In addition to automatic gear selection, you also have the option of sporty manual gearshifts via shift paddles on the steering wheel. In automatic mode, gear selection adapts to your individual driving style. However, in manual mode, a gear shift indicator gives you recommendations for efficient driving. The Shift Lights, which are integrated into the instrument cluster and the BMW Head-up display, also help in highly dynamic driving in the upper rotational speed range. At high speeds, the eighth gear reduces rotational speed and fuel consumption.
[Note: 2023 BMW M3 is equipped with manual transmission.]
