BMW Malaysia has made a powerful impression at the MY BMW World 2025 exhibition with the debut of its latest M models, showcasing the full breadth of performance, innovation, and design associated with the marque’s high-performance division. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the New BMW M5, now featuring an electrified powertrain for the first time — a bold step in the evolution of BMW M performance. Accompanying it were the New BMW M3 Competition M xDrive, the dynamic and compact New BMW M2, and the public premiere of the New BMW M4 Competition Coupé M xDrive.
Among the standout models, the New BMW M3 Competition M xDrive reaffirmed its status as a benchmark in the high-performance executive saloon segment. Now enhanced with sharper styling and technological upgrades, it blends track-ready dynamics with everyday practicality. The updated design includes newly sculpted LED headlights as standard, with optional Adaptive LED Headlights incorporating Matrix technology and High-Beam Assistant for improved visibility.
Flared wheel arches, M quad tailpipes, and high-gloss Shadowline trims accentuate its aggressive stance, while double-spoke 826 M forged wheels in black — staggered in 19 and 20 inches front and rear — provide a purposeful finish. Red high-gloss M Compound brakes offer both aesthetic appeal and potent stopping power. At the rear, a high-gloss black BMW M emblem with a silver outline subtly nods to its exclusive M heritage.
Inside, the cabin reflects BMW’s meticulous attention to detail, merging motorsport functionality with refined craftsmanship. A newly designed M leather steering wheel with a flattened bottom and M-colour contrast stitching features M1 and M2 shortcut buttons for quick access to custom drive modes. The BMW Curved Display — a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen — operates on BMW Operating System 8.5, offering M-specific graphics for an intuitive, driver-focused experience.
Motorsport-inspired carbon fibre trim, an anthracite M headliner, and galvanised controls heighten the sense of performance luxury. Other enhancements include redesigned air vents, a red Start/Stop button, and Comfort Access for seamless entry. M Sport seats with electric adjustment, lumbar support, memory function, and signature M seat belts provide both comfort and support, complemented by a luxury instrument panel. A Harman Kardon surround sound system with 16 speakers and a 464-watt amplifier completes the premium interior.
Beneath the bonnet lies the formidable BMW M TwinPower Turbo six-cylinder in-line engine — a high-revving unit adapted from BMW’s endurance race car, the M4 GT3. Producing 530hp and 650Nm of torque, this latest iteration marks a 20 hp improvement over its predecessor. The result is blistering acceleration, reaching 0–200 km/h in just 11.8 seconds. Power is transmitted through an eight-speed M Steptronic Sport transmission, ensuring smooth and immediate gear shifts. For purists, the standard M3 Competition retains rear-wheel drive and offers 510hp, delivering a more traditional driving experience.
The car’s handling is sharpened with Adaptive M Suspension, which adapts in milliseconds to road conditions and driver input, offering an ideal blend of comfort and responsiveness. The M xDrive all-wheel-drive system ensures maximum grip and agility by distributing power dynamically between the axles. The drive setup can be tailored for either rear-biased excitement or full traction, supported by the M Sport Differential and M Drive Professional package. These systems work together to provide enhanced performance control, including integrated drift analysis and telemetry in Track mode. Practical features such as Cruise Control with braking, Driving Assistant, and Parking Assistant Plus reinforce the M3’s everyday usability.
The New BMW M3 Competition M xDrive is offered in a wide palette of exterior colours that cater to individual tastes. These include vivid finishes like M Sao Paulo Yellow, M Portimao Blue, M Toronto Red, Isle of Man Green, and Aventurine Red, as well as more understated hues such as Alpine White, Skyscraper Grey, and Black Sapphire. Inside, customers can choose from four Merino leather upholstery options: Yas Marina Blue with contrasting elements, Silverstone, Kyalami Orange, and classic Black. Each interior combination is designed to echo the M3’s bold, sporting persona while offering a refined, bespoke feel.
As BMW Malaysia continues to electrify and elevate its M portfolio, the MY BMW World 2025 exhibition marks a significant milestone in the brand’s performance journey, with the New BMW M3 Competition M xDrive standing proudly at the forefront of innovation and driving exhilaration.
The new M3 Competition M xDrive has a starting price of RM838,800. Additionally, the BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (BSRI) programme ensures peace of mind with a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty, along with 5 years / 100,000km of service coverage. For Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), service coverage extends to 6 years with unlimited mileage, while an 8-year high-voltage battery warranty. With BMW Roadside Assistance, customers can receive 24/7 emergency support – including towing, courtesy cars, and hotel accommodation in the event of an unprecedented emergency.
