Straightaways can become hairpin turns in the blink of an eye. But the M3’s suspension design handles whatever the road throws at it with
fi nesse. At the heart of the M3’s responsiveness is a front axle made primarily of aluminum; an additional thrust plate across the entire frame
adds stability, making the front axle not only lightweight, but extremely rigid. The fi ve-arm rear suspension features all-aluminum track control
arms and dampers; compared to construction using more conventional material, it’s stiffer and 5.5 lbs. lighter. Anti-roll bars, front and rear,
and two additional longitudinal bars contribute to the M3’s powerful, sporty dynamics and road feel. The M3’s agile suspension frees the
rest of its innovative, performance-enhancing features to operate to their most thrilling capacity.
