There is no doubt that the automotive industry is evolving and replacing older models at a rapid speed. Thus, facing similar changes we can see that the era of the BMW M3 Manual is about to end as BMW’s limited-edition MT Final Edition goes on sale, which is also going to be the Last Manual M3 For Japan.
The M3 MT Final Edition is a special model that is limited to 150 units of production. If more than 150 people are interested in purchasing the special model, BMW will hold a lottery in May to decide how the units will be distributed to honor the 35th anniversary of Roberto Lavalier's first-ever victory in the DTM for BMW.
What makes MT Final Edition so special?
First, the work and efforts on each detail distinguish this limited edition from the regular M3 which is covered later in the article in detail. Other than that, With the release of the M3 MT Final Edition in Japan, BMW has officially discontinued the use of manual transmissions in the M3 lineup.
This special edition, which retails for ¥14,200,000 (roughly Rs 78.97 lakh), is the most expensive M3 model with a manual gearbox. The M3 MT Final Edition will only be available for purchase on the official BMW website in Japan, and deliveries are anticipated to start in the second quarter of 2024.
There will be 50 units available in each of the three color options—Alpine White, Black Sapphire, and M Brooklyn Grey. If more orders are placed than there are available cars, BMW Japan will hold a lottery to select owners. Orders for the car will be accepted through March 27.
MT Final Edition: Exterior & Interior
As already mentioned above the work and efforts on each detail distinguish this limited edition from the regular M3. Thus, The most noticeable external cosmetic change is the gold wheels, which are a nod to the vehicle Lavalier drove to victory in the German Touring Car Championship.
The M3 MT Final Edition's interior features a Harman/Kardon surround sound system, M carbon interior trim, black Merino leather upholstery with red accents, and M sport seats. An additional nod to Lavalier's race car is the red accents on the inside.
MT Final Edition: Powertrain
The 3.0-liter, straight-six, twin-turbocharged, petrol engine, also referred to as the S58, powers the M3. The car's standard model generates 480 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque, while the competition model produces 510 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque.
The M3, which has an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual gearbox, can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The maximum speed can be increased to 290 km/h with an extra M Driver's package.
With the future in mind, BMW is working diligently to update the M3, making it resemble the recently redesigned BMW M4. The M3 Competition is reportedly expected to receive an upgrade that adds 20 horsepower, for a total output of 523 horsepower.
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