All articles tagged with #m3
A 1995 US-spec BMW M3 E36 with Mugello Rot paint and a Dinan bolt-in supercharger boosting the S50B30US to about 340 hp is listed on Craigslist for $33,500. It has recent maintenance (new radiator, water pump, belts, hoses), 83,051 miles, rust-free West Coast origin, a clean interior, and some cosmetic wear on paint and aftermarket wheels. The big question: is $33.5K a fair price for a now-classic M3 with added power?
BMW’s next M3, due in 2028, is testing with a mild-hybrid version of its updated twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six, while adopting Neue Klasse styling and a grille-less front. A manual gearbox could stay “as long as possible,” despite engineering challenges. Power figures are expected to remain in the current range (roughly 473–523 hp) with improved efficiency, and the interior is set to feature large screens.
Verge notes that after price increases, the 11-inch iPad Air with the M3 (128GB, Wi‑Fi + 5G) is just $499 at Best Buy, a strong under-$500 deal that outpaces the base iPad and is close to the newer M4 Air in performance for far less money, thanks to the M3’s power, Apple Pencil Pro support, hover capability, and a laminated display, with iPadOS 27 coming later this year.
BMW previews an electric M3 via the M Concept Neue Klasse, a four-motor, all‑wheel‑drive sedan with a battery over 100 kWh and 800V fast charging, featuring a shark‑nose front and ducktail styling and built on new i3‑based tech with natural‑fiber composites. Production is expected around 2027 (likely under the M3 badge, not iM3), while an inline‑six gasoline M3 is planned for 2028 and other M EVs like an X3 M may follow from the same platform.
BMW confirms the G80 M3 will be the last gasoline-powered version, with the 2027 M3 CS Handschalter marking the final gas variant and gas M3 production ending in February 2027; a gas G84 is planned for 2028 in some markets. Meanwhile, BMW will launch a four-motor, all-electric M3 next year on the new Gen6 eDrive platform, powered by a ~100 kWh+ battery and delivering about 800–900 hp, with Gen6 promising roughly 30% more range and 30% faster charging than Gen5, plus M‑specific software and a new soundscape.
BMW confirms the sixth-generation M3 will end with the 2027 model year, marking the CS Handschalter as North America’s sendoff for the manual version. Final production of the current M3 is expected in early 2027, while the next-generation M3 is planned for 2028 and will shift production to Dingolfing; an electric M3 is teased to arrive earlier, possibly next year, with a quad-motor ZA0 setup and a large battery. The new M3 is anticipated to keep a turbo inline-six in some form but may adopt mild-hybrid tech and, in some markets, be automatic-only with all-wheel drive, signaling the end of the traditional six-speed manual. BMW hints that M2/M4 manuals may survive a few more years, but the industry trend suggests manuals will fade by the decade’s end, so enthusiasts should act soon if they want a manual M3 (or related models).
BMW is developing an all-electric M3 to be revealed in 2027 after the new 3 Series debuts; it will use four motors (one per wheel) and a central Drive Dynamics computer called the Heart of Joy to fine‑tune steering and traction, likely around 1,000 hp (with possible higher bursts), a 108 kWh battery for roughly 450 miles of range, and sub‑3‑second 0–60 mph performance, targeting rivals like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. A petrol-hybrid M3 variant is also expected.
The article compares the performance of Apple Silicon chips from M1 to M5 over five years, highlighting the advancements and improvements in each generation.
B&H offers a rare $500 discount on the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD, bringing the price down to $999, making it a compelling deal compared to the newer M4 model and previous prices.
Amazon has dropped the price of the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM to a new all-time low of $1,099, which is $800 off the original price and significantly cheaper than the M4 model, making it a compelling option for most users.
A 15-inch M3 MacBook Air with 512GB storage and 24GB RAM is on sale for $1199, matching the base M4 model's price but with more storage and memory, making it a highly attractive deal despite some differences in webcam and display support. The deal is available on Amazon and is worth considering for those needing a powerful, portable laptop with ample storage and memory.
Amazon is offering a significant discount on the 13-inch 24GB M3 MacBook Air with 512GB SSD, now priced at $999, which is $500 off its list price and cheaper than the M4 variant with similar specs.
Apple's latest iPad Air models, powered by the M3 chip, are now available at their lowest prices ever on Amazon, with $150 off on both the 11-inch and 13-inch versions, making them highly affordable for students and tech enthusiasts alike.
Amazon is offering the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM at $1,199, which is $500 off the list price and $200 less than the current M4 sale price, making it a highly valuable deal for those interested in the M3 model.
The new MacBook Air M3 offers small but significant upgrades over its predecessor, with improved processor speed, microphone, Wi-Fi, and doubled storage speed on the 256GB version. It can now power two external monitors with the lid closed, and the 15-inch model features louder speakers and a larger battery. However, the base models still lack sufficient memory and storage for the price, and upgrading can quickly become expensive. The M3's hardware-accelerated ray tracing capability is limited by its GPU cores and memory, and the base models come with a meager 8GB of memory. Despite these drawbacks, the MacBook Air M3 remains a solid choice for general-purpose use, but potential buyers should carefully consider their upgrade needs and costs.