BMW M3 2013 Owner's Manual

BMW M3

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THE BMW M3
COUPE AND CONVERTIBLE.

MORE M THAN EVER BEFORE.

Contents

BMW M3 Coupe | BMW M3 Convertible
04 | 13 Exterior BMW M3 Coupe
14 | 15 Interior BMW M3 Coupe
16 | 27 Exterior BMW M3 Convertible
28 | 29 Interior BMW M3 Convertible

Technology
30 | 31 Engine
32 | 33 M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) with Drivelogic | M3 on the Nürburgring
34 | 35 Chassis | Lightweight construction
36 | 37 M3 heritage

Equipment
38 | 41 Paints | Upholsteries | Interior trims | Combinations
42 | 43 Equipment details
44 | 45 Technical data
46 | 47 Build Your Own | BMW Driver Training
48 | 49 BMW Services

A 414-hp, high-rev V-8 engine. A degree of agility
never before experienced. And dynamic handling that
can’t be described but only felt. The fourth-generation
BMW M3 – in Coupe and Convertible form – is a legend
in the making. Discover for yourself how the exceptional
M3 is as impressive on the road as it is on the racetrack.
And experience the exhilaration that is BMW M.

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“M” – THE MOST POWERFUL LETTER

IN THE WORLD.

M3 Convertible shown with the following equipment:

Engine:
Output:
Tor q u e :

Wheels:

Exterior color:

Upholstery:

Interior trim:

4.0-liter naturally aspirated V-8 engine
414 hp @ 8300 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
Double Spoke
(Style 220M) 19" light alloy
Jerez Black Metallic
Bamboo Beige Novillo
Extended Leather
Sycamore Anthracite Wood

BMW M3 Convertible

BMW M3 Coupe

M3 Coupe shown with the following equipment:

Engine:

Output:

Tor q u e :

Wheels:

Exterior color:

Upholstery:

Interior trim:

4.0-liter naturally aspirated V-8 engine
414 hp @ 8300 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
Double Spoke
(Style 220M) 19" light alloy
Alpine White
Palladium Silver Novillo
Extended Leather
Carbon Leather

For details on Technical data and specifications, please refer to page 44–4 5.

For details on technical data and specifications, please refer to page 44–4 5.

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Exterior

RAISING THE PULSE OF RACEDRIVERS:
THE BMW M3 COUPE.

Dubai Autodrome, 100 degrees in the shade. The M3 Coupe is already in pole position.
Since its inception, the BMW M3 has embodied the very soul of motorsport. Now it’s setting
a new benchmark on the world’s racetracks. Virtually all components have been constructed
from the ground up with one goal: to exceed the capabilities of its illustrious predecessor.
A muscular, racing-inspired 4.0-liter V-8 engine is a driving enthusiast’s dream. The M3’s
intelligent lightweight construction contributes to its dynamic responsiveness and sporty road
feel. The look is designed to set your pulse racing. Get behind the wheel – and experience the
thrill of purebred sports car performance.

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06 | 07 Exterior

MUSIC TO YOUR EARS
AT 8 40 0 B E AT S PE R M I NU TE .

One of the V-8’s many motorsport-inspired advances: using eight separate throttle butterfl ies,
one for each cylinder, to deliver faster engine response and greater overall performance and
effi ciency. Another is BMW’s variable Double-VANOS technology, which precisely adjusts
valve timing all the way up to the M3’s staggering 8400-rpm redline. It’s engineering like this
that contributes to the M3 Coupe’s 0-60 time of an incredible 4.5 seconds.1 Trust BMW M to
turn the tarmac into your paved playground.

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BMW AG test results with M Double Clutch Transmission.
BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and always wear safety belts.

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TO ACHIEVE THE M3’S SUPERIOR HANDLING,
OUR ENGINEERS HAD TO LIGHTEN UP.

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Exterior

Along with faster 0-60 times, reducing a vehicle’s weight also helps deliver lightning-quick
responsiveness and uncanny driving dynamics. BMW’s intelligent lightweight engineering gives
the latest generation M3 an enviable weight-to-power ratio of 8.9 lbs/hp. The M3’s suspension,
for example, uses weight-optimized components, like an aluminum front axle. The M3 Coupe’s
carbon-fi ber roof weighs 11 lbs. less than a steel roof, and 45 lbs. less than a steel moonroof.
By reducing the weight of the roof, BMW lowers the center of gravity, thus minimizing body roll
and enhancing grip through turns.

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A SHIFT IN THE ULTIMATE DRIVING PARADIGM.

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Exterior

As signifi ed by its V-8 engine, the BMW M3 raises the bar for high-performance vehicles in
virtually every respect. The standard M3 transmission is a smooth 6-speed manual, with a
heavy-duty clutch for immediate pickup at the starting line and during shifting. Piloting the
M3 through gear after gear all the way up to the 8400-rpm redline is the perfect way to take
advantage of all 414 horses. And when it comes to stopping power, the M3 is no less impressive.
Massive 14" cross-drilled compound brakes work in conjunction with Dynamic Brake Control
and a special high-performance-tuned anti-lock braking system for reliable, responsive vehicle
control in virtually any conditions. In the racing-inspired world of the M3, there is no room for
anything less.

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ON EVERY ROAD, YOU’RE ON THE FAST TRACK
TO DRIVING PLEASURE.

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Exterior

From the racet rack to the open road, the B MW M3 Coupe nev er fails to ama ze. It combines t he dynamics and agilit y of a sports car with
everyday practicality and comfort. Thanks to the fi nely tuned lightweight chassis with Electronic Damping Control, you can set damper
settings to on e of three levels – C omfort, Normal or Sp ort. Available in the M3 C oupe, both the Sp ort mode and Dynamic S tability C ontrol
(DSC) are tune d for more athlet ic handling wi th the Competi tion Package . This packag e also enhanc es the M3’s per formance v ia a lowered
sus pension and Y Spoke (Style 359M) 19" forged alloy wheels. In both models, DSC’s suspension control system provides enhanced driver
feedback, as does the Variable M Differential Lock, which delivers enhanced stability and increases grip. You enjoy the exceptional start-up
and acceleration, even under challenging conditions.

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14 | 15 Interior

STEP INSIDE AND PREPARE FOR TAKEOFF.

You’ll fi nd the M3 interior sleek, athletic and totally energizing. Just the
sight of the signature M trim and logo on the door sills can raise any
driver’s pulse. And like the cockpit of any track-worthy vehicle, you’re
in total control. Grip the thick, leather-wrapped rim of the compact
multi-function M sport steering wheel. It’s designed to help you handle
demanding high-performance maneuvers. Modify your vehicle setup
through buttons located on the center console, next to the shift lever.
Eye-catching back-lit instrument dials with glowing red tach hands
provide vital driving information at a glance. Check the oil temperature
gauge, as well as the tach that displays maximum available revs, which
increase as the engine warms up.

The M3 cabin is fi nished in luxurious materials of the highest quality,
such as Novillo Leather upholstery fi nished in a choice of Black,
Palladium Silver, Bamboo Beige or Fox Red. Handsome trim accents
are set off by the dark Anthracite lining the roof and the top half of the
instrument panel.

Body-hugging, fully adjustable M sport seats offer adjustable backrest
widths for improved support in the sharpest turns. The road beckons,
so strap yourself in. It’s time to drive.

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specifi cations. Visit bmwusa.com, select the BMW model of your choice, and click on

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