Overview & Reviews

For the 2009 BMW M3, a redesigned iDrive controller debuts for the optional navigation system, which is now hard-drive-based and features real-time traffic. Also, the M3 sedan receives the same new taillights and other rear-end styling tweaks as the regular 3 Series sedan, as well as assorted minor interior enhancements.

• Ferocious acceleration, phenomenal handling, civilized ride, sublime front seats, functional backseat, available in three body styles.

• Navigation system requires the addition of iDrive, limited interior storage.

User Reviews:

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  Good Step Up for Me - 2009 BMW M3
  By Nawaaz Ismail - August 8 - 3:08 pm

  Overall, I am happy with my decision of choosing the current M3 Sedan. I have had it for a good year now, and I have learned a lot from owning and driving it. Previously, I used to own a 06 Evo IX MR, and I sold it so that I could get into an M3. Its not really a step up in performance for me, but its a much stronger built car, all the way from its tranny, to how the car feels so planted during higher speeds. Ive had the opportunity to take my M3 to the track 5 times so far, and I expect to continue taking part in Drivers Education events every month. The M3 is not the perfect car out there, but it is the perfect car for me at this stage of my life.

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  Outstanding Performance Sedan - 2009 BMW M3
  By RKerns - June 10 - 5:00 pm

  The M3 sedan is an excellent all around performance car. I traded in an RS4 for this car and have no regrets at all. For me the M3 handles so much better than the RS4. It also delivers power better, sounds better, shifts better and scrubs off speed better. It corners like a car weighing 600 pounds less. The exhaust note sounds fantastic, like a proper V8. The steering can feel a bit numb but once you attack a corner it comes alive and you know exactly what the front tires are doing (unlike the RS4). The car is a real hooligan and blast to drive. Poised and well balanced, I think you would be hard pressed to find a sedan with the same attributes for the money.

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  Too early to tell - 2009 BMW M3
  By Mark - March 25 - 8:43 pm

  Presently have only 1400 miles. Havent been too aggressive yet in the car. The engine sounds fantastic, but the car is definitely not a rocketship. The car turns a lot of heads, but it isnt real comfortable to drive. Hoping to take it out onto the local track to see how she handles under pressure. Except for the power mode setting, can barely feel a difference between any of the other M settings. Hopefully a little more time behind the wheel will help with the learning curve. Weve had a number of other Beemers - Im still more comfortable driving the X5 or 550i.