 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds. That current-year test is for the 503-hp, 479-lb-ft rear-wheel-drive sedan with BMW’s twin-turbo S58 engine. It also runs the quarter-mile in 11.4 seconds at 125 mph.

The quickest BMW M3 on record is the 2024 BMW M3 CS Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 2.7 seconds. It is also the fastest M3 in the quarter-mile, posting 10.7 seconds at 129 mph. Across 74 total tests, no other M3 has matched that 0-60 result.

The fastest stock BMW M3 on record is the 2024 M3 CS Sedan at 2.7 seconds from 0-60 mph. That same car also holds the quickest quarter-mile result at 10.7 seconds with a 129-mph trap. It is the benchmark production M3 in straight-line performance.

Across 74 total BMW M3 tests, the average 0-60 time is 4.62 seconds. Average quarter-mile performance is 13.03 seconds at 109.8 mph. The range runs from a quickest 2.7-second sprint to 60 mph to a slowest recorded 7.1-second run.

The G80-generation BMW M3 averages 3.25 seconds from 0-60 mph across 8 tests, making it the quickest M3 generation on record. Its fastest run is 2.7 seconds, set by the 2024 M3 CS Sedan. G80 models span 473 to 543 hp and use twin-turbocharged gasoline powertrains.

The fastest G80 BMW M3 is the 2024 M3 CS Sedan, with a 0-60 mph time of 2.7 seconds. Within the G80 generation, that is the quickest verified launch result. Across the generation’s 8 recorded tests, no other G80 M3 is quicker to 60 mph.

The E46 BMW M3 averages 4.8 seconds from 0-60 mph across 16 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 4.4 seconds. E46 cars on record span 333 to 462 hp and include both naturally aspirated and supercharged examples, which helps explain the generation’s wide performance spread.

The E30 BMW M3 averages 7.0 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 tests, with a quickest run of 6.9 seconds from a 1988 Coupe. E30 models on record make 192 hp and use naturally aspirated gasoline power. It is the slowest M3 generation in straight-line acceleration.

On record, yes. BMW M3 sedans average 4.39 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, while coupes average 5.01 seconds across 32 tests. The best sedan result is 3.8 seconds, compared with 3.9 seconds for the best coupe. Overall, the sedan has the stronger acceleration record.

Yes. The BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan averages 3.07 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests, while the rear-wheel-drive Competition Sedan averages 3.4 seconds across 3 tests. The quickest xDrive run is 2.8 seconds, versus 3.2 seconds for the quickest Competition Sedan.

Across 74 total tests, the BMW M3 averages 13.03 seconds in the quarter-mile at 109.8 mph. The quickest quarter-mile result on record is 10.7 seconds at 129 mph by the 2024 M3 CS Sedan. For the 2025 model year, the Competition Sedan runs 11.4 seconds at 125 mph.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a BMW M3 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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