Wow: THIS is the Best BMW You Can Buy (BMW M3 Touring 2024 Review)

In-depth review of the twin-turbo straight-six-powered wagon that BMW fans have been lusting for.

Editor Tom Baker hits the track to see whether the 375kW and 650Nm all-wheel-drive estate lives up to expectations as a thrilling driver’s car and tests its 3.6-second 0-100km/h claim.

And Chasing Cars also hits the Australian roads to see if the five-door brute is livable enough day to day in its role as a tempered and comfy family hauler when it needs to be.

Is the G81 M3 Touring the ultimate go-fast duality machine? We discover a grown-up, polished and satisfyingly fiery proposition that ticks so many boxes we’d hoped that it would and decide whether it’s worth the hype and the considerable $180k splurge.

Time codes:
0:00 - Hype reel
0:17 - Intro to the M3 Touring G81
0:24 - Price
0:37 - As tested details
0:49 - E46 M3 Touring Concept
0:58 - Options fitted
1:06 - M3 range pricing
1:53 - Interior
2:15 - Practicality
2:48 - Pricey options
2:58 - M Carbon Experience
3:15 - Available colours
3:50 - Insane seats
4:42 - Steering wheel
5:00 - Infotainment package
5:23 - Climate controls
5:31 - Interior quality
5:51 - Storage
6:11 - Beak seat
6:34 - Rear room
7:09 - Flexibility
7:46 - Row two appointments
8:27 - Rear styling
8:50 - Glass hatch
9:07 - 500L boot space
9:44 - Running costs
10:29 - Fuel economy
10:52 - Warranty
10:54 - Insurance
11:11 - Driving
12.00 - Balanced manner
12:17 - Size and chassis
12:38 - Better than performance SUVs
13:35 - Weight
13:48 - S58 twin-turbo six
14:20 - All-wheel drive
14:35 - Switchable rear drive
15:15 - M Dynamic Mode
15:52 - M Traction Control
16:20 - Tyre effect
16:55 - Steering feel
17:26 - Ride quality
18:14 - Suitability for the family
18:42 - Revised transmission
19:29 - Around town refinement
19:44 - 0-100km/h testing
19:54 - Braking
20:22 - Safety
20:52 - Our verdict

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[chasingcars]

It took quite a bit to supplant the sublime M340i as the car we think is BMW's best – but the M3 Touring has done it, nostrils and all

[samcas]

I’d go an alpina b3 touring with a proper bespoke lavalina interior for the pan roof alone, but mostly because my f80 comp put me off M cars, the ride and nvh in that thing on Aussie roads and coarse bitumen was nauseating. But alas I ordered an exclusive rs6 perf instead because in these final days of ice, v8 lives matter

[justiceg]

I don't think there's such a thing as a 200k+ family car, kids aren't getting their grubby mits on it

[MichaelRengaz]

Would love for you to do a comparison between the Alpina B3 Touring and the M3 Touring and get your thoughts on the superior daily 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[hellothere]

No doubt a bloody great car but I'd park it nose in majority of the time. Personally the F90 M5 is possibly one of the best looking M car around. Give it a few more years and it'll be more affordable seeing that depreciation absolutely murder these cars.

[Ant-iukg]

I currently own a G80 M3 sedan manual and love it. Love the front end design, its very agressive, and creates a clear distinction between a normal 3 series. My new M3 touring is built and on a boat, cant wait to pick it up when it arrives. 😊

[YomiDave]

This car is amazing, I don't think I can watch this presentation, as I'll go an buy one!

[fredc]

I switched my M340i touring for M3 touring, great daily all rounder, looks mean and cool front and the back.

[RockGarden]

How does driving this thing compare to the Stelvio Quad ?

[zaamuro]

I would get a Alpina B3 wagon instead for its looks and uniqueness compared to the M3.

[ghowells]

Thanks, great review although pretty expensive as chopped my Macan GTS in for a samphire black m3 touring with ultimate pack and ceramics 🤓

[SPQRTempus]

When I asked my local dealer why I cannot buy the M340i xDrive Touring any more in my market, he said BMW wants to sell more of these. The only factor that is causing me a moment of pause is the price tag. They're asking a lot more over it's competition, but it does appear that it is money well spent.

[davidkeenan]

Matt paint looks good and tends to mask the front grille.

[grahammcgrath]

Own an M240 I and driven the M3 and the touring and they are all brilliant 👍

[qtachi_]

Amazing car review!! now I have to wait 20 years so I can afford it

[jarkkohaimakainen]

11:41 A beautiful shot of the front of the new M3 Touring

[S_G_B]

14:44 Old mate sent it a bit too hard 😅

[samdeeshsahni]

HI Tom and Team, can you please review Volvo S60 MY23? Or is it in the works already? Love your work, thanks!

[vsboy]

Finally a proper car on this channel .

[MegaGecas]

what the hell was that at 14:45 with that truck?