BMW G80 M3 Wheels

BMW G80 M3 Wheel Performance

Despite being the most powerful and arguably capable M3 out of the box, the G80 M3 wheels were an interesting array of double-staggered fitments from the factory. For owners looking to maximize the overall performance of their new M3 or simplify away from the overly complex factory wheels and tires, lightweight performance wheels are an excellent initial upgrade. We created wheels like the forged VS-5RS and SM-10RS to give owners xDrive and RWD compatible fitments that also increase performance. Find out what fitment suits your driving style on our G80 M3 Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide.

About the G80 M3

The G80 M3 first launched in the 2021 model year and is powered by the S58 3.0l twin turbo I6. This engine first debuted in the F97 X3M back in 2019 and has an output of 473hp in the standard M3 and a whopping 503hp in the M3 competition. To cope with that massive power, the M3 competition was only offered in an X-drive configuration mated to the widely used ZF 8 speed automatic transmission. Later on BMW allowed for a RWD M3 comp for those brave enough to forgo X-drive. Due in part to the high output of the S58 in competition tune and the smooth nature of a traditional torque converter style automatic transmission, BMW decided to part ways with their dual clutch transmissions used on the previous two M3 chassis. Luckily for the die hard driving enthusiasts, the standard M3 can still be optioned in a RWD configuration with a 6 speed manual transmission.

Despite the impressive number on paper and overwhelmingly positive reviews of the new M3s driving dynamics, many people despised the radical front end styling and high curb weight (~3,750 for the M3 and ~3,925 for the competition). If you like the styling or can look past it with some choice aesthetic mods, the G8X platform really is an insanely fast and comfortable daily driver or track weapon.

Why We Think it’s a Good Track Car

As with every new M car, it’s faster than the previous model. In the case of the G8X, a LOT faster! Even in stock tune, the newest M3 from Bavaria can set some blisteringly quick lap times in the base or competition trim. For the driving purists, the RWD manual variant will still provide that sweet balanced M car feel we’ve all grown to love. These models will benefit especially from a widened staggered set of G80 M3 wheels to ensure maximum rear end grip.

While it’s still a bit too soon to say, the G8X has proved pretty reliable with adequate cooling with the stock ECU tune. Despite its somewhat hefty curb weight nearly all trusted car reviewers have nothing but praise for the G8X’s stellar track performance. Best of all, the aftermarket is already ramping up for these cars and we’ve got you covered when it comes to premium forged G80 M3 wheels. For those who live by lap times, the M3 competition will fight well above its pay grade both on the road course or drag strip.

Don’t just take our word for it, find out what Top Gear presenter Chris Harris has to say out the G80 M3 in an on track review: Chris Harris drives the new BMW M3 | Top Gear