A BMW M3 M3 Competition 450hp (F80 – 2011 – 2020) makes about 500 hp and 680 Nm with Stage 1 software, compared with 450 hp and 600 Nm from the factory. That is 50 hp and 80 Nm extra.

This is a petrol engine with a displacement of 2,797 cc and engine code S55B30A. The engine is controlled by the Bosch MEVD17.2.G, the gearbox by the Temic DKG 436 Gen2. The software file can be written with tools such as Alientech KESS3, Alientech KESSv2, Autotuner, CMD CMDFlash, MagicMotorsport Flex and 4 more.

Besides Stage 1, the following options are available for this vehicle: DECAT, DTC Removal, START/STOP OFF, FLAPS, Pop & Bang Crackle map and Vmax.

Frequently asked questions

How much power and torque does a BMW M3 M3 Competition 450hp gain with Stage 1?

About 50 hp and 80 Nm: from 450 hp / 600 Nm to roughly 500 hp / 680 Nm. The exact gain depends on engine condition and fuel quality.

Which ECU does a BMW M3 M3 Competition 450hp use?

Bosch MEVD17.2.G (engine); Temic DKG 436 Gen2 (gearbox).

Which tools can read a BMW M3 M3 Competition 450hp?

Alientech KESS3, Alientech KESSv2, Autotuner, CMD CMDFlash, MagicMotorsport Flex, Dimsport New Genius, Dimsport New Trasdata, PCM-Flash and bFlash.

Which extra options are available for a BMW M3 M3 Competition 450hp?

DECAT, DTC Removal, START/STOP OFF, FLAPS, Pop & Bang Crackle map and Vmax.

Figures are indicative and vehicle specific. Check the regulations that apply in your country before modifying engine software.