2025 BMW M3 Competition xDrive - POV Driving Impressions

2025 BMW M3 Competition M xDrive Sedan
MSRP: $85,300
Exterior Color: Frozen Tampa Bay Green Metallic $4500
Black Full Merino Leather Interior $2550
Carbon Package (19/20 M Dual-Spoke Bicolor Wheels, Carbon Fiber trim, BMW Curved Display with HUD, M Carbon Bucket Seats, M Carbon Ceramic Brakes, M Drive Professional, M Driver's Package) $14,300
Parking Assistance Package $700
Executive Package $1600
M Shadowline Lights $250
Galvanic controls $100
M Alcantara Steering wheel $500
Destination $1175
Total price as tested: $110,975

Engine and Drivetrain
3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six (S58)
523 horsepower (increased 20hp for 2025)
479 lb-ft of torque
8-speed automatic transmission (Competition trims are automatic only)
M xDrive all-wheel drive system with selectable 4WD, 4WD Sport, and 2WD (RWD) modes

Performance
0–60 mph 3.4 seconds
Quarter-mile: 11.1 seconds at 124 mph
Curb weight: 3,990 lbs

Chassis and Brakes
Adaptive M suspension
Large M compound brakes standard; optional carbon-ceramic brakes
Staggered wheels: typically 19-inch front, 20-inch rear

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel tank: about 15.6 gallons
Trunk space: about 17 cubic feet

Fuel Economy (EPA estimate)
16 mpg city, 23 mpg highway, 18 mpg combined

Interior and Tech
M steering wheel with optional heated and carbon trim
New iDrive 8.5 with curved display
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi hotspot standard

Available packages: Executive Package (upgraded lights, head-up display, heated wheel), Parking Assistance Package (surround view, self-park), Driving Assistance Professional Package (adaptive cruise, lane assist)

Safety Features
Lane departure warning
Blind spot monitoring
Rear cross-traffic alert
Forward collision warning and mitigation
Lane keeping assist

Key Updates for 2025
Power increased by 20 hp to 523 hp
Light exterior styling refresh with updated headlights and trim details
Upgraded infotainment to iDrive 8.5
Interior refinements including new ambient lighting and steering wheel updates

0:00 Walkaround
9:45 Driving Impressions
17:15 Final Thoughts

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Vehicle was provided by the manufacturer for testing and review.

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