The 2021 BMW M3 is part of the highly respected M Series, representing the sixth generation of the iconic high-performance sports sedan. Under the hood, the M3 features a base 3.0-liter Inline-6 TwinPower Turbo engine delivering 473 horsepower, or a high-performance variant with 503 horsepower in the Competition model. Both are coupled with an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, with the base model offering a 6-speed manual option. All models are rear-wheel drive. Safety features include Active Guard with Frontal Collision Warning, City Collision Mitigation, and Lane Departure Warning. Tech highlights encompass a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch central information display, BMW Live Cockpit Professional, and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The significant change for 2021 is the rejuvenation of the exterior design, now more muscular, accentuating the vehicle's performance orientation.