For the first time ever the BMW have released a new four-door BMW M3 series 3 in Australia.

Powered by a V8, 4.0-litre, 309 kW engine, producing 400 Nm of torque and revving to a mind blowing 8,400 rpm red line, the BMW M3 holds five adults comfortably and even has a rather spacious luggage capacity, so even your passengers can enjoy the meaty engine note while hitting that red line.

BMW has never offered the M3 Sedan in Australia before. There was no Sedan in previous generations, only Coupé and Convertible versions of the M3 where available Australia.

BMW high-performance enthusiasts will have access to the full range of M3 models, with the M3 Sedan already being available since November, prices will start from $145,000 plus dealer delivery and statutory charges.

Equipped with the seven-speed M double-clutch transmission with Drivelogic, the M3 Sedan accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. It also uses less fuel than the manual transmission car, at 11.9l/100km.

The BMW M3 Sedan rides on special M 18-inch light alloy wheels shod with 245/40 front and 265/40 ZR 18 tyres, while 19-inch light alloy wheels are optional, fitted with 245/35 front and 265/35 ZR 19 tyres.

The ability of the M3 Coupé to tailor the driving experience exactly to the driver's needs, or the demands of the road or track, is also available in the M3 Sedan. Some of these features are only available on BMW M3 models and not available elsewhere in the market, such as Electronic Damper Control and MDrive.

The BMW M3 Sedan is not only a high-performance sports machine, but comes exceptionally well equipped with luxury features such as Professional Navigation with an 8.8-inch full colour monitor with TV, Novillo Leather upholstery, powered and heated M Sport seats with memory functions, and backrest width adjustment and lumbar support just to name a few.

A unique feature of the M3 range, and available for the first time on a BMW Sedan in Australia, is Brake Energy Regeneration, similar to that which will be applied to Formula 1 race cars in the 2009 season.

Brake Energy Regeneration collects energy on overrun or under braking to recharge the vehicle's battery, allowing the absolute maximum engine power be delivered to acceleration rather than being diverted to power electrical systems.

Tom Noble, General Manager, Marketing, BMW Group Australia had this to say, "The arrival of the BMW M3 Sedan in Australia is a win for drivers who have longed for the practicality of a four-door/five seat sedan that delivers the punch and excitement of the M3 Coupé,"

"With its mighty engine and drivetrain package borrowed from the award-winning M3 Coupé we are certain the BMW M3 Sedan is a classic in the making."

BMW M3 Range: 
BMW M3 Sedan: $145,000
BMW M3 Coupé: $162,901
BMW M3 Convertible: $176,142