All BMW M3 Coupe Models by Year (1986-2013) – Specs, Pictures & History – autoevolution

The facelift for the last naturally aspirated V8 BMW M3 was introduced in 2010 and it had to pay the price for the eco-trend but in an M3 way. It was more eco-friendly, but powerful as before.

In 2010 the world economic crisis was over and the money started to go again toward sport coupe vehicles. The M3 Coupe, as one of the best choices in the premium segment, had to come with something more than before. And it brought a mild refreshed look and few special versions.

For the front side, the car featured a black kidney-grille unlike the chromed one from the non-facelifted version. On the lower side of the front bumper, there was a carbon-fiber lip extension available. On the side, there was a new option for the light-alloy wheels design.

Inside, there were some subtle modifications to the already very appreciated design. On the instrument cluster, 8 LEDs shift-light were installed on top of the tachometer case. The control panel for the climate unit received the buttons for the heated seats, which were placed lower on the non-facelifted version.

To lower the CO2 emissions, the 2010 M3 was fitted with a start-stop system, which worked on both manual and automatic transmission. The Competition Package was introduced and it offered adjustable dampers settings, for those who were trying their cars on a race-track.