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Munich. With BMW M Ignite technology, a new engine technology patented by BMW in 2024 is set to enter series production. This new kind of pre-chamber ignition system for petrol engines will debut in the six-cylinder in-line units for the BMW M2, BMW M3 and BMW M4 from mid-2026. One of its standout benefits is a significant reduction in fuel consumption under high loads – during track use, in particular. This new engine innovation has its roots in motor sport, making it another example of the transfer of technology from the race track to the road. And it also plays a major role in meeting the stringent requirements of the Euro 7 standard.

The centrepiece of BMW M Ignite technology is the pre-chamber positioned within the cylinder head. It is connected with the cylinder’s main combustion chamber by overflow openings. The pre-chamber has its own spark plug and ignition coil, meaning the engine has two ignition systems.

At low and medium revs, the conventional spark plug in the main combustion chamber fires before the spark plug in the pre-chamber. But when the engine is operating under higher revs and loads, the pre-chamber ignition takes over the lead role, with part of the fuel-air mixture channelled through the openings into the pre-chamber also ignited there. The flames generated as a result exit the pre-chamber at around the speed of sound.

These ignition jets then ignite the mixture in the main combustion chamber above the piston at multiple points at the same time. The result is a significantly higher combustion speed. Meanwhile, the possible cause of uncontrolled combustion – i.e. “knocking” – is also countered effectively. An additional effect of this technology is a drop in the temperature of the exhaust gas.

Other new technical features alongside the pre-chamber ignition include a higher compression ratio and turbochargers with variable turbine geometry.

BMW M Ignite technology boosts the efficiency of the six-cylinder in-line engines dramatically, especially when the engine is being pushed to its limits. Under high loads, fuel consumption drops substantially. This is particularly beneficial for BMW M customers who drive their cars on race circuits – e.g. during track days: the fuel consumption reduction enabled by BMW M Ignite technology means they can keep lapping for longer on the same amount of fuel.

As well as these efficiency gains, BMW M Ignite technology also helps to meet the new European Euro 7 standard, which will come into force in November 2026. In this way, BMW M is ensuring the high-performance cars fitted with this technology will continue to meet European registration requirements in the future. The new engines therefore represent another instance of technology from racing cars making its way into series-production models.

All variants of the BMW M3 and BMW M4 will come with BMW M Ignite technology from July 2026. Production of the BMW M2 featuring this technology will get underway in August 2026. The displacement and power outputs of all the models with BMW M Ignite technology will be unchanged from those of the corresponding outgoing engines.

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Munich. BMW M GmbH once again achieved outstanding sales growth in 2025. For no less than the 14th time in a row, the manufacturer of high-performance and performance vehicles reported record sales. And for the 7th time running, BMW M GmbH vehicles outsold their competitors by a considerable margin. A sales total of 213,457 vehicles surpassed the previous year’s excellent result (206,582 vehicles) by three per cent. Both the high-performance and performance models set new benchmarks. Keys to success in all markets are a state-of-the-art model range spanning many vehicle classes and an extensive portfolio of powertrain options. In 2025, nearly every tenth BMW sold was a BMW M model. This share of 9.8 per cent represents another milestone.

“Our 14th consecutive sales record validates our strategy. We will continue to offer performance and high-performance vehicles across the entire BMW model range. With fully electric, partly electric and all-ICE powertrains,” says Franciscus van Meel, CEO of BMW M GmbH.

High-performance executive models drive growth.
The high-performance models from BMW M GmbH combine racetrack capabilities with unrestricted everyday usability. BMW M5 models became key growth drivers in 2025. The BMW M5 Sedan (energy consumption, weighted, combined: 17.6–17.2 kWh/100 km and 5.0–4.8 l/100 km (WLTP); CO₂ emissions, weighted, combined: 114–108 g/km (WLTP); CO₂ classes: with discharged battery G, weighted, combined C; fuel consumption with discharged battery: 10.7–10.5 l/100 km (WLTP))*^,1 and the BMW M5 Touring (energy consumption, weighted, combined: 18.1–17.6 kWh/100 km and 5.3–5.0 l/100 km (WLTP); CO₂ emissions, weighted, combined: 119–114 g/km (WLTP); CO₂ classes: with discharged battery G, weighted, combined D–C; fuel consumption with discharged battery: 10.9–10.7 l/100 km (WLTP))*^,1 saw enormous sales increases in their first full year on the markets, making them key contributors to the success of BMW M GmbH. Both vehicles offer a model-specific version of the M HYBRID system with a peak output of 535 kW/727 hp and a maximum system torque of 1,000 Nm. A high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor combine with an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission to provide power to the M xDrive all-wheel drive system. The great appeal of the BMW M5 Touring was underscored by a “Golden Steering Wheel” award. This accolade is awarded by “Auto Bild” and “Bild am Sonntag”, both published by the German Axel Springer SE publishing house. The high-performance model achieved the highest points score of all finalists in the competition. Moreover, the distinguished jury rated the BMW M5 Touring ahead of the other class finalists in all driving disciplines, as well as in terms of efficiency and value for money.

The BMW M2 Coupé (fuel consumption, combined: 10.2–9.7 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 230–221 g/km (WLTP), CO₂ class: G)* was the best-selling high-performance vehicle of 2025. This model is also available with a manual transmission (fuel consumption, combined: 10.2–9.7 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 230–221 g/km (WLTP), CO₂ class: G)* and as an even more track-focused BMW M2 CS special model (fuel consumption, combined: 10.0 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 226 g/km (WLTP), CO₂ class: G)*. This delivers 390 kW/530 hp of power and recently set a new record time of 7:25.5 minutes on the Nürburgring.

Favourite among performance enthusiasts: the BMW M3 family.
The BMW M3 models are another family of high-performance best-sellers. The series impresses with perfectly tailored model variants and includes sedans with various output levels. The BMW M3 entry-level model is a particularly purist vehicle that comes with a six-speed manual transmission and 353 kW/480 hp of power (fuel consumption, combined: 10.1 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 230–229 g/km (WLTP), CO₂ class: G)*. Then there are the extremely popular Touring variants. 2025 also saw the launch of the BMW M3 CS Touring (fuel consumption, combined: 10.5 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 238 g/km (WLTP), CO₂ class: G)*, the most sporting exemplar with 405 kW/551 hp. The large number of BMW M3 family sales is a clear sign of the model series’ continued allure and represents a major contribution to the new record of almost 71,500 high-performance vehicles sold.

M Performance model is BMW M GmbH best-seller.
A particularly popular model and also the best-selling BMW M GmbH vehicle of 2025 was the BMW X3 M50 (fuel consumption, combined: 8.3 l/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 189 g/km (WLTP); CO₂ class: G)*. The top athlete in the premium mid-size SAV segment offers unique performance capabilities and a charismatic appearance. The M TwinPower Turbo engine, combined with 48-volt mild hybrid technology, delivers a maximum system output of 293 kW/398 hp. The power of the BMW X3 M50 is complemented by specific chassis technology and signature M design elements. With these attributes, it overtook the BMW i4 and its M60 Gran Coupé xDrive variant (energy consumption, combined (WLTP): 20.9 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined (WLTP): 0 g/km, CO₂ class: A)*, which delivers an output of 442 kW/601 hp and a range of up to 551 km. The electric BMW i4 range-topper was the best-selling BMW M GmbH model from 2022 to 2024. 

In 2025, nearly every tenth BMW sold was a BMW M model, and the sales share of 9.8 per cent (9.4 per cent in the year prior) represents another new record. BMW M vehicles are especially popular in Switzerland, where nearly every fourth BMW ordered is a BMW M model. 

Exceptional sales total, top spots in the individual markets.
In the key markets, BMW M GmbH vehicles led the field, beating their competitors by a considerable margin. The models were particularly coveted in the U.S., the largest single market at over 72,000 units sold. But BMW M models also achieved top positions in markets such as Canada, Germany, Korea, South Africa and the United Kingdom. In China, BMW M GmbH achieved its largest absolute sales increase.

Focused model strategy to secure and expand top position.
The state-of-the-art model portfolio with its comprehensive range of ICE, plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles is at the heart of BMW M GmbH success. The development of models based on the Neue Klasse will provide further momentum. “Our strategy of being open towards new technologies once again paid off in 2025. BMW M GmbH stands for optimal performance, independently of the powertrain type. In all markets and across all vehicle classes. Customers looking for a performance or high-performance vehicle will always find it at BMW M GmbH”, says Sylvia Neubauer, Vice President Customer, Brand, Sales at BMW M GmbH.

Motorsport remains a key pillar at BMW M GmbH.
The BMW M Motorsport race cars – the BMW M Hybrid V8, the BMW M4 GT3 EVO and the BMW M4 GT4 EVO – achieved a total of more than 180 victories in 2025. In works motorsport, the BMW M Hybrid V8 delivered a competitive performance in the first half of the FIA WEC season and the BMW M GmbH marks 14th consecutive record year. The best result of a season marked by highs and lows was the 1-2 finish at Road America. The BMW M4 GT3 EVO had a tremendous season. While the 1-2 victory at the Bathurst 12 Hour race in Australia was still won by the predecessor model, the EVO version seamlessly continued the series with top results. Triumphs at the Nürburgring 24 Hours (Germany), the Suzuka 1000 (Japan), the Indianapolis 8 Hour race and in the GTD Pro Class at the 6 Hours of the Glen and the Petit Le Mans (both U.S.) are among the highlights of a season that saw over 80 victories and 100 further podium finishes.

Teams driving the BMW M4 GT4 EVO achieved over 100 victories in the 2025 season. More than any other model, the BMW M4 GT4 is associated with customer racing. The victory in the SP10 at the Nürburgring 24 Hours was a particular high point. In the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) racing series, these vehicles came out on top in nine out of ten races. Moreover, the BMW M4 GT4 EVO triumphed in all classes at the GT4 America. The strong results of the GT4 teams helped BMW M Motorsport secure the SRO manufacturers’ title in the GT4 segment. The 2026 season will see the debut of the BMW M2 Racing as a new entry-level vehicle complementing the model portfolio for customer racing.

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The success story at the Nürburgring continues. With a time of 7:29.490 minutes, the BMW M3 CS Touring (fuel consumption combined: 10.5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 238 g/km according to WLTP, CO2 class: G)* is the fastest Touring of all time on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife. Following the impressive record set by the BMW M2 CS (fuel consumption combined: 10.0 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 226 g/km according to WLTP, CO2 class G)* which now holds the top spot in the compact category, the BMW M3 CS Touring is now another representative of the fastest production vehicles from BMW M GmbH in the mid-size category.

Franciscus van Meel, CEO of BMW M GmbH, commented on this achievement: "From the very beginning, it was clear that the BMW M3 CS Touring would set new standards in dynamics. With a time under 7:30 minutes, this model impressively demonstrates that this vehicle concept perfectly combines racing DNA with everyday usability."

The ultimate "One Car Solution."
The time of 7:29.490 minutes marks a new benchmark for the Touring in the mid-size category and is also the fastest ever recorded lap time for a Touring body style on the 20.823-kilometer-long track in the "Green Hell". In April of this year, Jörg Weidinger, BMW M development engineer and seasoned record driver, first broke the 7:30-minute barrier with a Touring Car. The previous fastest time for a Touring, set by the BMW M3 Touring in 2022, was 7:35.060 minutes. 

The mid-size category is currently dominated by the latest models from the BMW M3 and M4 family. The BMW M4 CSL holds the fastest time at 7:18.137 minutes, followed by the BMW M4 CS at 7:21.989 minutes and the BMW M3 CS at 7:28.760 minutes. The new time of the BMW M3 CS Touring, just over a second behind, showcases the vehicle's extraordinary performance, reinforcing its reputation as the perfect "One Car Solution."

BMW M is at home on the Nürburgring.
The origin and heart of BMW M's success story at the Nürburgring is the BMW M Test Centre. With its professional infrastructure and perfect location, it serves as the starting point for the successful development of new vehicle projects and testing under demanding conditions. The partnership between BMW M and the Nürburgring, which has thrived for over 25 years, is a great success and is visible from afar through landmarks such as the BMW M Power Grandstand and the BMW M Bridge. Through the offerings of the local BMW M Driving Experience, enthusiasts can drive BMW M vehicles themselves under professional guidance through the "Green Hell." The redesigned BMW M Power Showroom in 2021 emphasizes the significance of the Nürburgring as the home of BMW M.

The Nürburgring Nordschleife, known worldwide as one of the most challenging racetracks, serves as a proving ground for drivers and vehicles. Spanning 20.832 kilometres and featuring over 70 corners, it demands the highest performance and driving dynamics. Lap times are a benchmark for a vehicle's sporting capabilities, with record runs monitored by a neutral testing organization to ensure compliance with production standards.

The Nürburgring plays a crucial role for BMW M not only in development and testing but also in motorsport. BMW M vehicles have achieved numerous successes, including 21 overall victories at the 24-hour race. This year, ROWE Racing secured the latest victory. After a challenging start to the weekend, the team raced from 17th position. Kelvin van der Linde (RSA), Augusto Farfus (BRA), Jesse Krohn (FIN), and Raffaele Marciello (SUI) delivered an outstanding comeback to clinch victory for BMW M Motorsport.

The first-ever BMW M3 CS Touring: Maximum performance, typical M feeling, and absolute everyday usability.
The BMW M3 CS Touring combines unprecedented performance with maximum everyday usability, expanding the BMW M GmbH lineup with another special edition model in the high-performance sports car segment, now available for the first time as a Touring Car. The 405 kW/550 hp six-cylinder in-line engine propels the vehicle from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 300 km/h. The vehicle features specially designed engine mounting and an M-specific exhaust system that delivers an emotionally charged driving sound. Power is transmitted through an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission including Drivelogic and the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system, ensuring ultra-dynamic driving characteristics and supreme traction. The chassis technology is precisely tuned, with settings for the DSC stability control and M Dynamic Mode optimized for high-performance track use. The standard M Compound braking system guarantees powerful deceleration, while an optional M Carbon-ceramic brake system is available. The interior merges a performance-oriented sports car cockpit with digital technology, exclusive design features, and a versatile interior that expands storage capacity below the high-opening tailgate from 500 to 1,510 litres.

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The model-specific performance characteristics of the engine and power transfer via the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and M xDrive all-wheel-drive system serve up dynamic thrills and supreme traction. The BMW M3 CS Touring races from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds.

The world premiere of the first-ever BMW M3 CS Touring will be hosted by the Mount Panorama Circuit in Bathurst, in the Australian state of New South Wales. The BMW M3 CS Touring will be revealed to the public for the first time on 30 January 2025 as part of the Bathurst 12 Hour race programme. Deliveries of the limited-run model to customers in Europe, Australia, Japan and South Korea, among others, will begin in March 2025. The car’s home market of Germany is by a distance its most important sales region. The special edition will be produced alongside all other variants of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M3 Touring at BMW Group Plant Munich.

Six-cylinder in-line engine adapts racing-car technology.

The 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine in the BMW M3 CS Touring was designed from the outset to deliver high performance on the race track – and it features a multitude of technological details from racing-car design. These include an extremely rigid crankcase with a sleeve-free, closed-deck construction, a forged lightweight crankshaft and a cylinder head with a 3D-printed core. The likewise weight-saving cylinder bores have a wire-arc sprayed iron coating to reduce frictional losses. The cooling system and oil supply are also designed to handle the sustained heavy loads generated during hard driving on a track.

The drive unit combines the high-revving characteristics for which M is renowned and linear power delivery into the upper reaches of the engine’s range with upgraded M TwinTurbo technology. Raising the maximum charge pressure of the two mono-scroll turbochargers to 2.1 bar and making model-specific tweaks to the engine management enable the maximum output of the BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive to be increased by another 15 kW/20 hp to 405 kW/550 hp. The engine develops its peak torque of 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) between just 2,750 and 5,950 rpm, produces its maximum output at 6,250 rpm and tops out at 7,200 rpm.

In addition, a specially designed engine mounting with increased spring rates creates an extremely rigid connection between the power unit and the vehicle’s structure. This leads to even sharper engine response and extremely direct transmission of its power to the drivetrain. Its instantaneous power delivery means the BMW M3 CS Touring can power from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds, and 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) is over in 11.7 seconds. The figures recorded using the “one-foot rollout” method* are 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.2 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 11.4 seconds. The mid-range sprint from 80 to 120 km/h (50 – 75 mph) takes 2.7 seconds in 4th gear and 3.5 seconds in 5th gear. The top speed of the special-edition model – which comes as standard with the M Driver’s Package – is electronically limited to 300 km/h (186 mph).

The car’s emotionally stirring engine note is the work of the M-specific exhaust system featuring electrically controlled flaps, a titanium rear silencer with weight-minimising design and – in customary M fashion – two pairs of tailpipes painted in matt Black. The engine’s acoustic presence varies according to the engine profile the driver selects from the M Setup menu. SPORT or SPORT+ mode produces a drive sound that injects real aural drama into proceedings, particularly through gear changes and the accompanying adjustments in rev speed.

Eight-speed M Steptronic transmission, M xDrive and Active M Differential enable irresistibly dynamic power transfer.

The engine under the bonnet of the BMW M3 CS Touring teams up with an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission including Drivelogic. The Drivelogic button integrated into the gear selector lever makes it possible to alter the transmission’s shift characteristics, with a choice of three clearly distinguishable settings available. As well as comfort-focused and sporty options, drivers can also engage a setting optimised specially for track driving. Both the selector lever and the carbon-fibre shift paddles on the steering wheel enable sequential interventions in the gear selection process.

The BMW M3 CS Touring channels its power to the road through the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system. This employs an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case to ensure fully variable and super-smooth distribution of the engine’s power between the front and rear wheels, and serves up tireless all-wheel-drive performance, even during hard track sessions. In tandem with the Active M Differential at the rear axle – whose operation is also fully variable – the intelligent all-wheel-drive system’s rear-wheel bias enhances the M-typical handling dynamics. Added to which, 4WD Sport mode can be selected via the M Setup menu. This sends an even greater proportion of the engine’s power to the rear wheels. 2WD mode, meanwhile, delivers a driving experience for the ultimate purist, laying on classical rear-wheel drive with the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system deactivated. 

Model-specific tuning for the chassis technology and performance-focused stopping power.

The chassis technology in the BMW M3 CS Touring has been tuned precisely to the engine’s performance characteristics, the overall vehicle concept and the specific weight distribution of this latest special-edition model. The settings for the DSC system and M Dynamic Mode have also been purposefully optimised for the specific demands of dynamically committed circuit driving. The electronically controlled dampers of the adaptive M suspension on the BMW M3 CS Touring likewise come in a model-specific setup, as do its M Servotronic steering and integrated braking system.

Providing outstanding stopping power are M Compound brakes with callipers painted in a choice of Red or Black. There is also the option of M Carbon ceramic brakes whose brake callipers are available in Red or matt Gold. Also on the standard equipment list are forged M light-alloy wheels in an exclusive double-spoke design with a matt Gold Bronze or matt Black finish. Measuring 19 inches in diameter at the front axle and 20 inches at the rear, the wheels are fitted as standard with track tyres (275/35 ZR19 at the front, 285/30 ZR20 at the rear). As an alternative to these tyres, customers also have the no-cost option of sport tyres with the same dimensions. And ultra-track tyres are also included on the options list.

Exclusive carbon-fibre components and optimised body rigidity help to produce outstanding performance attributes.

Together with the extremely powerful engine and model-specific chassis technology, intelligent lightweight design measures also play a major part in moulding the exclusive performance attributes of the BMW M3 CS Touring. Extensive use of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) is particularly important when it comes to weight minimisation. The car’s bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes, exterior mirror caps and rear diffuser are all made from CFRP.

Inside the cabin, the M Carbon bucket seats and likewise CFRP steering wheel shift paddles, interior trim strips and centre console also do their bit to keep weight down. The various lightweight design measures bring about a total weight saving of some 15 kilograms over the BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive. Body rigidity is further increased by specifying the optional M front end strut brace for the engine compartment that has also been engineered for lightness.

Exquisite balance of performance and everyday usability; exclusive design features.

Hallmark M performance and the versatility-focused body concept
of a Touring model certainly make an unusual combination, and
the latest special edition adds a special allure to the mix. In the BMW M3 CS Touring, a concentrated dose of M feeling meets a variable-usage interior whose storage capacity below the high-opening tailgate can be expanded from 500 litres to a maximum 1,510 litres. In addition, the dynamically stretched lines of the Touring model and the M-specific exterior details – crafted precisely to meet the technical demands of cooling air supply and aerodynamic balance – are complemented by exclusive design features whose striking appearance reflects the track-leaning instincts of the BMW M3 CS Touring.

For example, the standard-specification exposed carbon fibre of the special-edition’s bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes and M exterior mirror caps creates an eye-catching contrast against the visually striking exterior colours available for the rest of the car. The BMW M3 CS Touring can be ordered with a paint finish in British Racing Green, Laguna Seca Blue, Frozen Solid White or Sapphire Black metallic. The roof and model-specific roof spoiler are in Black high-gloss and bring an impression of elegance to the bold exterior. Another exclusive design feature of the special-edition model is the red surround for the roof spoiler.

The front end of the car is defined by the weight-minimised, ultra-stripped-back and frameless BMW M kidney grille. The black model lettering on the upper of the two horizontal grille slats is bordered by a red contour line, likewise the model badging at the front and rear. In a clear reference to motor sport, the LED headlights of the BMW M3 CS Touring glow with the same distinctive yellow light as GT racing cars. 

Driver-focused cockpit with exclusive racing-car aura.

The interior of the BMW M3 CS Touring blends a sports-car cockpit designed to exude maximum performance with digital technology and exclusive design features. Electrically adjustable and heated M Carbon bucket seats are fitted as standard for the driver and front passenger. They have integral head restraints, an illuminated “CS” model badge and surfaces in Merino leather. Their exclusive Black/Red design is also adopted by the rear seats, while all the door panel trim is covered with black leather.

The standard M Alcantara steering wheel in three-spoke design – with its flat-bottomed rim and red centre marker in the 12-o’clock position – brings authentic racing car flair into the cockpit,. Further M-specific details are the red “CS” badge on the centre console, M seat belts and door sill plates with model lettering.

The M-specific Setup button on the centre console enables direct access to the settings for the engine, chassis, steering, brakes and M xDrive. Two individually configurable setup variants can be stored together with personal settings for the engine sound, DSC, Automatic Start/Stop function and the shift characteristics of the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission – and these setups are then selected using the M buttons on the steering wheel. The BMW M3 CS Touring also comes as standard with the M Drive Professional system with track-optimised functions such as the M Drift Analyser and M Laptimer. Added to which, the 10-stage M Traction Control delivers personalised driving fun on the track. Another feature of M Drive Professional is the M Mode button on the centre console, which can be used to configure the driver assistance systems and the content shown on the information display and Head-Up Display. Drivers can choose between ROAD, SPORT and TRACK settings here.

In the new BMW M3 CS Touring, the latest version of the display and control/operation system BMW iDrive based on BMW Operating System 8.5 provides intuitive control of numerous vehicle functions and digital services. With the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant and BMW Curved Display both on board, the car is based squarely on operation using touch control and natural language. The M-specific view on the 12.3-inch information display shows the familiar M Shift Lights at its upper edge, while the status of the driving stability systems, M xDrive and traction control can be found at the lower edge of the screen. The home screen of the 14.9-inch control display includes widgets for the vehicle setup, tire pressure and temperature.

Sophisticated options for enhancing driving pleasure and comfort in everyday use.

Standard specification for the BMW M3 CS Touring also includes BMW Live Cockpit Professional which, alongside the BMW Head-Up Display with M-specific content, brings the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps, smartphone integration, telephony with wireless charging and a WiFi interface. The BMW Drive Recorder can be added as an option.

The BMW M3 CS Touring additionally offers customers a selection of comfort-enhancing features and driver assistance systems composed with the focus firmly on the enjoyment of unadulterated driving pleasure. Comfort Access, the alarm system, two-zone automatic climate control and the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System are all fitted as standard. Park Distance Control and the Parking Assistant, Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and the Speed Limit Info system are likewise standard, while the Driving Assistant system can be specified as an option.

* Value with “rollout” subtracted. With this alternative measuring method, time measurement only begins after leaving a light barrier. The distance not taken into account in the measurement (the “rollout”) is 1 foot = 30.48 cm.

All figures relating to performance, fuel consumption, emissions and range are provisional.

All of the stated equipment features, technical data and fuel consumption and emissions figures relate to the offering in the German market. Dimensions and measurements refer to vehicles with basic configuration in Germany. These may vary depending on the wheel/tyre size and items of optional equipment selected. 

Official figures on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions were determined based on the prescribed WLTP measurement procedure and are in accordance with Pkw-EnVKV. For more information, go to www.bmw.de

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For this new edition of the storied model series, the most powerful version of the six-cylinder in-line engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology produces output of 390 kW/530 hp. In the new BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive (fuel consumption, combined: 10.2 – 10.1 l/100 km [27.7 – 28.0 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 230 – 227 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO₂ class: G) and new BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive (fuel consumption, combined: 10.4 – 10.3 l/100 km [27.2 – 27.4 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 235 – 233 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO₂ class: G), the increased engine power is channelled via an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic to all four wheels.

The power unit in the new BMW M3 Competition Sedan (fuel consumption, combined: 9.9 – 9.7 l/100 km [28.5 – 29.1 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 224 – 220 g/km in the WLTP cycle,
CO₂ class: G) generates maximum output of 375 kW/510 hp. It also links up with an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and sends its power through the rear wheels. And for owners seeking a pure-bred performance experience not offered by any segment rival, the new BMW M3 Sedan (fuel consumption, combined: 10.1 – 10.0 l/100 km [28.0 – 28.2 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 230 – 227 g/km in the WLTP cycle, CO₂ class: G) teams the 353 kW/480 hp variant of the straight-six engine with a six-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive.

All model variants of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring will be built at BMW Group Plant Munich. They will be launched worldwide with a production phase-in in July 2024. The most important sales regions for the BMW M3 Sedan are the USA, China, Great Britain, Australia and Germany. The BMW M3 Touring is extremely popular above all in Germany, but also in Great Britain, other European countries and Australia.

Traditional race-car feeling, distinctive characters.

Now in its sixth model generation, the BMW M3 is more powerful, more poised and assured, more advanced and more versatile than ever. The sedan is continuing a high-performance sports car bloodline that stretches back almost 40 years. The first generation of the BMW M3, unveiled in 1986, went on to become the most successful model in touring car racing worldwide. Then, as now, a car’s success in motor sport was accompanied by steadily increasing popularity for the production model and rare levels of excitement for its owner out on the road.

The race-car feeling associated with the BMW M3 – present at the driver’s fingertips over every mile of a journey – can be experienced in totally different ways with this latest generation. The BMW M3 Sedan now lines up alongside a Touring model, the BMW M3 Touring fusing the performance attributes for which this model series is renowned with additional practicality and expanded load-carrying ability. It is available exclusively with the most powerful version of the six-cylinder in-line engine for the BMW M3/M4 and the M xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Folding down the rear seat backrests increases load compartment capacity from 500 to a maximum 1,510 litres.

With its new vehicle concept for the premium midsize class, BMW M GmbH caused an instant sensation not only among fans of the brand but also in the ranks of professional experts. In its first full year of production, the BMW M3 Touring won the “Golden Steering Wheel” award presented by motoring magazine “Auto Bild” and the “Bild am Sonntag” newspaper in Germany. In Great Britain, it was crowned “Dream Car” of the year by “Autocar” magazine, while “Top Gear” magazine gave it the title “All The Car You’ll Ever Need” in its “Car of the Year Awards”.

With their distinct body concepts and specific qualities, the Sedan and Touring models occupy very different character spaces within the M3 range. One of their most important shared elements is their visually striking design with hallmark M features crafted precisely to meet the technical demands of cooling air supply and aerodynamic balance. The large, vertical BMW kidney grille with signature M double bars arranged horizontally, the powerfully sculpted wheel arches, the extended side skirts in contrasting Black high-gloss and the attachment parts for the front and rear aprons all provide clear pointers to the dynamic potential of the two models. The BMW M3 Sedan has a carbon-fibre roof as standard. The roof of the BMW M3 Touring, like its standard-fit roof rails, comes in black. It has a Gurney flap on the roof spoiler as an additional air-directing element.

Engine technology borrows from motor racing.

All the variants of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring feature a high-revving straight-six engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology. In all its output variants, the 3.0-litre unit stands out with its healthy appetite for revs into the highest reaches of the engine speed range and so produces the linear power delivery typical of high-performance models from BMW M GmbH.

Numerous elements adapted from race-car engine construction allow the power unit in the M3 to deliver an unmistakable performance experience on both road and track. The crankcase, with its sleeve-free, closed-deck construction, is extremely rigid and teams up with a forged crankshaft with lightweight design to unlock extremely high torque potential. The cylinder bores have a wire-arc sprayed iron coating. And the 3D-printed core for the cylinder head – another special M-specific feature – enables optimised routing of the coolant ducts that would be impossible to achieve using conventional metal casting methods.

Like the cooling system, the oil circuit is also designed to handle the particular challenges of track driving. A map-controlled oil pump ensures reliable oil supply even under extreme longitudinal and lateral acceleration.

The M TwinPower Turbo technology here comprises two mono-scroll turbochargers, each of which supplies compressed air to three cylinders. An indirect intercooler supplied by a low-temperature circuit plus specially designed compressors further enhance the turbocharger’s power output. The package of technology also includes High Precision Injection – which works at maximum pressure of 350 bar to ensure fine atomisation of fuel and therefore faster engine response – as well as VALVETRONIC variable valve timing and Double-VANOS fully variable camshaft timing.

The engine variant in the new BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive and new BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive develops an extra 15 kW/20 hp thanks to optimised configuration of the digital engine control unit (DME). The six-cylinder in-line engine now generates maximum output of 390 kW/530 hp (up from the previous 375 kW/510 hp) at 6,250 rpm. The upgraded engine, which also serves as the basis for the unit powering the BMW M4 GT3, summons its peak torque of 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) between 2,750 and a now even higher 5,730 rpm. The result is even more ferocious, sustained power delivery that adds another layer of intensity to the performance experience – in particular when the driver is exploring the car’s dynamic limits – and enables impressive acceleration figures.

The new BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive accelerates
from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds, and the new BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive completes the same sprint in 3.6 seconds – only a touch longer, despite its higher kerb weight. The increased output of the two all-wheel-drive models is reflected in 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) times that are 0.5 seconds quicker in each case. The sedan now records a time of 11.8 seconds, the Touring 12.4 seconds.

All variants of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring have an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) as standard. However, if the optional M Driver’s Package is specified, this figure rises to 290 km/h (180 mph) for the sedans and 280 km/h (174 mph) for the Touring model, allowing drivers to utilise the full potential of the powerful engines.

Model-specific composition of engine, transmission and chassis.

The six-speed manual gearbox fitted in the new BMW M3 Sedan is, like the standard eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic of the Competition models, tuned to optimum effect to the performance characteristics of the engine at hand. Drivers favouring a sporty driving style will enjoy the benefits of the standard-fit gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, which allow the driver to make spontaneous interventions in the automatic transmission’s gear selection process as and when they decide. The driving experience can be tailored even more precisely to individual tastes by adapting the shift characteristics of the transmission according to requirements and the situation at hand using the Drivelogic button.

The two most powerful models are equipped with M xDrive to elevate traction to an even higher level. The rear-biased setup of the intelligent all-wheel-drive system further enhances the agility of the new BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive and new BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive. The system teams up with the Active M Differential at the rear axle – whose operation is also fully variable – to add to the signature M feeling when powering through corners. In addition to the default 4WD setting, the driver can also select 4WD Sport mode via the M Setup menu. Here, a higher proportion of drive power is sent to the rear wheels for even more agile handling. Switching off DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) also brings 2WD mode into play, which means power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels. This mode offers skilled drivers a pure-bred driving experience without interventions from the control systems.

The high torsional stiffness of the body structure and chassis mountings creates the ideal platform for impressive driving dynamics and instantaneous response to steering commands. As well as the bracing elements in the BMW M3 Sedan, the BMW M3 Touring has additional torsion struts in the rear. This extra strengthening measure gives the Touring body variant the tools it needs to display the combination of dynamism, agility and handling precision typically found in BMW M models.

The M-specific kinematics and elastokinematics of the double-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle ensure the harmonious blend of extremely dynamic handling and finely judged comfort-focused qualities in everyday use and over longer journeys characteristic of all the models in the M3 range. The standard adaptive M suspension gives drivers the ability to adapt the responses of the electronically controlled dampers as they wish. Via the M Setup menu, drivers can select from three different settings to optimise the car’s handling in line with need and personal preference.

The package of chassis technology also includes M Servotronic steering and the integrated braking system, which works in conjunction with both the standard M Compound brakes and the optional M Carbon ceramic brakes. Both variants have six-piston fixed-calliper brakes at the front axle and single-piston floating-calliper brakes at the rear. As well as larger and more heat-resistant brake discs – which, thanks to their considerable ability to withstand fade, ensure uncompromising deceleration even under extreme conditions – the M Carbon ceramic brakes also stand out with their intelligent lightweight construction; they are around 14 kilograms lighter than the standard M Compound brakes. The reduction in unsprung mass plays a particularly significant role in delivering increased agility, enhanced handling, faster response and lower fuel consumption.

The standard blue brake callipers of the M Compound system can also be specified in red or black as an option. The callipers of the M Carbon ceramic brakes have a Gold metallic painted finish. All of the variations feature a striking BMW M logo on the brake callipers at the front axle as an additional identifier of M-typical performance at work.

The DSC system, meanwhile, ensures a form of driving pleasure unmatched by any rival. Indeed, with M Dynamic Mode it offers an ultra-sporty configuration that raises the system’s intervention thresholds when it comes to controlling braking inputs and delays the point at which it steps in to restrict engine output. This maximises the car’s performance dynamics with DSC switched on. The system can also be fully deactivated (DSC off).

The new BMW M3 Sedan can be specified as an option with the M Traction Control function. A standard feature on all Competition models, this slip control tech can be adjusted through ten stages according to the driver’s preferences or the road conditions at hand. It allows the control system inputs to be reduced in stages so that the driver can approach the physical limits in race action on the track, for example. The M Laptimer and M Drift Analyser help experienced drivers improve their lap times and hone their drifting skills. The integrated application of all drivetrain and chassis systems was fine-tuned at locations including the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit, but it also ensures highly dynamic and at the same time precisely controllable handling in everyday driving.

Axle-specific wheel sizes, M forged light-alloy wheels with a new design.

All new BMW M3 model variants are fitted as standard with M forged light-alloy wheels in axle-specific rim sizes to the benefit of agility and handling. The two rear-wheel-drive high-performance sedans have Orbit Grey metallic M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design measuring 18 inches at the front axle and 19 inches at the rear. Standard specification for the new BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive and new BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive includes Jetblack forged light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design (19-inch at the front axle and 20-inch at the rear axle).

This combination is also optionally available for the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Competition Sedan. Plus, new forged M light-alloy wheels in 19-inch and 20-inch formats have been added to the extensive optional equipment roster for all model variants. These are now finished in the colour Silver for the first time, their bright, shiny surfaces ensuring a sporty yet also elegantly sophisticated appearance.

Extensive selection of assistance systems; M Mode button to call up personalised selection of functions.

The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring set new standards in their segment with their extensive range of standard and optional automated driving and parking systems. In order to provide a dynamic experience that is both appropriate for the situation at hand and fits the high-performance sports car brief, the interventions of the driver assistance systems can be adjusted using the M Mode button on the centre console. For example, in the optional TRACK setting conceived for use on race circuits, all comfort and safety systems are temporarily deactivated.

Standard specification for all model variants includes Park Distance Control with sensors at the front and rear, Cruise Control with brake function, front collision warning system with brake intervention, Lane Departure Warning including lane return with steering assistance, and Speed Limit Info with no-overtaking indicator. Among the items on the options list are the Driving Assistant and Parking Assistant including Reversing Assistant. Also available as an option for the Competition models is the Driving Assistant Professional, which adds functions such as the Steering and Lane Control Assistant with automatic Speed Limit Assist, Lane Keeping Assistant, traffic light detection and Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function.

Newly designed headlights and eye-catching details sharpen the cars’ visual character.

Newly designed LED headlights, which bring together low and high beam in a single module, bring fresh accents to the front end of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring. Two elegantly sculpted, subtly arrow-shaped and vertically arranged LED units in each module serve as both side lights/daytime driving lights and turn signal indicators. The technically focused impression created by the light sources, whose inner workings are now structured in a particularly striking way, ensures a progressive appearance which is also adopted by the slim LED rear lights with L-shaped taillights.

Adaptive LED Headlights with non-dazzling matrix high beam are available as an option, and include the cornering light function and urban lights. Blue inlays inside the headlights indicate the presence of this extremely sophisticated light technology. M Shadowline lights with dark inner accents are also available for cars specified with the Adaptive LED Headlights. The model badge on the boot lid of the Competition models is now accented by an elegant silver-coloured surround.

New steering wheels and interior trim elements for the M-specific sports car cockpit.

Open the door to the new edition of the high-performance models and the stripped-back design of the interior will provide an instant hit of motor sport DNA. New steering wheels and controls, plus highly sophisticated materials for the instrument panel and interior trim elements heighten the aura of exclusivity inside the M-specific sports car cockpit.

Also playing its part in the dynamic driving experience is a newly designed three-spoke M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons and red centre marker in the 12 o’clock position. It now has a flat-bottomed rim and precisely modified spokes. Two M buttons for selecting individually configured vehicle setups and the gearshift paddles – fitted as standard in the Competition models to enable rapid interventions in the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission’s gear selection process – exude an intense race-car feeling. An M Alcantara steering wheel in the same design and with the same functionality is available as an option for the first time. A heating function is available as an option for both steering wheel variants.

The M-specific cockpit design also includes a control panel on the centre console. Located here along with the gearshift lever / selector lever, the red Start/Stop button and the BMW iDrive Controller are controls including the Setup button and M Mode button. These can be used by the driver to configure their desired vehicle setup and activate cockpit display and driver assistance system functions tailored to the driving situation at hand.

High-quality, carefully crafted materials and M-specific design features in the interior create a modern premium ambience with sporting flair. The interior trim elements in the instrument panel, control panel and cup holder cover now come as standard in Dark Graphite matt. Options include interior trim elements in the Aluminium Rhombicle Anthracite, M Carbon Fibre and new Fine Brushed Aluminium variants. M Carbon Fibre now additionally includes elements for the steering wheel and the gearshift paddles of the Competition models. The optional Sensatec instrument panel now has a further refined surface structure.

The standard M sport seats offer an array of electrically operated adjustment options to make it easier to find the perfect position behind the steering wheel. A memory function for the driver’s seat allows the driver to store their desired adjustment settings. Also shining the spotlight on the cabin’s commitment to progressive sporting appeal are the integral head restraints with illuminated model badging. Standard specification likewise includes seat heating for the driver and front passenger, while seat ventilation is available as an option. Available as alternatives to the standard Merino leather trim are Merino full-leather trim, BMW Individual Merino leather trim with extended features and BMW Individual Merino full-leather trim – each in a choice of four colours.

The optional, also fully electrically adjustable and heated M Carbon bucket seats provide an optimum, racing-car-like connection between driver and car. They fuse racing functionality with luxurious craftsmanship and excellent comfort over long distances. The use of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) in the seat surface and backrest elements, plus cut-outs in the side bolsters and below the head restraints enable a weight saving of 9.6 kilograms over the standard M sport seats.

BMW Curved Display and new BMW Operating System 8.5.

The new editions of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M3 Touring also welcome the latest generation of the display and control/operation system BMW iDrive based on BMW Operating System 8.5 into cockpits shaped by progressive sporting appeal. With the high-resolution BMW Curved Display angled towards the driver and upgraded BMW Personal Assistant, the interaction between driver and car is based squarely on operation using touch control and natural language. The fully digital screen grouping made up of a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display shows M-specific content. This includes additional information on the vehicle’s status and sharpens the driver’s focus on the road ahead. Also on the options list is the BMW Head-Up Display, which projects information relevant to driving – including a multi-coloured rpm dial, Shift Lights and M View – onto the windscreen, again in an M-specific style.

The M-specific graphics and content on the information display and control display are now joined by a new way of operating the standard-fitted automatic climate control system. The temperature and ventilation settings as well as the seat heating and – if specified – steering wheel heating can now be controlled either by touch using a special menu option in the lower area of the control display or by voice command. This latest advance in the field of digital operation brings a further reduction in the number of buttons and controls in the cockpit and a new design for the instrument panel. New adjustment controls for the air vent grilles in the centre of the instrument panel and on the driver’s and front passenger side of the cockpit allow the airflow direction to be adjusted using rotating and tilting movements.

In addition to the footwells, the storage compartment in the front section of the centre console and the door openers, the standard ambient lighting now also encompasses contour lighting integrated into the trim around the central seam vents. Nine colours in multiples grades of brightness allow customers to adjust the effect to their personal preferences. The functionality of the interior lighting also includes an atmospheric Welcome and Goodbye Animation and light signals indicating an open door or incoming phone call.

As well as the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps, the standard-fitted BMW Live Cockpit Plus includes two USB ports for data transfer, a Wi-Fi interface and smartphone integration enabling the use of e.g. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Standard equipment for the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M3 Touring also features a HiFi speaker system with 10 speakers and a 205-watt amplifier. The optional telephony with wireless charging enables wireless charging of compatible smartphones.

Distinctive looks and higher-intensity performance with M Carbon exterior package, M Race Track package and BMW M Performance Parts.

An M Carbon exterior package specific to each of the new high-performance cars brings bespoke precision to their outward appeal. With inlays for the wide front air intakes and a rear diffuser with unique geometry for each model, plus exterior mirror caps and a rear spoiler made from CFRP for the BMW M3 Sedan, the M Carbon exterior package also brings fresh visual sharpness to the race-car character of the two models. The M Race Track package, which brings M Carbon ceramic brakes, M Carbon bucket seats for the driver and front passenger and Carbon Fibre interior trim elements, reduces vehicle weight by as much as 25 kilograms.

BMW M Performance Parts offer customers additional scope for tailoring the high-intensity driving experience and dynamic aura of the new high-performance sports cars to their personal tastes. The selection of model-specific retrofit options ranges from exterior components made from CFRP and M Performance forged wheels with centre lock to M Performance floor mats and M Performance steering wheel trim for customising the interior.

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Munich. The retrofit products from the BMW M Performance Parts program not only enhance numerous current BMW models but also provide an additional touch of motorsport feeling to the high-performance sports cars of the BMW M GmbH. Among the particularly notable examples of technology transferred directly from the racetrack to the road are the centrelock wheels, available for selected high-performance automobiles. Design and functionality make these lightweight forged wheels absolute highlights in the diverse range of BMW M Performance Parts.

With their optimized weight, emotionally charged design, and technology adapted from motorsport connecting to the wheel bearing, the centrelock wheels emphasize the high-performance-oriented character of the vehicles equipped with them. In the case of the special edition BMW 3.0 CSL, presented on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of BMW M GmbH and sold in a limited edition of 50 units, they are part of the specifically tuned racetrack performance chassis technology. Currently, BMW M Performance centrelock wheels are offered in the Original BMW Accessories program for the BMW M2 (combined fuel consumption: 9.9 – 9.6 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 223 – 218 g/km according to WLTP), the BMW M3 Touring Competition with M xDrive (combined fuel consumption: 10.4 – 10.1 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 235 – 229 g/km according to WLTP), as well as for all model variants of the BMW M3 Sedan, BMW M4 Coupe, and BMW M4 Convertible.

BMW M Performance centrelock wheel: Wheel change like the pros.

Centrelock wheels were developed for motorsport, where they enable particularly fast wheel changes and, consequently, short pit stops. Instead of the usual five screws, each wheel is attached to the wheel hub with only one central screw. An extremely solid connection is ensured during the installation of the central locks by applying a torque of 930 Nm. This technology not only makes pure racetrack DNA tangible during wheel changes but also reduces rotating masses and optimizes the exclusive appearance through a distinctive design in the hub area.

The M Performance centrelock wheels for the models of the BMW M2, BMW M3, and BMW M4 are offered as a combined set in sizes 19 inches for the front axle and 20 inches for the rear axle. The lightweight forged wheels in Y-spoke design, in Jet Black matte color, feature a milled M Performance lettering and come equipped with tires in dimensions 275/35 ZR19 for the front and 285/30 ZR20 for the rear.

Individual motorsport characteristics for exterior and interior.

Like the centrelock wheels, other products from the BMW M Performance Parts program are based on the development know-how and more than five decades of motorsport experience of the BMW M GmbH. The diverse range includes retrofit options in the areas of suspension, drivetrain, aerodynamics, and cockpit, enabling a performance-oriented customization and providing a racetrack feeling in everyday traffic. For a targeted boost in dynamics and agility, options such as the M Performance suspension with height-adjustable spring perches and the M Performance sport brake system are available.

Additionally, the athletic appearance of a BMW M car can be enhanced with model-specific carbon components. The BMW M Performance Parts for the exterior are mostly made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), sealed with clear lacquer for a high-quality finish. Model-specific options such as the M Performance front attachment carbon, the M Performance rear diffuser, or the M Performance side sill insert carbon give the vehicle a characterful appearance in a racing-style.

The uncompromising quality and special aesthetics of the BMW M Performance Parts are also experienced in the interior. High-quality carbon and Alcantara elements convey the motorsport genes of BMW M into the cockpit. M Performance knee pads with Alcantara surface provide optimized grip during particularly dynamic cornering. And both the M Performance steering wheel Pro and the M Performance armrest Alcantara offer perfect conditions for an especially intense driving experience.

_{Official fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electric power consumption and electric range figures were determined based on the prescribed measurement procedure in accordance with European Regulation (EC) 2007/715 in the version applicable. Where a range is shown, the WLTP figures take into account the impact of any optional extras.}

_{Only official figures based on the WLTP procedure are available for new models that have been type tested since 01.01.2021. In addition, according to EU Regulation 2022/195, the NEDC values will no longer be included in the EC certificates of conformity as of 01.01.2023. Further information on the WLTP and NEDC measurement procedures can also be found at www.bmw.de/wltp.}

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The powertrain concept for the new BMW M3 CS teams a 405 kW/550 hp six-cylinder in-line engine with an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and the M xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system. These combine to produce a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) time of 3.4 seconds and supreme driving talents that can be enjoyed from each of its four seats. The new BMW M3 CS will be built in a limited run at BMW Group Plant Munich from March 2023, with its phased launch getting underway the same month. The USA, Germany, the UK and Japan are the most important sales regions for the new special-edition model.

More power, less weight, compelling performance.

A more power/less weight formula instils the new BMW M3 CS with compelling performance qualities and an exclusive aura. It draws its power from a specially upgraded version of the high-revving six-cylinder in-line engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology developed for the BMW M3 and BMW M4 models. This 3.0-litre unit also forms the basis for the engine that powered the BMW M4 GT3 to the DTM touring car title at the first time of asking in 2022.

The engine under the bonnet of the new BMW M3 CS therefore also boasts a wealth of technological details derived directly from the race-car unit. Its crankcase has a sleeve-free, closed-deck construction and is extremely rigid, making it suitable for very high combustion pressures. Weight-saving cylinder bores with a wire-arc sprayed iron coating reduce frictional losses. The forged lightweight crankshaft aids power build-up with its exceptionally high torsional resistance while also feeding the engine’s high-revving instincts. Its cylinder head has a 3D-printed core, allowing the coolant ducts to be routed in an optimum arrangement for temperature management that would be impossible to achieve using conventional metal casting methods. The system of oil supply is designed to handle the specific challenges of track use, as is the cooling system.

Straight-six engine produces 405 kW/550 hp.

These carefully tailored modifications reflect the unwavering focus on achieving high rev speeds and maximum power delivery with the engine in the new BMW M3 CS. The unit’s considerable upgrade potential paved the way for a 30 kW/40 hp hike in peak output compared with the BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive (fuel consumption combined: 10.1 – 10.0 l/100 km [28.0 – 28.2 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions combined: 230 – 228 g/km in the WLTP cycle; figures for the NEDC cycle: – ), resulting in 405 kW/550 hp. This increase in power was achieved courtesy of targeted revisions to the engine’s M TwinPower Turbo technology and required no concessions in terms of stability or durability. The adjustments primarily involved raising the maximum charge pressure of the two mono-scroll turbochargers from 1.7 to 2.1 bar and making some model-specific tweaks to the engine management.

In addition, a specially designed engine mounting with increased spring rates creates an extremely rigid connection between the power unit and the vehicle’s structure. A press of the accelerator is therefore greeted by even sharper engine response and direct transmission of its power to the drivetrain. The engine in the new BMW M3 CS puts peak torque of 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) on tap from just 2,750 rpm and sustains it all the way to 5,950 rpm. It generates maximum output at 6,250 rpm and tops out at 7,200 rpm.

The unit’s specific performance characteristics are dominated by its unabated power delivery through to the upper echelons of the rev range. This is accompanied by the emotionally stirring soundtrack produced by the dual-branch exhaust system featuring electrically controlled flaps, a titanium rear silencer with weight-minimising design and – in customary M fashion – two pairs of tailpipes painted in matt Black. Selecting the SPORT or SPORT+ modes for the engine setting in the M Setup menu dials up the drive sound to produce a note with unmissable racing car undertones. This injects real aural drama into proceedings, particularly with gear changes and the accompanying adjustments in rev speed.

Feeding standout power onto the road to optimum effect: eight-speed M Steptronic transmission, M xDrive, Active M Differential.

The drive torque unleashed by the engine in the new BMW M3 CS is relayed via an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. This is operated using either the M-specific selector lever on the centre console or the carbon-fibre shift paddles on the steering wheel. The driver can use the Drivelogic button integrated into the selector lever to alter the transmission’s shift characteristics, with the choice of comfort-oriented, sporty and track-optimised settings.

The traction and agility of the new BMW M3 CS are both enhanced by the presence of M xDrive all-wheel drive, which uses an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case to ensure fully variable and super-smooth distribution of the engine’s power between the front and rear wheels. The multi-plate clutch’s oil supply has been optimised to keep the all-wheel-drive system performing effectively even under hard driving on the track. The system’s rear-wheel bias and the way it teams up with the Active M Differential at the rear axle – whose operation is also fully variable – add to the signature M feeling when accelerating or powering through corners.

The M Setup menu lets the driver switch from the default 4WD setting to 4WD Sport mode, which directs an even greater proportion of the engine’s torque to the rear wheels. Drivers can also switch off the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system altogether and engage 2WD mode. By sending drive power solely to the rear wheels and suppressing any intervention from the control systems to stabilise the vehicle, this setting engages skilled drivers in the driving experience to an even more intense degree.

The engine, transmission and M xDrive join forces to produce stunning acceleration times. The new BMW M3 CS takes just 3.4 seconds to power from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) and 11.1 seconds to reach 200 km/h (124 mph) from rest. The midrange surge from 80 to 120 km/h (50 – 75 mph) is over in 2.6 seconds (in 4th gear) or 3.3 seconds (in 5th gear). The BMW M3 CS comes with the M Driver’s Package as standard and has an electronically limited top speed of 302 km/h (188 mph).

Bespoke tuning for chassis technology and the DSC system; track tyres as standard.

The chassis technology in the new BMW M3 CS has been tuned precisely to the engine’s performance characteristics, the overall vehicle concept and its weight distribution. The model-specific settings for the DSC system and M Dynamic Mode have also been purposefully geared to the specific demands of high-speed circuit driving.

The individually tuned axle kinematics and bespoke wheel camber settings, dampers, auxiliary springs and anti-roll bars serve to optimise steering precision, transmission of lateral control forces when cornering, spring and damping response and wheel location. The electronically controlled dampers of the adaptive M suspension on the new BMW M3 CS likewise come in a model-specific setup, as do its electromechanical M Servotronic steering with variable ratio and its integrated braking system.

Standard specification for the special-edition model includes M Compound brakes with brake callipers painted in a choice of Red or Black. There is also the option of M Carbon ceramic brakes whose brake callipers are available in matt Gold or Red. Also on the standard equipment list for the new BMW M3 CS are forged M light-alloy wheels in an exclusive V-spoke design with a Gold Bronze finish. These particular M light-alloy wheels can also be ordered in an optional matt Black finish. Measuring 19 inches in diameter at the front axle and 20 inches at the rear, the wheels are fitted as standard with track tyres that have been purpose-developed for the special-edition model and measure 275/35 ZR19 at the front and 285/30 ZR20 at the rear. As an alternative to these tyres, which are specially designed for circuit driving, customers also have the no-cost option of high-performance tyres with the same dimensions.

Lightweight construction with extensive use of carbon fibre; improved body rigidity.

Extensive, model-specific lightweight design measures play a major part in moulding the performance qualities and exclusive character of the new BMW M3 CS. The use of components made from carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) both inside and out is of key importance here. Besides its carbon fibre roof, the special-edition model also uses this lightweight, high-tech material for its bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes, exterior mirror caps, rear diffuser and rear spoiler. Its centre console, the shift paddles on the steering wheel and its interior trim strips are likewise all manufactured from CFRP. The standard M Carbon bucket seats also do their bit to keep weight down in the cabin. The titanium rear silencer, meanwhile, shaves more than 4 kilograms off the weight of the exhaust system fitted on the new BMW M3 CS. The various lightweight design measures bring about a total weight saving of some 20 kilograms compared to the BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive.

Body rigidity can be further increased by specifying a package of high-precision strut braces for the engine compartment that have also been engineered for lightness. The cast aluminium elements connecting the spring strut towers to the front end feature a weight-optimised geometry that has been precisely matched – with the help of numerical models – to the forces applied in various driving situations.

Exclusive design features promise thrilling performance.

The new BMW M3 CS instantly announces its sharper character with a series of individual design features. The Frozen Solid White metallic paint finish available for the exterior is exclusive to the latest special-edition model from BMW M GmbH. Exposed carbon-fibre surfaces for the roof, the two indents chiselled into the bonnet, the front splitter, front air intakes, M exterior mirror caps, rear spoiler and rear apron combine with the Black side skirts and M gills to provide a stunning contrast to the new paint finish. Signal Green solid, Brooklyn Grey metallic and Sapphire Black metallic are available as alternative exterior colours.

The vehicle’s front end sports a weight-saving, frameless BMW kidney grille with a stripped-back air reminiscent of racing machines. Designed especially for this model, identifying features include red contour lines and the “M3 CS” badging on the upper of the two horizontal grille bars. Both the model badge at the front and its counterpart on the boot lid have black surfaces with a red border.

The BMW Laserlight headlights included in standard specification add another particularly striking flourish to the front end of the new BMW M3 CS. By illuminating yellow instead of white – both during the Welcome sequence when the vehicle is unlocked and while low beam or high beam is switched on – they reference successful GT racing cars.

M Carbon bucket seats with exclusive surfaces and seam patterns.

Inside the new BMW M3 CS, a sports car cockpit designed with concentrated driving pleasure and maximum performance in mind is brought together with advanced digital technology and exclusive design elements. The driver and front passenger are welcomed as standard by M Carbon bucket seats in a model-specific design. Fully electric and heated, they feature integral head restraints along with an illuminated model badge, resulting in a unique blend of racing flair and long-distance comfort. The use of CFRP in the structural elements of the seat cushion and backrest as well as the eye-catching cut-outs in the side bolsters and below the head restraints are testimony to the seats’ weight-minimising construction.

The M Carbon bucket seats in the new BMW M3 CS are upholstered in Merino leather and feature an exclusive design in a Black/Red colour scheme with distinctive contrast stitching. This bi-colour finish is repeated for the two seats in the rear compartment of the sedan. The door panels are trimmed entirely in Black leather in both the front and the rear, while red “CS” lettering adorns the lightweight-design centre console. The standard equipment roster for the new BMW M3 CS also includes M seat belts with a woven stripe pattern in BMW M GmbH colours, door sill plates bearing the inscription “M3 CS”, an Anthracite-coloured headliner, interior trim strips in Carbon Fibre finish and an M Alcantara steering wheel with CFRP shift paddles and a red centre marker.

Setup button for customising the car’s configuration.

The M-specific control/operation system includes the Setup button on the centre console, which enables direct access to the settings options for the engine, chassis, steering, braking system and M xDrive. Two individually configured setup variants can be stored permanently, together with the preferred settings for the engine note, the DSC system, the Automatic Start/Stop function and the shift characteristics of the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission, and then retrieved using the M buttons on the steering wheel.

Also fitted as standard in the new BMW M3 CS is the M Drive Professional system. Consequently, not only does the special-edition model benefit from the M Drift Analyser and M Laptimer functions for evaluating and recording driving skills and performance at the track, it additionally comes with M Traction Control, whose ten stages provide the ideal tools for pushing the car hard on closed circuits.

The M Mode button on the centre console – also part of the M Drive Professional package – can be used to adjust both the level of driver assistance system activity and the content shown in the information display and optional Head-Up Display, with a choice of ROAD, SPORT and TRACK settings.

BMW Curved Display with M-specific read-outs.

The new BMW M3 CS boasts the latest-generation BMW iDrive vehicle experience based on BMW Operating System 8, which includes the BMW Curved Display for the cockpit. This is formed by a 12.3-inch information display and a control display with a screen diagonal of 14.9 inches, which are housed together behind a curved glass surface. With its ergonomic driver-centric positioning, the BMW Curved Display makes the already intuitive touch control even more user-friendly.

The information display’s graphical layout and the M‑style content shown there lend themselves to a focused, performance-led driving experience. All driving-related data as well as vehicle status and settings information are neatly arranged within it. The familiar M Shift Lights appear at the top of the information display, while the driving stability system, M xDrive and traction control modes are all indicated at the lower edge. Special widgets containing information on the current vehicle setup, as well as tyre pressure and temperature can be added to the control display’s home screen.

Top-class options for added pleasure and comfort during everyday driving.

The standard BMW Live Cockpit Professional comes with functions including the BMW Maps navigation system, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, smartphone integration, telephony with wireless charging and a WiFi interface. The BMW Head-Up Display with M-specific readouts and the BMW Drive Recorder are both available as options.

The new BMW M3 CS additionally offers customers a select choice of comfort features and driver assistance systems, with the focus placed firmly on the enjoyment of unadulterated driving pleasure. It is equipped as standard with the latest version of Comfort Access, two-zone automatic climate control, the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Park Distance Control, Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and the Speed Limit Info system. An alarm system, automatic boot lid operation and the Driving Assistant and Parking Assistant systems can be added as options.

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Munich. At the end of its anniversary year, BMW M GmbH has once again achieved record results. Global sales of performance and high-performance cars rose to 177,257 vehicles during the 2022 financial year. This represents an increase of 8.4 per cent compared to the previous year, despite the continuing challenging conditions in the area of logistics and supply chains. The most important single market in 2022 was again the USA, with the second most important sales region again being the German domestic market, followed by the UK.

“The enthusiasm of the M community for emotionally powerful performance on the road and on the racetrack has carried us through the entire anniversary year,” says Franciscus van Meel, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW M GmbH. “This is also expressed in a new sales record for BMW M automobiles, which gives us a positive outlook for 2023.”

BMW i4 M50: the best-selling BMW M automobile drives locally emission-free.
At the same time, 2022 marks BMW M GmbH's successful start into the age of electric mobility. “The best-selling BMW M automobile of 2022 is the all-electric BMW i4 M50,” says Timo Resch, Head of Customer, Brand and Sales at BMW M GmbH. “For us, this is a clear signal that the unique M feeling has arrived in the world of electrified vehicles.” The BMW i4 M50 is powered by an electric motor on both the front and rear axles, which together generate a maximum output of 400 kW/544 hp. The perfectly coordinated power delivery of the two e-motors and independent suspension tuning ensure an M-typical driving experience characterised by dynamics, agility and precision, which proved to be a real crowd-puller right from the outset.

With the BMW iX M60*, a second all-electric performance car from BMW M GmbH made a highly successful debut. During the course of 2023, BMW M GmbH will continue its product offensive with, among other things, the first electrified high-performance automobile, the BMW XM, and the BMW i7 M70, a BMW M automobile based on the fully electric BMW i7. The further transformation towards electric mobility has also already been mapped out. In order to be able to include high-performance cars with purely electric drive in the range in the future, BMW M GmbH will intensify the corresponding concept testing in 2023. The focus will be on an integrated driving dynamics control system and an electric M xDrive all-wheel drive system with four electric motors, which will ensure that the emotionally powerful M feeling reaches an even higher level.

Anniversary year with spectacular premieres, BMW M3 and BMW M4 remain on the road to success, fast-paced launch for the new BMW M240i xDrive Coupe*.
The celebrations of the 50th anniversary of BMW M GmbH were accompanied by debuts for numerous spectacular new models. The broad spectrum of new releases ranged from the second generation of the puristic BMW M2*, with its combination of straight six-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, which evokes classic driving pleasure in a high-performance automobile, to the extroverted BMW XM with its 480 kW/653 hp M HYBRID drive. The first BMW M3 Touring* also offers completely new ways to experience M-typical performance. This diversity creates ideal conditions for attracting additional target groups and generating further growth in 2023.

The current increase in sales figures is also based on sales successes in a wide range of vehicle segments. The high-performance sports cars of the BMW M3 and BMW M4 series, which – including the new BMW M3 Touring – are available in four body variants, in two performance levels, with a choice of a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, as well as with rear-wheel drive or the all-wheel drive system M xDrive, continued to enjoy particularly widespread popularity in 2022. BMW M GmbH thus covers a wide range of customer needs in this core segment.

With an exceptionally strong performance within their competitive environment, the high-performance cars based on BMW X models also contributed to BMW M GmbH's new sales record. The upcoming upgrade for the BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M models in spring 2023 will provide effective impetus for a continuation of this success story.

The successful launch of the new BMW M240i xDrive Coupe in 2022 proved to be a highlight in the performance car segment. The new edition of the compact two-door is powered by a 275 kW/374 hp straight-six engine and is now also available with classic rear-wheel drive. “The new sales record for BMW M Automobiles is based on our successful presence in a broad range of vehicle segments,” says Timo Resch. “With our wide-ranging product portfolio, we are also ideally positioned for the future.”

Premiere at Daytona: the new BMW M3 CS* and the BMW M Hybrid V8.
In addition, BMW M GmbH fulfils the desire for particularly concentrated racing characteristics with attractive special models – as early as 2022 with the BMW M4 CSL* and soon with the new BMW M3 CS.

The BMW M3 CS will make its world debut on the last weekend of January as part of the 24-hour race at Daytona. The tradition-steeped competition in the US state of Florida is also the venue for BMW M Motorsport's comeback to endurance racing. The new BMW M Hybrid V8 will compete there for the first time. 47 years after the Daytona overall victory of the legendary BMW 3.0 CSL, the new LMDh prototype is set to race for points in the IMSA GTP class of the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship before also competing in the official FIA World Endurance Championship at Le Mans and elsewhere in 2024.

The final phase of the development process and the subsequent test drives on various race tracks were among the highlights of 2022 for the BMW M GmbH motorsport department, while the all-important success on the race track was the overall victory in the DTM drivers' and teams' championships. South African Sheldon van der Linde and Team Schubert Motorsport secured the title win in the prestigious touring car championship in the very first season with the new BMW M4 GT3.

*Consumption and emission values:
BMW i4 M50: Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined: 22.5 – 18.1 WLTP.
BMW XM: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 1.6 – 1-5 WLTP; Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined: 30.1 – 28.9 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 36 – 33 WLTP.
BMW iX M60: Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined: 24.7 – 21.9 WLTP.
BMW M240i xDrive Coupe: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 8.8 – 8.1 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 200 – 185 WLTP.
BMW M2: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 9.8 – 9.6 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 222 – 218 WLTP.
BMW M3 Touring: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 235 – 229 WLTP.
BMW M4 CSL: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 10.1 – 9.9 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 227 – 224 WLTP.
BMW M3 CS: Fuel consumption in l/100 km combined: 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO₂ emissions in g/km combined: 234 – 229 WLTP.

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Munich. BMW M GmbH will be focusing its activities at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed (23rd to 26th June) on its 50th birthday celebrations. BMW M is showcasing numerous models from the past, present and future to mark the occasion. This includes global debuts like the one of the first-ever BMW M3 Touring MotoGP™ Safety Car. Festival visitors will be among the first people able to take a close look at the newest safety car from BMW M, the ‘Official Car of MotoGP™’ since 1999. The BMW M3 Touring MotoGP™ Safety Car will also make its first race appearance in Great Britain, in early August at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

The newest member of the safety car fleet is based on the first-ever BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive (fuel consumption, combined: 10.4 – 10.1 l/100km correspond to WLTP, CO₂ emissions, combined: 235 – 229 g/km correspond to WLTP)*, which is also set to celebrate its global debut in Goodwood. It combines the high level of technological capability, performance and know-how of the BMW M3 and BMW M4 family with the practical nature of a five-door touring model. Both cars, the series production vehicle and the safety car, will be unveiled on Thursday 23rd June at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and will then take place in the renowned hillclimb race on all festival days.

“The world premiere of the new BMW M3 Touring represents another highlight in our anniversary year, as we will be introducing a BMW M3 as a touring model for the very first time in our 50-year history,” said Franciscus van Meel, CEO of BMW M GmbH. “Including this new high-performance automobile in our fleet of MotoGP safety cars is the obvious next step for us. Throughout our decades of partnership with MotoGP rights owner Dorna Sports, we have always set great store by providing the newest BMW M models for safety purposes at the circuit, and we are continuing this tradition with the BMW M3 Touring MotoGP Safety Car. We are very much looking forward to seeing it perform at the legendary Goodwood hillclimb and then appear later in the races at the top level of motorsport.”

The visual appearance of the new BMW M3 Touring MotoGP™ Safety Car is a tribute to 50 years of BMW M and to the decades of partnership with MotoGP™. The safety car will sport a special 50 Years of BMW M Livery, and all MotoGP™ safety cars from 1999 to the present day are listed on the car.

The BMW M3 Touring MotoGP™ Safety Car will be equipped with the entire product range from BMW M Performance Parts for its appearance on the racetrack. Further modifications to the MotoGP™ safety cars include Recaro race seats, 4-point harness, safety cross beam, roof lights, front flashes, emergency disconnector and a fuel extraction system.

For more information about BMW M GmbH and the involvement as the ‘Official Car of MotoGP™’, see: www.bmw-m.com

BMW M GmbH s predstavitvijo prvega BMW M3 Touring premika meje dinamične zmogljivosti v zadevnem segmentu. Četrta karoserijska izvedenka zasedbe visokozmogljivih avtomobilov v premijskem srednjem razredu: 375 kW/510 KM; pospešek 0–100 km/h: 3,6 sekunde; kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,4–10,1 l/100 km po ciklu WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO2: 235–229 g/km po ciklu WLTP 

Kombinacija športnega občutka in močne funkcionalne privlačnosti izoblikuje unikatno osebnost. BMW M3 Touring je novo utelešenje znanega M talenta, pri tem pa združuje visoko zmogljivost z neomejeno vsakdanjo praktičnostjo in sposobnostjo vožnje na dolge razdalje. 

Tehnologija pogonskega sklopa z jasnim poudarkom na vrhunski zmogljivosti. BMW M3 Competition Touring je edini model s standardno vgrajenim M xDrive. Vrstni 6-valjni motor s tehnologijo M TwinPower Turbo in zmožnostjo visokih obratov; 8-stopenjski menjalnik M Steptronic s funkcijo Drivelogic; sistem štirikolesnega pogona M xDrive. 

Modelna ofenziva se nadaljuje ob svečanem jubileju – 50 let obstoja znamke BMW M GmbH. Svetovna premiera na dogodku Goodwood Festival of Speed v Angliji, ki bo potekal med 23. in 26. junijem 2022. Pooblaščeni trgovci bodo naročila začeli sprejemati od septembra 2022, prodaja novega BMW M3 Touring pa bo stekla z začetkom proizvodnje v novembru 2022. 

BMW M3 Touring odlikuje samostojen videz, se jasno razlikuje znotraj serije in ima dinamično avro, nedosegljivo za tekmece. M lastnosti na zunanjosti, ki izpolnjujejo tehnične zahteve visokozmogljivega športnika; velike odprtine za hlajenje, navpično razporejena ledvička BMW, športni blatniki, M bočni reži za zrak v obliki škrg, opazno razširjena bočna pragova, nadgradnji deli sprednjega/zadnjega odbijača v črni barvi in izpušni sistem s po dvema paroma zaključkov izpušnih cevi na vsaki strani. Ima strešni spojler na nosilcih, poseben za model. Standardna končna obdelava strehe je v črni barvi visokega sijaja, opcijsko pa je na voljo tudi v barvi karoserije. Paket zunanjosti M Carbon bo mogoče izbrati opcijsko. 

Vrstni 6-valjni motor s 375 kW/510 KM z značilnostmi agregata M Performance, takojšnjim odzivom in linearnim dovajanjem zaloge moči v območjih visokega števila vrtljajev. Najv. navor: 650 Nm, najv. vrtljajev: 7.200 vrt./min. Pogonska enota, razvita na podlagi strokovnega znanja iz sveta motošporta, se uporablja tudi kot pogonska osnova pri vzdržljivostnem dirkalniku BMW M4 GT3. Hladilni sistem in oskrba z oljem, zasnovana za vožnjo z izjemno visokimi vzdolžnimi in bočnimi dinamičnimi silami na stezi. 

Moč motorja prenaša 8-stopenjski menjalnik M Steptronic s funkcijo Drivelogic, vključno s tremi prestavnimi programi in prestavnima ročicama na volanu. Sistem štirikolesnega pogona M xDrive in M aktivni diferencial na zadnji premi zagotavljata največji oprijem, smerno stabilnost in dinamiko vožnje v ovinkih. Prenos moči s poudarkom na zadnjem kolesnem paru. Voznik lahko izbira med tremi načini za prilagojeno izkušnjo visoke zmogljivosti: 4WD, 4WD Sport in 2WD z izključno zadnjim pogonom ter izklopljenim sistemom za nadzor stabilnosti. 

M posebna tehnologija podvozja s prilagojeno nastavitvijo zagotavlja odlično ravnovesje med visoko zmogljivostjo in prepričljivim udobjem vožnje pri vsakodnevni uporabi in na daljših potovanjih. Spodnja stran in prtljažnik z nosilnimi elementi, posebnimi za karavanski model. Prilagodljivo M podvozje z elektronsko krmiljenimi blažilniki in M Servotronic s spremenljivim prestavnim razmerjem sta vgrajena standardno. 

Integriran zavorni sistem z dvema nastavitvama odziva pojemka in občutka zavornega pedala. Zavore M Compound so na voljo standardno, keramične zavore M Carbon pa opcijsko. Kovana M aluminijasta platišča (19-palčna spredaj in 20-palčna zadaj) so opcijsko na voljo z dirkalnimi pnevmatikami.

Dinamični nadzor stabilnosti (DSC), vključno z M Dynamic Mode in omejevalnikom zdrsa pogonskih koles. Standardno vgrajen M Drive Professional vključuje M nadzor oprijema z 10- stopenjsko nastavitvijo omejevalnika zdrsa pogonskih koles v načinu 2WD sistema M xDrive ter M analizator drsenja in funkcijo M Laptimer. 

Izjemna praktičnost visokozmogljivega avtomobila najšportnejšega oddelka BMW M GmbH. BMW M3 Touring s spremenljivo notranjostjo in obremenitveno zmogljivostjo, ki se lahko poveča s 500 litrov na najv. 1.510 litrov. Samodejno delovanje vrat prtljažnika in ločeno odpiranje zadnjega okna sta standardni funkciji. Deljivo/zložljivo naslonjalo zadnjih sedežev v razmerju 40 : 20 : 40 ter odlagališče pod dnom v prtljažniku za prekrivalo za prtljago in pregradno mrežo za prtljažnik, če ju ne potrebujete. Protizdrsne letve v prtljažniku je mogoče naročiti kot opcijo. 

Sveža interpretacija zasnove notranjosti, osredotočenega na voznika, za najintenzivnejšo izkušnjo vožnje. BMW M3 Touring z novim BMW iDrive, vključno z ukrivljenim zaslonom BMW z M posebnimi prikazi. Kompozicija popolnoma digitalnih zaslonov za eno stekleno površino, usmerjeno proti vozniku. Pomembni podatki o vožnji, vključno s prestavnimi lučkami, so prikazani z novo grafiko na 12,3-palčnem informacijskem zaslonu. M posebni pripomočki za nastavitev vozila in stanje pnevmatik so lahko prikazani na pozdravnem zaslonu 14,9-palčnega nadzornega prikazovalnika. Opcijski projektor BMW Head-Up prav tako projicira M posebno vsebino. 

Prednja sedeža M Sport z oblazinjenjem v usnju Merino sta standardna, školjkasta sedeža M Carbon z lahko konstrukcijo pa je mogoče naročiti opcijsko. Standardna specifikacija opreme vključuje avtomatsko klimatsko napravo s tripodročnim upravljanjem, BMW Live Cockpit Plus z navigacijskim sistemom BMW Maps, ambientalno razsvetljavo, hi-fi ozvočenje ter paket notranjega in zunanjih ogledal. 

M poseben koncept nadzora in upravljanja z gumbom Setup za neposreden dostop do nastavitev za motor, podvozje, krmilni mehanizem, zavorni sistem in M xDrive. Dve individualno prilagojeni konfiguraciji za celotno nastavitev vozila je mogoče aktivirati z gumboma M1/M2 na volanu. 

Širok nabor sistemov za avtomatizirano vožnjo in parkiranje. Opozorilo pred čelnim trkom, informacije o omejitvi hitrosti in nadzor razdalje pri parkiranju so del standardne opreme. Opcije vključujejo sisteme, kot so Driving Assistant Professional z asistentom za krmiljenje in ohranjanje vozila na voznem pasu, aktivni asistent za uravnavanje hitrosti, samodejni omejevalnik hitrosti, zaznavanje prometne signalizacije, aktivna navigacija ter parkirni asistent z asistentom za vzvratno vožnjo. 

Gumb M Mode omogoča prilagojeno konfiguracijo vsebine zaslona in posege v sisteme za pomoč vozniku. Izbirate lahko med nastavitvami ROAD, SPORT in TRACK. 

Napredno digitalizacijo zagotavlja novi BMW iDrive, ki temelji na operacijskem sistemu BMW različice 8. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant in ukrivljeni zaslon BMW za intuitivno, večmodalno interakcijo med voznikom in vozilom z ukazi v naravnem jeziku in upravljanjem na dotik. Prilagajanje osebnih nastavitev s pomočjo BMW ID in aplikacije My BMW. Integracija pametnega telefona za Apple CarPlay® in Android Auto™. Osebno kartico eSIM je mogoče uporabljati v notranjosti vozila. Optimizirana povezljivost prek antenskega sistema, ki podpira mobilno omrežje pete generacije. 

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Munich. Within the framework of spectacular events featuring sensational new model innovations and together with its worldwide community, BMW M GmbH is celebrating the first five decades of its existence during these weeks and months. On 24 May 1972, the partnership agreement for BMW Motorsport GmbH was signed. Exactly 50 years later to the day, the company now known as BMW M GmbH is presenting an exclusive collection of edition models as a current anniversary highlight.

With the BMW M 50 Jahre edition of the BMW M3 Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 10.2 – 9.8 litres/100 km; CO₂ emissions combined: 231 – 223 g/km according to WLTP; data according to NEDC: – ) and the BMW M4 Coupe (fuel consumption combined: 10.1 – 9.8 litres/100 km; CO₂ emissions combined: 230 – 223 g/km according to WLTP; data according to NEDC: – ), M enthusiasts around the globe can express both their passion for racing and their awareness of tradition. Limited editions, exclusive design features and individually selectable equipment options ensure that each edition vehicle can become a unique car that reflects the personal style of its owner.

The BMW M 50 Jahre edition is based on the current generation of the most successful model series in the history of BMW M GmbH. Worldwide, the model designations BMW M3 and BMW M4 are synonymous with high performance in the premium mid-range segment. The edition models are powered by a straight six-cylinder engine with up to 375 kW/510 hp, M TwinPower Turbo technology and high-revving characteristics. Depending on the model variant, its power is transferred to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, or fully variably distributed to all four wheels using M xDrive technology.

The exclusive character of the edition models is the result of a market-specific configuration with unique design features and a strictly limited number of units in each case. In this way, fascinating rarities are created for the most important automotive markets around the world. For the exterior paintwork of the edition vehicles, style-defining colours from the history of BMW M GmbH are being reissued. These are complemented by M forged wheels in a similarly exclusive colour scheme and striking accents in the interior.

In Europe and other selected sales regions, BMW M GmbH is offering an exclusive edition of the BMW M4 Coupe to mark its anniversary. The two-door BMW M 50 Jahre edition comes in the exterior colours Carbon Black, Macao Blue, Brands Hatch Grey, Imola Red and San Marino Blue. Their expressive appearance is enhanced by 19-inch M forged wheels on the front axle and 20-inch wheels on the rear axle featuring a double-spoke design, which are being offered for the first time in the colours Orbit Grey Matt and Gold Bronze matt.

In addition, a similarly limited number of edition vehicles of the BMW M4 Coupe are being produced for the Chinese automotive market and available in the exterior paint finishes Fire Orange and Stratus Grey. This colour selection relates to the fact that the anniversary of BMW M GmbH is being celebrated in China in the Year of the Tiger. The M forged wheels on these vehicles are finished in matt Orbit Grey in conjunction with the Fire Orange body colour and in matt Gold Bronze in conjunction with the Stratus Grey exterior paint finish.

In the interior of all edition vehicles based on the BMW M4 Coupe, door sill panels bearing the lettering “Edition 50 Jahre BMW M”, a metal plaque on the centre console with the lettering “M4 Edition 50 Jahre BMW M” and a corresponding imprint on the headrests of the standard M sports seats and the optional M carbon bucket seats for driver and front passenger hint at the anniversary.

The edition model on the basis of the BMW M3 Sedan was designed exclusively for the US and Canadian automotive markets. There is a choice of five exterior paint finishes for the 500 models of the four-door high-performance sports car available there, each of which is reminiscent of one of its five predecessors: from Cinnebar Red to Techno Violet, Interlagos Blue and Fire Orange to Limerock Grey. All body colours are combined with M forged wheels in Orbit Grey matt and selected BMW M Performance Parts. The components, which are inspired by racing in terms of design and technology and likewise included in the range of equipment available for the anniversary edition, also comprise the BMW M Performance front splitter Carbon, the BMW M Performance rear spoiler Carbon and the BMW M Performance tailpipe trims Carbon/Titanium.

The “Edition 50 Jahre BMW M” lettering on the door sill trims and M stripes on the headrests of the front and outer rear seats characterise the interior. Moreover, an exclusive seam pattern adorns both the standard M sports seats and the optionally available M carbon bucket seats of the edition vehicles. A metal plaque on the cupholder cover of the centre console bears the inscription “M3 Edition 50 Jahre BMW M” and the reference “1/500”.

Munich. Večja zmogljivost, več pogonskih koles in še bolj neponovljiv občutek vožnje z M, najmočnejšo črko na svetu. Le nekaj mesecev po tem, ko je stekla prodaja novih BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé, oddelek BMW M GmbH krepi modelsko zasedbo še z dvema različicama, s tem pa v segment srednje velikih premijskih avtomobilov prvič uvaja sistem štirikolesnega pogona M xDrive. Natančno usmerjanje moči motorja na vsa štiri kolesa zagotavlja BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive (kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,1–10,0 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 231–228 g/km po WLTP) in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive (kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,1–10,0 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 230–227 g/km po WLTP) najskrajnejše dinamične podvige.

Največjo moč 375 kW (510 KM) iz vrstnega šestvaljnika, vgrajenega v novih modelih, usmerja osemstopenjski menjalnik M Steptronic s funkcijo Drivelogic. Posebej prilagojen M sistem štirikolesnega pogona jo nato po potrebi razporeja med kolesa na sprednji in zadnji premi, da bi ves čas zagotavljal najboljšo mogočo okretnost, smerno stabilnost, oprijem in dinamiko. Voznik lahko tako izkusi najbolj omamno razlago M značilnosti visoke zmogljivosti, ki se med drugim odražajo v še bliskovitejšem pospešku. Prodaja BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive bo predvidoma stekla v juliju 2021. 

M xDrive in aktivni M diferencial za vrhunske dinamične vozne lastnosti.
Natančno prirejen nadzor prenosa moči sistema M xDrive že ponuja razveseljivo alternativo klasičnemu pogonu na zadnji kolesni par za množico modelov visoke zmogljivosti BMW M GmbH. Sistem štirikolesnega pogona, ki je kombiniran z aktivnim M diferencialom, zagotavlja tudi popolnoma spremenljivo razporeditev pogonskega momenta med zadnjima kolesoma skladno s trenutnimi razmerami. To podpira prenos pogonskega momenta na cesto brez izgube moči, še posebej med močnim priganjanjem avtomobila ali če ima slabši oprijem na eni strani. Sistem M xDrive in aktivni M diferencial sta skupaj z integriranim M posebnim nadzorom oprijema povezana z dinamičnim nadzorom stabilnosti (DSC), da bi se zagotovilo natančno usklajeno medsebojno delovanje glede na dane vozne razmere. Jasen cilj v tem primeru je vzpostaviti nadvse dinamično izkušnjo vožnje, ki združuje običajni M občutek z občutno vlečno silo in smerno stabilnostjo. 

Sistem M xDrive ima elektronsko krmiljeno večlamelno sklopko v razdelilnem gonilu za brezhibno nastavljivo, popolnoma spremenljivo razporeditev pogonskega momenta med sprednjima in zadnjima kolesoma. Oskrba večlamelne sklopke z oljem je bila optimizirana, tako da mehanizem za porazdelitev spremenljive moči deluje učinkovito tudi pri velikih obremenitvah na dirkališču. Nalogo prenosa moči na sprednji in zadnji diferencial izvajata pogonski gredi, razviti posebej za BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive. Odgonske gredi, ki prenašajo pogonski moment na kolesa, so prav tako posebej prilagojene modeloma. Sistem vsekolesnega pogona je konfiguriran s poudarkom na zadku v klasičnem M slogu. Običajno je pogonska moč v celoti usmerjena na zadnjo premo, sprednji kolesi pa začenjata prejemati odmerke vlečne sile šele, ko prenos moči na cesto zadaj doseže prag optimalne smerne stabilnosti.

Razdelilno gonilo zajema prilagojeno krmilno enoto in vgrajen omejevalnik zdrsa pogonskega kolesa. To mu omogoča izjemno hitro kompenzacijo morebitnih razlik vrtilne frekvence med sprednjima in zadnjima kolesoma, ne da bi bilo treba aktivirati centralno upravljanje DSC. Rezultat tega je izboljšano delovanja štirikolesnega pogona, katerega glavni učinek je nadalje okrepiti občutek neomajne drže, po kateri slovijo M modeli v najbolj dinamičnih voznih razmerah, kot je na primer silovito priganjanje skozi ovinke z nadzorovanim drsenjem.

Izboljšave pri oprijemu, smerni stabilnosti, okretnosti in dinamiki, ki jih prinaša kombinacija M xDrive in aktivnega M diferenciala, se odražajo tudi v zmožnosti sprinta vrhunskega atleta. BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive potrebujeta le 3,5 sekunde, da dosežeta mejnik 100 km/h pri mirujočem startu, kar pomeni, da sta 0,4 sekunde hitrejša od svojih sorodnikov z zadnjim pogonom.

Dinamičen prenos moči na cesto pri BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive poteka prek standardnih M platišč iz lahke zlitine z velikostjo 19 palcev na sprednji in 20 palcev na zadnji premi. Kovana platišča v izvedbi dvojnih krakov z zaključnim premazom v barvi Jet Black so obuta v pnevmatike velikosti 275/35 R19 spredaj in 285/30 R20 zadaj. Opcijsko so na voljo tudi posebej razvite tekmovalne pnevmatike z enakimi merami.

Glavne tehnične spremembe optimizirajo značilnosti visoke zmogljivosti.
Tehnologijo štirikolesnega pogona v novih BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive dopolnjuje sprednja prema z vzmetnimi nogami z dvojnim zgibom, ki je bila za oba modela preoblikovana s posebej prilagojeno geometrijo in individualno nastavljenim prestavnim razmerjem krmila. Obsežne prilagoditve po meri za sistem štirikolesnega pogona zagotavljajo, da tako obstoječe različice z izključno zadnjim pogonom kot njihovi novi sorodniki z M xDrive izstopajo po svojih brezkompromisnih, prepoznavnih značilnostih M krmiljenja. Vsekolesni modeli imajo koristi tudi od posebej prilagojene različice sistema oskrbe z motornim oljem, zasnovanega za izjemno visoke obremenitve dinamične zmogljivosti.

Trije načini M xDrive omogočajo prilagojen M občutek.
M xDrive vozniku omogoča, da lastnosti in delovanje sistema štirikolesnega pogona prilagodi voznim razmeram in svojim individualnim željam. Želeno nastavitev je mogoče izbrati neposredno v meniju Setup/Nastavitve M prilagojenega operacijskega sistema, kjer so na voljo trije različni načini prenosa moči. V privzeti nastavitvi 4WD sistem štirikolesnega pogona ponuja največji oprijem in natančno nadzorovane vozne lastnosti, medtem ko ves čas ohranja izrazito pristransko porazdelitev moči na zadnji premi. Aktiviranje načina 4WD Sport usmerja še večji delež pogonskega momenta na zadnji kolesi, tudi v nadvse dinamičnih voznih razmerah, kar privede do izrazitejše okretnosti. Linearno kopičenje bočnih sil, tako značilnih za M modele, zdaj omogoča izvajanje nadzorovanega drsenja. Voznik ima prav tako možnost, da popolnoma izklopi sistem DSC in aktivira način 2WD, pri čemer se moč šestvaljnika prenese izključno na zadnji kolesi. Če ima vozilo vgrajen opcijski M nadzor oprijema, je v tej nastavitvi vlečno silo mogoče zelo natančno nastaviti v desetih stopnjah na enak način kot pri modelih z zadnjim pogonom. Oblika prenosa moči popolnoma brez posredovanja regulacijskih sistemov podvozja, ki prispevajo k stabilizaciji vozila, dobro podkovanim voznikom omogoča, da uživajo v izkušnji vožnje največje pristnosti in izpilijo svoje spretnosti s pomočjo opcijskega M analizatorja drsenja.

Voznik lahko nastavi in shrani želeni način M xDrive v okviru dveh posameznih konfiguracij M1 in M2, skupaj z nastavitvami za lastnosti motorja, odzivanje blažilnikov, karakteristike krmiljenja, zavorni sistem in druge parametre. Nato lahko kadar koli prikliče želeno konfiguracijo s pritiskom enega od obeh M gumbov na volanu.

Individualni M občutek: šest modelov, vsak z lastnim značajem.
Z razširitvijo družine z dvema štirikolesnima modelskima različicama BMW M GmbH zdaj ponuja neprimerljivo zasedbo visokozmogljivih srednje velikih premijskih modelov. BMW M3 Limuzina (kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,2–9,9 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 231–226 g/km po WLTP) in BMW M4 Coupé (kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,2–9,9 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 231–226 g/km po WLTP) zaradi kombinacije zadnjega pogona in šeststopenjskega ročnega menjalnika ponujata edinstven prodajni argument v primerjavi s tekmeci. Pogonski moment pri BMW M3 Competition Limuzina (kombinirana poraba goriva: 9,8–9,6 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 224–219 g/km po WLTP) in BMW M4 Competition Coupé (kombinirana poraba goriva: 9,8–9,6 l/100 km po WLTP; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 224–219 g/km po voznem ciklu WLTP) je prav tako usmerjen na zadnji kolesi, v tem primeru prek osemstopenjskega menjalnika M Steptronic s funkcijo Drivelogic.

Lepo uigranemu kvartetu sta se zdaj priključila še na novo prispela BMW M3 Competition Limuzina z M xDrive in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z M xDrive. Najnovejša generacija modelov tako že obsega šest vozil različnih značajev, od katerih ima vsak svoj recept, kako vrhunski športni avtomobili visoke kakovosti zagotavljajo vsakodnevno uporabnost brez omejitev. Kupci se bodo v kratkem lahko razveselili novih možnosti pri iskanju značilnega M pristopa do visokozmogljive vožnje po meri njihovega osebnega sloga, ko se bo pisani paleti pridružila nova izdaja BMW M4 Cabrio v drugi polovici tekočega leta.


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_{Podatki o porabi goriva in emisijah CO2 so bili izmerjeni z uporabo metod, zahtevanih v skladu s spremenjeno Uredbo (ES) 2007/715. Vrednosti se nanašajo na vozilo z osnovno konfiguracijo opreme v Nemčiji. Razpon vrednosti pa upošteva razlike v izbrani velikosti platišč in pnevmatik ter dodatno opremo in se lahko med konfiguracijo spremeni.}

_{Podatki so že izračunani na podlagi novega preizkusnega cikla WLTP.}

_{Vse dodatne informacije o uradni porabi goriva in uradnih specifičnih emisijah CO2 za nove osebne avtomobile najdete v "Priročniku o varčnosti porabe goriva, emisijah CO2 in emisijah onesnaževal zunanjega zraka novih osebnih avtomobilov", ki vam je na voljo brezplačno na vseh pooblaščenih prodajnih mestih in spletni strani www.bmw.si/emisije}

• Nova izdaja visokozmogljivih športnih avtomobilov, ki narekujejo tempo v premijskem srednjem segmentu:

BMW M3 Limuzina: 353 kW/480 KM; pospešek (0 – 100 km/h): 4,2 sekunde; kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,8 l/100 km*; kombinirane emisije CO2: 248 g/km*.

BMW M3 Competition Limuzina: 375 kW/510 KM; pospešek(0 – 100 km/h): 3,9 sekunde; kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,2 l/100 km*; kombinirane emisije CO2: 234 g/km*.

BMW M4 Coupé: 353 kW/480 KM; pospešek (0 – 100 km/h):4,2 sekunde; kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,8 l/100 km*; kombinirane emisije CO2: 248 g/km*.

BMW M4 Competition Coupé: 375 kW/510 KM; pospešek (0 – 100 km/h): 3,9 sekunde; kombinirana poraba goriva: 10,2 l/100 km*; kombinirane emisije CO2: 234 g/km*.

• Avtomobili visoke zmogljivosti z avtentično zapeljivostjo se ponašajo z najsodobnejšo tehnologijo iz sveta motošporta in značajskim profilom po zgledu izvirnega BMW M3, ki je luč sveta ugledal pred 35 leti. Prihod na trg je načrtovan za mesec marec 2021.
  
  
• Nova BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé s konceptom vozila, jasno usmerjenim k visoki zmogljivosti. Uglaševanje sestavnih delov je potekalo skupaj s programom testiranja za dirkalnik BMW M4 GT3. Dobro znana M kombinacija dinamike, okretnosti in natančnosti je združena z vsakodnevno uporabnostjo ter sposobnostjo vožnje na dolge razdalje.
  
  
• Dodatna raznolikost v ponudbi pogonskih sklopov. Pristna izkušnja visoke zmogljivosti z novima BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé zaradi šeststopenjskega ročnega menjalnika, ki ga ne ponuja nihče od tekmecev. BMW M3 Competition Limuzina in BMW M4 Competition Coupé z osemstopenjskim menjalnikom M Steptronic. Modeli Competition bodo prvič na voljo tudi s sistemom štirikolesnega pogona M xDrive (predvidoma od poletja 2021).
  
  
• Vrstni šestvaljni motor s tehnologijo M TwinPower Turbo, značajem visoke vrtilne frekvence, največjo močjo 375 kW/510 KM in do 650 Nm največjega navora. Dva turbopolnilnika, optimizirano neposredno visokotlačno vbrizgavanje goriva, hlajenje in oskrba z oljem, prilagojeni za uporabo na dirkališču; izpušni sistem, značilen za model, z električno krmiljenimi loputami za čustveno navdušujoč zvok motorja.
  
  
• Poseben šeststopenjski ročni menjalnik z asistentom za pretikanje za izjemno dinamične vozne razmere. Osemstopenjski menjalnik M Steptronic najnovejše generacije s funkcijo Drivelogic in tremi programi pretikanja. M xDrive je kombiniran z aktivnim M diferencialom; poudarek na zadnjem kolesnem paru in trije izbirni načini: 4WD, 4WD Sport in 2WD za pristen zadnji pogon in možnost izklopa sistema za nadzor stabilnosti.
  
  
• Prilagodljivo M podvozje z elektronsko krmiljenimi blažilniki in M Servotronic s spremenljivim prestavnim razmerjem krmiljenja sta vgrajena standardno. M-posebne spremembe na sprednji in zadnji premi. Na novo integriran zavorni sistem z dvema nastavitvama odziva pojemka in občutka zavornega pedala. Zavore M Compound so na voljo standardno, keramične zavore M Carbon pa kot opcija.
  
  
• Dinamični nadzor stabilnosti (DSC), vklj. z M Dynamic Mode in novo integrirano funkcijo, ki omejuje zdrsavanje koles, ter M nadzorom oprijema, nastavljivim v desetih stopnjah.
  
  
• Kovana M aluminijasta platišča – spredaj: 18-palčna, zadaj 19-palčna (modeli Competition z M xDrive – spredaj: 19-palčna, zadaj 20-palčna). Visokozmogljive pnevmatike so na voljo opcijsko.
  
  
• Izjemno visoka torzijska togost karoserije in nosilnega okvirja zaradi natančnih ukrepov, vključno s posebnimi vpenjalnimi elementi za motorni prostor, podokvirjem sprednje preme z aluminijasto ploščo, vpenjalnimi elementi podvozja in podokvirjem zadnje preme s togo povezavo s karoserijo.
  
  
• Dve karoserijski različici z lastnimi individualnimi elementi na zunanjosti in zelo privlačno estetiko. BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé z značilnostmi karoserije, jasno usmerjenimi k visoki zmogljivosti. M-posebna različica velike navpične ledvičke BMW, mišičasto oblikovani blatniki s privlačnima odprtinama za zrak na bokih v obliki M škrg, opazno razširjena bočna pragova s pritrditvami za podaljšana odbijača spredaj in zadaj, karbonska streha z aerodinamično optimiziranima robovoma v obliki plavuti, zadnji spojler ter dobro znan dvojec M končnih izpušnih cevi.
  
  
• Novi, ekskluzivni barvni odtenki za zunanjost. Paket zunanjosti M Carbon in dodatki iz programa BMW M Performance Parts so na voljo kot opcija.
  
  
• Ergonomsko optimiziran kokpit športnega avtomobila z M-posebnimi zasloni in upravljalnimi elementi. Na novo razviti M športni sedeži in usnje Merino drobnozrnate strukture z razširjenim oblazinjenjem so na voljo standardno; opcijsko je na voljo tudi zračenje sedežev. Novi školjkasti sedeži M Carbon strukturne zasnove so na voljo kot opcija.
  
  
• M-poseben koncept nadzora in upravljanja z gumbom Setup za neposreden dostop do nastavitev za motor, podvozje, krmilni mehanizem in zavorni sistem – glede na model in specifikacije opreme pa tudi za sistem M xDrive, asistenta za pretikanje in nadzor oprijema. Dve individualno sestavljeni konfiguraciji za celotno nastavitev vozila je mogoče aktivirati z gumboma M1/M2 na volanu. Gumb M Mode omogoča individualno konfiguracijo interventnega praga sistemov za pomoč vozniku ter prikazov na instrumentni plošči in opcijskem projektorju Head-Up. Nastavitvi ROAD in SPORT sta na voljo standardno; dodatni način TRACK za vožnjo na dirkališču pa je dodan, če je izbrana opcija M Drive Professional.
  
  
• Premiera za M Drive Professional (vključno z analizatorjem M Drift, M Laptimer in M nadzorom oprijema) za posebej intenzivno izkušnjo visoke zmogljivosti na dirkališču.
  
  
• Znatno razširjen izbor sistemov za pomoč vozniku. Nadzor razdalje pri parkiranju, opozorilo pred čelnim trkom, opozorilo za zapustitev voznega pasu in Speed Limit Info so vgrajeni standardno. Opcije vključujejo Driving Assistant Professional z asistentom za krmiljenje in ohranjanje vozila na voznem pasu, funkcijo Active Navigation, asistenta za vzpostavitev reševalnega pasu, parkirnega asistenta z asistentom za vzvratno vožnjo, BMW Drive Recorder** in projektor BMW Head-Up z M-posebnimi prikazi.
  
  
• BMW Live Cockpit Professional s popolnoma digitalno kompozicijo prikazovalnikov, navigacijskim sistemom v oblaku BMW Maps in BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant je na voljo standardno.
  
  
• Paket M Race Track, ki je na voljo prvič, zmanjša skupno maso vozila za približno 25 kilogramov po zaslugi funkcij, med katerimi so keramične zavore M Carbon, posebna M platišča iz lahke zlitine in školjkasti sedeži M Carbon.

_{*Podatki o porabi goriva in emisijah CO2 so določeni v skladu z Uredbo (ES) 715/2007 v veljavni različici. Vrednosti se nanašajo na vozilo z osnovno konfiguracijo v Nemčiji. Prikazani doseg upošteva različne velikosti izbranih platišč/pnevmatik in izbrane postavke s seznama dodatne opreme ter se lahko spreminja med konfiguracijo.}

_{Vrednosti že temeljijo na novi uredbi globalno usklajenega preskusnega postopka za lahka vozila (WLTP) in so preračunane v vrednosti, ki ustrezajo novemu evropskemu voznemu ciklu (NEDC), da se zagotovi primerljivost med vozili. V zvezi s temi vozili se lahko tukaj prikazane vrednosti emisij CO2 razlikujejo od vrednosti, ki se (med drugim) upoštevajo za določitev ustreznih davkov ali drugih dajatev, povezanih z emisijami CO2 (odvisno od nacionalne zakonodaje).}

_{Vse dodatne informacije o uradni porabi goriva in specifični vrednosti emisij CO2 novih osebnih vozil lahko najdete v "Priročniku o varčnosti porabe goriva, emisijah CO2 in emisijah onesnaževal zunanjega zraka novih osebnih avtomobilov", ki vam je na voljo brezplačno na vseh pooblaščenih prodajnih mestih in spletni strani www.bmw.si/emisije.}

_{Vrednosti emisij osnaževal zunanjega zraka (CO2 itd.) in specifikacije ekonomičnosti, ki temeljijo na globalno usklajenem preskusnem postopku za lahka vozila (WLTP), bodo na voljo v kratkem.}

_{** V okviru uporabe BMW Drive Recorder opozarjamo, da je v nekaterih državah uporaba te naprave regulirana ali prepovedana. Dopustnost snemanja in uporabe videoposnetkov je odvisna od zakonske ureditve države, v kateri se uporablja funkcija snemanja. V nekaterih evropskih državah, med njimi tudi v Sloveniji, uporaba kamer nameščenih znotraj avtomobila, ki spremljajo potek vožnje, splošno ni dovoljena.} 

_{Lastnik oz. uporabnik vozila je odgovoren za uporabo in spoštovanje veljavnih dotičnih predpisov.}

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Munich. 2016 marks the 30th anniversary of a motoring icon, one which revolutionised the mid-size sports car segment when its production started in 1986. The very first BMW M3 set a new standard by which other carmakers would be measured – and, five model generations later, are still judged today. BMW Motorsport Division, the precursor to BMW M Division, was incredibly rigorous in its deployment of undiluted motor racing technology in the development of the first-generation BMW M3. Its endeavours produced a thoroughbred high-performance sports car – based on the series-produced BMW 3 Series – that was perfectly suited to daily use. Over the three decades that have followed, BMW M has gently refined its trailblazing and highly successful creation from one generation to the next, while always taking great care to preserve the original character of the M3. The upshot is that there is arguably still no other car that blends such prominently honed motor sport genes and uncompromised everyday practicality into such an emotionally stirring overall package.

The 30th anniversary of the BMW M3 provides an ideal opportunity to look back at four highly intriguing model variants that, for various reasons, never made it past the prototype stage. Four surprise guests will therefore be attending their progenitor’s birthday party: the BMW M3 Pickup from 1986, the BMW M3 Compact from 1996, the BMW M3 Touring from 2000 and the second incarnation of the BMW M3 Pickup unveiled in 2011.

Use in touring car racing was the overriding development objective for the first-generation BMW M3.
The BMW M3 was not an attempt to produce a sporting flagship for a volume-produced model range; instead it originated from the idea of developing a racing car for motor sport that would also be available in a road-going version. The selected category of racing was Group A production touring cars – as seen in the German Touring Car Championship (DTM) that had succeeded the German Racing Championship (DRM). The Group A regulations stated that for a racing car to be homologated, at least 5,000 road-legal units had to be sold within 12 months.

Having the chance to develop the production and race versions of the car alongside one another presented the development team with a tremendous opportunity, which they duly capitalised on. The axle kinematics, suspension and damping were all perfectly tailored to the future demands of motor racing, as was the braking system, which combined the standard ABS with inner-vented brake discs at the front and an engine-driven high-pressure pump. Details such as the transmission’s shift pattern with first gear at the bottom left also gave a clear indication of the vehicle’s singular focus on racing.

On top of this came extensive weight-saving measures. While the body with broad wheel arches was manufactured from sheet metal in the traditional manner, the front and rear bumpers along with the side skirts, boot lid and spoiler were made of plastic, reflecting the engineers’ commitment to intelligent lightweight construction. The BMW Motorsport experts tweaked the car’s aerodynamics too, with the C-pillar of the BMW M3 following a slightly shallower angle than the standard body and having a broader base. This allowed the airflow to be directed towards the distinctive rear spoiler more effectively.

Extensive use of high tech in the powertrain, too.
The experts at the Motorsport department used the two-litre four-cylinder engine fitted in series-production models as the basis for the M3’s unit, as the low weight of its construction and its high-revving capabilities meant it had exactly the right ingredients for a racing engine. To transform the well-mannered everyday engine into an athletic performer with sports car credentials, however, they had to subject it to some intensive power therapy.

First, they increased its displacement to 2.3 litres and converted it to a four-valve arrangement. For this purpose, the team employed a suitably modified cylinder head taken from the six-cylinder engine featured in the BMW M1, whose combustion chambers were – conveniently enough – spaced exactly the same distance apart as the four-cylinder unit’s. The crank drive on the BMW M3 was designed to be so rigid that it could handle 10,000 revolutions per minute and more. The standard production car’s rated engine speed of 6,750 rpm therefore left plenty of margin for further evolutions of the motor sport off-shoot.

From sporting machine to heavy-duty transporter: the BMW M3 Pickup (1986).
When the first generation of the BMW M3 was brought out, it wasn’t just customers who were enthralled by its exceptional dynamic abilities. It also caused quite a stir within the BMW Motorsport department responsible for its development, who saw it as the perfect means of transporting work equipment and parts around the premises of what is now BMW M Division in Garching near Munich. The only problem was that goods transport didn’t figure very highly on the list of the first BMW M3’s many talents.

It didn’t take long to remedy the situation, the body of a BMW 3 Series Convertible being transformed into a BMW M3 Pickup. “The convertible bodyshell was chosen as the basis for two reasons,” recalls Jakob Polschak, head of vehicle prototype building and workshops at BMW M Division and an employee at the company for more than 40 years. “Firstly, we happened to have such a model at our disposal and in perfect condition. And secondly, the convertible’s built-in bracing made it the ideal choice for a pickup conversion.”

The first BMW M3 Pickup did not sport the original’s boldly flared wings, as it was equipped with the narrower body of its regular, volume-produced sibling. At first it was powered by the engine fitted in the so-called “Italian M3”, which had a reduced two-litre displacement due to tax regulations there and an output of 192 hp. “Later we switched to the original 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine with 200 horsepower,” reveals Polschak. The BMW M3 Pickup went about its work around the factory premises reliably for over 26 years before finally being retired four years ago.

The BMW M3 Pickup’s long service life alone is clear evidence that the one-off versions being presented here are not mere gimmicks or engineering exercises. On the contrary, they are high-performance cars that have been optimised to perfectly match their intended task or field of use. As such, they epitomise the philosophy of BMW M. Plus, they also fulfilled another important purpose: “Our apprentices, graduate trainees and placement students assisted in the construction of all of these prototypes,” explains Polschak. “This allowed them to gain invaluable hands-on experience at the same time as freeing up resources for us – a classic win-win situation.”

A starter model for young target groups: the BMW M3 Compact (1996).
The same was also true of the 1996 BMW M3 Compact, of course. The idea behind this model was to present younger customers, in particular, with an entry point into the world of BMW M cars. “To a certain extent, the M3 Compact can be regarded as the forefather of today’s BMW M2,” remarks the BMW M workshop chief with a twinkle in the eye, and it’s easy to see why he draws the comparison. If it had gone into production, the M3 engine’s power would in all likelihood have been lowered somewhat. In the prototype, however, it was allowed to unleash its full 321 hp, which made easy work of propelling a lightweight car (it tipped the scales at just 1.3 tonnes). “It is 150 kilograms lighter, more agile, firmer and even more uncompromising,” enthused German motoring magazine “auto motor und sport” (issue no. 13/1996) after testing it.

A feasibility study under real-world conditions: the BMW M3 Touring (2000).
The BMW M3 Touring prototype likewise materialised because a production model was under consideration. The M3 Compact was made available to journalists for testing in order to both project an image and sound out customer interest. But the M3 Touring served entirely in-house purposes. “This prototype allowed us to show that, from a purely technical standpoint at least, it was possible to integrate an M3 Touring into the ongoing production of the standard BMW 3 Series Touring with very little difficulty,” explains Jakob Polschak. “One important thing we needed to demonstrate was that the rear doors of the standard production model could be reworked to adapt them to the rear wheel arches without the need for new and expensive tools.” Once it had passed through the assembly line, the M3 Touring required only minimal manual follow-up work to fit the M-specific add-on parts and interior details, for example.

History repeats itself: the BMW M3 Pickup (2011).
Once the first-generation BMW M3 Pickup described above eventually started to show the first serious signs of wear after around a quarter of a century of service, it was time for a successor. As with the original, those responsible for its creation again opted for a convertible body due to the existing strengthening elements. “The conversion work had initially proceeded in the usual, largely unspectacular manner during the spring of 2011. But then someone came up with the idea of marketing the vehicle as an April Fools’ joke, as April 1 was just around the corner,” recounts Polschak. To prime the public, spy shots of calibration runs on the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit emerged in the run-up to the day, which served to fuel speculation about plans to build a production model.

And it worked. Reports from the time show that a good many journalists and bloggers took the bait and believed the rumours. Even the official press release published on 1 April 2011 did not immediately set matters straight, first presenting the BMW M3 Pickup as the “fourth body variant” following the Sedan, Coupe and Convertible, before going on to say: “309 kW/420 hp under the bonnet and a payload capacity of 450 kilograms over the rear axle take the BMW M models’ hallmark blend of racing-style driving pleasure and everyday practicality to a whole new level.” It also pointed out that the Cd was only marginally higher than that of the BMW M3 Coupe, the car was 50 kilograms lighter than the Convertible and the 20-kilogram targa roof could be removed to further lower the centre of gravity and therefore deliver even sharper handling dynamics.

It wasn’t until the final paragraph that the press release discreetly revealed the model in question was actually a one-off built for use as a workshop transport vehicle. Unlike its predecessor, however, it had also been licensed for road use.

The BMW M3: a sporting icon and dynamic benchmark for five generations.
30 years ago almost to the day production began of the first series-produced BMW M3s. This represented the opening chapter in a story of success which has no equal in the automotive world. The 2.3-litre four-cylinder unit with four-valve technology produced 147 kW/200 hp and accelerated the M3, which weighed just 1,200 kilograms, from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 6.7 seconds. Top speed was 235 km/h (146 mph). In 1988 the Evo version was unveiled, with power increased once again to 220 hp and its top speed to 243 km/h (151 mph). And this was followed in 1990 by the final development stage of the first-generation M3: the BMW M3 Sport Evolution with 238 hp 2.5-litre engine, produced in a limited run of 600 examples.

The second generation of the BMW M3 – not developed specifically for use in motor sport this time – was a much more understated affair. Unveiled in 1992, its six-cylinder engine developed 210 kW/286 hp from three-litre displacement and peak torque of 320 Newton metres (236 lb-ft). It also featured the innovative new camshaft control system VANOS. The new model set two world records – for the highest output per litre (97 hp/l) and the highest specific torque (108 Nm (80 lb-ft)/l) produced by a volume-produced naturally-aspirated engine.

An extensive facelift in 1995 saw the displacement of the six-cylinder in-line engine increased from 2,990 to 3,201cc, with output rising to 236 kW/321 hp. Added to which, the new engine also employed Double-VANOS, which brings fully variable camshaft control on both the intake and exhaust sides. In summer 1996 the BMW M3 became the first series-produced car to be offered with the option of an SMG automated manual gearbox.

Featuring an aluminium bonnet with powerdome, prominently flared wheel arches, an aerodynamically optimised boot lid with rear spoiler lip and four tailpipes exiting the dual-flow exhaust system, the third-generation BMW M3 unveiled in 2000 cut an extremely eye-catching figure once more. Power again came courtesy of a naturally-aspirated six-cylinder in-line engine. The completely newly developed unit developed output of 252 kW/343 hp from its 3,246 cc and peak torque of 365 Newton metres (269 lb-ft).

Instead of being equipped with a straight-six engine, like the two previous generations of the car, the fourth incarnation of the BMW M3 presented in 2007 was powered by a high-revving, naturally-aspirated V8 developing 309 kW/420 hp. Among the extensive intelligent lightweight design measures employed were the carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof fitted as standard and a front axle made almost entirely from aluminium.

The current (fifth) generation of the BMW M3 was introduced in spring 2014. In keeping with the change in nomenclature for BMW’s series-produced models, only the four-door sedan is badged “M3”, while the coupe and the convertible variants were given the model designation M4. In all three body variants, a free-revving straight-six engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and 317 kW/431 hp provides the power. Rigorously applied intelligent lightweight design elements include the extensive use of lightweight materials such as CFRP and aluminium for many chassis and body components. All of which has shaved around 80 kilograms off the weight of its predecessor.

This summer, BMW M Division released an exclusive special-edition model – limited to 500 units worldwide – as a special tribute to the successful 30-year history of the BMW M3. With its Macao Blue metallic exterior paint finish, the BMW M3 “30 Jahre M3” harks back to the first generation of car, for which this colour shade was first offered. The Competition Package, which is included as standard and comprises extensive powertrain and suspension modifications, pushes the engine output of the anniversary model up by 14 kW/19 hp to 331 kW/450 hp.

München. Z lansiranjem prve generacije BMW M3 leta 1986, je BMW M GmbH, v tistem obdobju pod imenom BMW Motorsport GmbH, revolucioniziral segment športnih vozil srednjega razreda. Noben drug proizvajalec prej nikoli ni uporabil pristne dirkaške tehnologije tako dosledno, da bi model masovne proizvodnje, kot je BMW serije 3, spremenil v polnokrvno športno vozilo visoke zmogljivosti, ki je prav tako popolnoma primerno za vsakodnevno uporabo. Prvi BMW M3 je postavil standard, po katerem se je ocenjevalo druge proizvajalce.

Medtem pa je BMW M nenehno izpopolnjeval svojo avtomobilsko ikono skozi pet generacij modelov. V vseh teh letih je BMW M3 ohranil svoj originalen značaj. Najbrž noben drug avtomobil ne združuje značilnih dirkaških genov in neomejeno primernost za vsakodnevno uporabo v tako zelo čustvenem celovitem konceptu. Ob obeležitvi 30. obletnice avtomobilske ikone to poletje, bo BMW M na trg lansiral ekskluzivno posebno izdajo BMW M3 “30 Years M3”, ki je omejena na 500 vozil po svetu.

Izdaja “30 Years M3” v legendarni kovinski barvi Macao Blue.
Izdaja “30 Years M3” je v čast prve generacije BMW M3 lakirana v ekskluzivni kovinski barvi zunanjosti Macao Blue, ki je nekoč doživela svojo premiero v barvni skali BMW kot posebna možnost za prvo generacijo BMW M3.

Izdaja “30 Years M3” je nadgrajena s paketom Competition, ki je na voljo kot dodatna oprema za model BMW M3 serijske proizvodnje. Ta obsega večjo moč motorja za 14 kW/19 KM, ki znaša 331 kW/450 KM (BMW M3 “30 Years M3”: kombinirana poraba goriva: 8,8 – 8,3 l/100 km, kombinirane emisije CO2: 204 – 194 g/km). Paket Competition vključuje tudi prilagodljivo M podvozje, ki je popolnoma usklajeno s povečano zmogljivostjo. Izpopolnjena oprema obsega še nove vzmeti, blažilnike in stabilizatorje, spremenjene karakteristične diagrame treh načinov vožnje; Comfort, Sport in Sport+, in ustrezno spremenjeno nastavitev osnovnega aktivnega M diferenciala na zadnji premi ter dinamičnega nadzora stabilnosti (DSC). Paket Competition je pri posebni izdaji na voljo tudi s kovanimi 20-palčnimi M litimi alu. platišči Star-spoke 666 M s kombiniranimi pnevmatikami (spredaj: 265/30 R20, zadaj: 285/30 R20).

Vsi ti ukrepi vodijo v bistveno povečanje dinamične zmogljivosti, ki se navsezadnje kaže tudi v boljšem pospešku. BMW M3 “30 Years M3” z dodatnim 7-stopenjskim M menjalnikom z dvojno sklopko pospeši od 0 do 100 km/h v le 4 sekundah, kar je 0,1 sekunde hitreje od modela serijske proizvodnje. Tudi z osnovnim 6-stopenjskim ročnim menjalnikom opravi vozilo ta sprint 0,1 sekunde hitreje od proizvodnega modela.

Kar zadeva oblikovanje zunanjosti obsega paket Competition tudi razširjene vsebine elementov BMW Individual Shadow Line visok sijaj, vključno z masko izpušne cevi iz črnega kroma za M športen izpušni sistem in karakterističnim, močnim zvokom, ki bistveno prispeva k zelo čustvenemu voznemu doživetju. Posebna izdaja ima na voljo tudi ekskluzivno oblikovani M škrgi na sprednjih blatnikih z logotipom “30 Years M3”.

Športna, funkcionalna notranjost z izjemnim, prvovrstnim ambientom.
Paket Competition nadgradi notranjost posebne izdaje “30 Years M3” s specifičnimi M športnimi sedeži, ki združujejo odlično oporo z značilnim potovalnim udobjem na dolgih razdaljah. Varnostni pasovi z vtkanimi črtami BMW M prav tako izboljšajo športen ambient v notranjosti.

Logotip “30 Years M3” na sprednjih vratnih pragovih spominja voznika in sovoznika na edinstveno zgodovino ikone podjetja BMW M. Napis “30 Years M3 1/500” na okrasni oblogi instrumentne plošče iz karbonskih vlaken sporoča ekskluzivnost modela BMW M3 “30 Years M3”, omejeno na 500 vozil po svetu. Napis “30 Years M3” je vezen tudi na sprednjih naslonih za glavo.

BMW M3 “30 Years M3” je opremljen z ekskluzivnim oblazinjenjem v usnju Merino v barvni kombinaciji Black/Fjord Blue ali dodatno v Black/Silverstone s kontrastnimi šivi, ki čudovito poudarijo športen in prefinjen značaj posebne izdaje.

V primerjavi z BMW M3 s paketom Competition je posebna izdaja v Nemčiji dražja za okoli 10.000 evrov. Prihod na trg je predviden za poletje 2016 – kar je natanko 30 let od podpisa prve pogodbe za nakup BMW M3.

1986 – serija 3 z razširjenimi blatniki in izvrstno močjo.
Približno šest mesecev po tem, ko je BMW jeseni leta 1985 osupnil strokovnjake s svetovno premiero novega BMW M3 na mednarodnem avtomobilskem salonu v Frankfurtu, je končno napočil čas: spomladi leta 1986, so nekateri novinarji iz sveta avtomobilizma prvič dobili priložnost, da na dirkališču v Mugellu preizkusijo “serijo 3 supercar”, ki ni bila spektakularna le po svojih izrazito razširjenih blatnikih. 2,3-litrski štirivaljni motor z vgrajeno tehnologijo štirih valjev je razvil 147 kW/200 KM. Ta pogonska enota je bila idealna rešitev za avtomobil z dvoje bočnih vrat, ki je zaradi svoje lahke konstrukcije tehtal samo 1200 kg – sprednji in zadnji odbijač, bočna pragova in pokrov prtljažnika z zadnjim spojlerjem so bili izdelani iz plastike, podobno kot še nekatere druge komponente. Pospešek od 0 do 100 km/h v 6,7 sekunde in največja hitrost 235 km/h sta še danes vsega spoštovanja vredni številki.

Leta 1988 je sledila predstavitev EVO različice BMW M3, ki je dosegla največjo hitrost 243 km/h po zaslugi izboljšane izhodne moči (160 kW/220 KM). Leta 1990 je bila na trg lansirana najmočnejša različica modela prve generacije – BMW M3 Sport Evolution, ki je razvil 238 KM in imel 2,5-litrsko pogonsko enoto pod sprednjim pokrovom, proizvodnja je bila omejena na 600 vozil.

Izjemen dokaz inženirskega znanja v razvoju BMW M3 so že leta 1986 potrjevale različice katalizatorja v športnem avtomobilu. Ker so od samega začetka razvojne faze tehniki prav tako posvečali svojo pozornost uporabi tehnologije za prečiščevanje izpušnih plinov, je vsaka različica modela zaradi vgradnje katalizatorja izgubila le 3 kW/5 KM moči motorja; s tem je bil učinek na vozno zmogljivost zares malenkosten.

1992 – od polnokrvnega dirkalnika do elegantnega kupeja.
V nasprotju s predhodnikom, druga generacija BMW M3, ki je svoj debi doživela leta 1992, ni bila razvita posebej za uporabo v motošportu. Občutno bolj diskreten in eleganten kupe je imel vgrajen 3,0-litrski šestvaljni motor z močjo 210 kW/286 KM in največjim navorom 320 Nm. Pogonska enota, ki je bila opremljena z inovativno tehnologijo krmiljenja odmikalne gredi VANOS, je pomenila izjemen dokaz vrhunskega inženirskega znanja. S svojo litrsko močjo (97 KM/l) in specifičnim navorom (108 Nm/l) je postavila dva svetovna rekorda za konvencionalne sesalne motorje masovne proizvodnje. BMW M3 Coupé je pospešil od 0 do 100 km/h v natanko šestih sekundah, medtem ko je bila njegova največja hitrost elektronsko omejena na 250 km/h.

Novi BMW M3 je izstopal po obliki svojih zunanjih ogledal. Aerodinamično izpopolnjena ohišja zunanjih ogledal z dvojno pritrditvijo in profilom v obliki kril so takoj ločila vozilo od serijsko proizvedenih različic BMW serije 3 Coupé. Izrazito oblikovana M zunanja ogledala še danes služijo kot ena najznačilnejših identifikacijskih lastnosti večine modelov s črko M.

Leta 1994 je BMW M nadgradil ponudbo BMW M3 z dvema karoserijskima različicama hkrati. Poleg kabrioleta je bil BMW M3 prav tako prvič na voljo kot limuzina s štirimi vrati. Kupci so bili še posebej zadovoljni, ker ni zmogljivost limuzine v ničemer zaostajala za tisto v kupeju.

Leta 1995 se je, v okviru obsežne nadgradnje modela, delovna prostornina vrstnega šestvaljnega motorja povečala iz 2990 na 3201 cm3, njegova največja moč pa na 236 kW/321 KM. Prenovljen motor je bi opremljen z dvojnim VANOS, tako da je poleg spremenljivo prilagodljive odmikalne gredi sesalnih ventilov imel tudi sinhrono delujočo izpušno odmikalno gred. Rezultat: kljub večjim rezervam moči in bistveno boljši zmogljivosti (npr. 0 – 100 km/h v 5,5 s) je bil spremenjeni BMW M3 zelo varčen.

Od poletja leta 1996 je BMW M3 postal prvo vozilo masovne proizvodnje na svetu z avtomatiziranim ročnim menjalnikom. Funkcija sekvenčnega M menjalnika je bila dirkaške narave: za prestavljanje navzgor je voznik povlekel prestavno ročico nazaj, za prestavljanje navzdol pa jo je enostavno potisnil naprej. Sistem je bil med kupci izjemno popularen, saj je bilo takrat skoraj vsako drugo vozilo BMW M3, ki je zapeljalo iz proizvodnega traku v tovarni BMW v Regensburgu, opremljeno z menjalnikom SMG.

2000 – polnokrven atlet s samozavestnim videzom.
Tretja generacija BMW M3 je imela bolj energičen videz od svojega predhodnika. Po zaslugi aluminijastega pokrova motorja z izboklino (power dome), izrazito širših blatnikov, aerodinamično izpopolnjenega pokrova prtljažnika z zadnjim spojlerjem in štirih končnih izpušnih cevi dvopretočnega izpušnega sistema, kupe ni puščal prav nobenega dvoma glede svojih rezerv moči in dinamike.

Vozilo je bilo prav tako gnano z vrstnim šestvaljnim sesalnim motorjem. Popolnoma prenovljena pogonska enota je iz delovne prostornine 3246 kubičnih centimetrov razvila največjo moč 252 kW/343 KM in največji navor 365 Nm. 5,2 sekunde za sprint do 100 km/h in le 5,4 s za pospešek od 80 do 120 km/h v četrti prestavi – ti številki odražata potencial zmogljivosti tega BMW M3. Spomladi leta 2001, le nekaj mesecev po kupeju, je svoj prvenec doživel tudi kabriolet, ki je imel zaradi svoje nizke linije še bolj mišičast videz.

BMW M3 CSL, ki je bil kupcem na voljo od leta 2003, je dobil poseben status. Pri tem posebnem modelu, ki je bil dosledno zasnovan v okviru lahke konstrukcije – okrajšavo CSL je BMW vedno uporabljal za Coupé, Sport in Lightweight –, je največja moč 265 kW/360 KM kombinirana z maso praznega vozila le 1385 kg, kar ustreza razmerju med maso in močjo 3,85 kg/KM. Znižanje mase ni bilo doseženo preprosto z izpuščanjem domnevno nepotrebnih, z udobjem povezanih komponent, ampak s principom inteligentne lahke konstrukcije, to je z uporabo najprimernejših materialov na pravem mestu. Ta je npr. vključevala streho iz plastike, ojačane s karbonskimi vlakni (CFRP), in zadnje okno, ki je bilo zastekljeno s tankim steklom. In kot dokazuje pospešek, se je to izplačalo: 0 – 100 km/h v 4,9 s, 0 – 200 km/h v 16,8 s.

2007 – četrta generacija z motorjem V8 in karbonsko streho v osnovni opremi.
Namesto vrstnega šestvaljnega motorja, ki je bil vgrajen v dveh prejšnjih generacijah, je imela četrta izdaja BMW M3 pod svojim sprednjim pokrovom sesalni motor V8. Štirilitrska pogonska enota z visoko vrtilno frekvenco je razvila največjo moč 309 kW/420 KM in tehtala samo 202 kg, kar je bilo 15 kg manj od prej uporabljenega motorja. Uporaba koncepta inteligentne lahke konstrukcije se je prenesla tudi na druga področja. Na primer, BMW M3 Coupé je imel osnovno na voljo karbonsko streho, kjer ostane struktura vlaken vidna pod prozornim slojem. Sprednja prema vozila je bila skoraj v celoti narejena iz aluminija.

Jeseni leta 2007 je prišla na trg štirivratna različica BMW M3, ki je imela pospešek od 0 do 100 km/h v 4,9 sekunde in je bila s tem le desetinko sekunde počasnejša od kupeja. Ponudbo modelov je nekaj mesecev pozneje, spomladi leta 2008, dopolnil še kabriolet.

2014 – inovativna tehnologija motorja in dosledna lahka konstrukcija.
Z lansiranjem pete generacije vrhunskega športnika spomladi leta 2014, BMW M GmbH ni poskrbel le za prvo istočasno predstavitev limuzine in kupeja, ampak je oznako modela prav tako razporedil z novo nomenklaturo serijskih modelov. Torej, limuzina nosi ime BMW M3, kupe pa BMW M4 – enako kot kabriolet, ki je kupcem na voljo od jeseni leta 2014.

Popolnoma posodobljen vrstni šestvaljni motor, ki vključuje tehnologijo M TwinPower Turbo in koncept visoke vrtilne frekvence, razvije največjo moč 317 kW/431 KM in največji navor 550 Nm (na voljo v širokem območju vrtilne frekvence motorja), kar presega največjo količino navora predhodnega modela BMW M3 za skoraj 40 odstotkov. Poraba goriva in emisije so okoli 25 odstotkov nižje. BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Cabrio pospešita od 0 do 100 km/h v 4,1 sekunde (z dodatnim 7-stopenjskim menjalnikom z dvojno sklopko).

Da bi se dosegla čim višja raven vozne dinamike v kombinaciji z izvrstno učinkovitostjo porabe goriva, je bila masa vozila (z osnovno opremo) v primerjavi s predhodnikom znižana za okoli 80 kg. Ponovno je bilo to možno z dosledno uporabo inteligentnih ukrepov lahke konstrukcije. Ta med drugim vključuje intenzivnejšo uporabo lahkih materialov, kot sta CFRP in aluminij, za številne komponente vzmetenja in karoserije.

“Vse najboljše, BMW M3” – prijatelji in spremljevalci mu čestitajo za 30. rojstni dan.

“Do BMW M3 bom imel vedno zelo poseben odnos. Moj oče je vozil črnega BMW M3. Leta 2012 sem postal prvak prvenstva DTM z mat črnim BMW Bank M3. Vsi proizvodni modeli BMW M3 imajo zelo poseben dirkaški značaj – podoben novemu BMW M4. BMW M GmbH je uspelo prenesti občutek iz dirkališča na cesto. Takšnega močnega avtomobila ni enostavno narediti tako kompaktnega in zanesljivega na cesti, kot je to storil BMW z M3. BMW M3 je športnost v najčistejši obliki. In vedno bo imel prav posebno mesto v mojem spominu”.
Bruno Spengler, poklicni dirkač, v sezoni DTM 2016 tekmuje za ekipo BMW Team MTEK, z BMW M3 DTM osvojil prvenstvo DTM v sezoni 2012.

“BMW M3 je fascinanten avtomobil – tako danes kot pred 30 leti. Po dirkališču sem vozil takratnega M3. V primerjavi z našimi današnjimi dirkalnimi avtomobili, je bilo za volanom res težko delo. V mojem prvem prvenstvu DTM v sezoni 2013, sem slavil zmago z BMW M3 DTM nove generacije. To je bil zelo poseben trenutek. In mislim, da je BMW M3 enostavno narejen za ustvarjanje tako posebnih trenutkov”.
Timo Glock, poklicni dirkač, v sezoni DTM 2016 tekmuje za ekipo BMW Team RMG, 91 dirk za F1 Grand Prix med letoma 2004 in 2012.

“Za veliko ljudi – tudi zame – je BMW M3 sinonim uspeha na dirkališču. Njegovi dirkaški geni so bili očitni že leta 1986 in tudi danes ni nič drugače. Kot dirkač se počutim odlično, da lahko takšen športen avtomobil vozim tudi zunaj dirkališča. BMW M3 je legenda z dobrim razlogom”.
Martin Tomczyk, poklicni dirkač, v prvenstvu DTM tekmuje za ekipo BMW Team Schnitzer.

“BMW M3 je brez dvoma najpomembnejši avtomobil v moji dolgi dirkaški karieri. S tem avtom sem osvojil svetovno prvenstvo turnih avtomobilov (WTCC), naslov v DTM, italijansko prvenstvo turnih avtomobilov in se veselil številnih dirkaških zmag po vsej Evropi. BMW M3 je bil zmagovalec od prvega dne in ta položaj je obdržal skozi desetletja. Fani obožujejo BMW M3 – in tudi jaz ga obožujem!”
Roberto Ravaglia, nekdanji poklicni dirkač, prvi zmagovalec prvenstva turnih avtomobilov v zgodovini (1987) in ustanovitelj ekipe ROAL Motorsport.

“BMW M3 je prava ikona. Ko je avto opravil svoj dirkaški prvenec leta 1987, je bil zmagovalec od vsega začetka in postal najuspešnejši turno avtomobil vseh časov. Vožnja s tem avtomobilom je bila vedno velik užitek. Z njim sem doživel tako veliko nepozabnih trenutkov in se veselil številnih zmag. Z BMW M3 sem stkal zares tesno vez”.
Johnny Cecotto, nekdanji poklicni dirkač, 10 dirkaških zmag z BMW M3 v prvenstvu DTM med letoma 1989 in 1992, z BMW M3 zmagovalec 24-urne dirke v Spa-Francorchampsu leta 1990, z BMW M3 zmagovalec 24-urne dirke na Nürburgringu leta 1992, z BMW M3 GTR zmagovalec prvenstva ADAC GT Cup leta 1993 in dvakratni svetovni motociklistični prvak (1975/1978).

“Zame je BMW M3 preprosto najboljši. Verjamem, da BMW M3 vsak takoj poveže z BMW M GmbH, celo prej kot M1 in M5. Glavni razlog njegove fascinacije je nedvomno rezultat njegove kariere v motošportu. Navsezadnje je BMW M3 vse do danes najuspešnejši turni avtomobil na svetu. Sam imam štiri avtomobile BMW M3 različnih letnikov. Moj najljubši je še vedno BMW M3 prve generacije – ne le, ker so klasični avtomobili BMW moja strast, ampak ker sem osebno prepričan, da je njegova oblika preprosto najboljša.”
Felipe Garcia, ljubitelj in zbiralec znamke BMW, ustanovitelj Mint Classics v Münstru in trgovec z vozili BMW M.

BMW M GmbH s prihodom novega BMW M3 Limuzina in novega BMW M4 Coupé predstavlja novo interpretacijo visokozmogljivega športnega avtomobila – in prenaša filozofijo BMW M v peto generacijo M3. Izdelanih je bilo preko 40.000 vozil četrte generacije BMW M3 Coupé, sedaj pa je tu BMW M4 Coupé, pripravljen da nadaljuje to zgodbo o uspehu. Znak »M4« označuje modelno serijo, ki ponuja osnovo za novi model M – obenem pa se bo prvič predstavila različica karoserije Coupé s štirimi vrati. Slednji model bo poimenovan BMW M3 Limuzina.

»Štiri generacije BMW M3 so združile športne gene in vrhunsko vsakodnevno uporabo v eleganten celostni koncept,« je pojasnil dr. Friedrich Nitschke, predsednik BMW M GmbH. »BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé nadaljujeta z lojalnostjo tej filozofiji. Motor je srce vsakega modela M in nova turbinsko polnjena šestvaljna enota, vgrajena v nova avtomobila, združuje kreposti zmogljivega sesalnega motorja s prednostmi tehnologije turbinskega polnjenja. Osredotočenost koncepta lahke konstrukcije prinaša zmanjšanje mase za približno 80 kilogramov v primerjavi s predhodnikom M3. BMW M3 in BMW M4 prenašata športno tehnologijo iz dirkalne steze na cesto, in več tisoč prevoženih krogov na legendarnem dirkališču Nordschleife v Nürburgringu – najzahtevnejši progi na svetu – je pripravilo nova modela na ta prehod. Natančno in s strastjo prežeto razvojno delo se skriva za nastankom dveh visokozmogljivih športnih avtomobilov, ki postavljata nove standarde v smislu celostnega koncepta, natančnosti in agilnosti.«

Visokozmogljiv šestvaljni vrstni motor z novo razvito tehnologijo M TwinPower Turbo za nova BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé proizvede največjo moč 431 KM. Največji navor 550 Nm je na voljo preko širokega spektra vrtilne frekvence in izboljša vrednost, ki jo je zabeležil predhodni BMW M3, za približno 40 odstotkov. Vseeno pa motor prav tako krasi za okoli 25 odstotkov nižja poraba goriva in vrednosti emisij. Tako BMW M3 Limuzina kot BMW M4 Coupé opravita s pospeškom od 0 do 100 km/h v 4,1 sekunde (s 7-stopenjskim M menjalnikom z dvojno sklopko iz sklopa dodatne opreme).

Da bi se maksimirala dinamičnost in zagotovila izjemna učinkovitost, se je masa znižala za približno 80 kilogramov v primerjavi s primerljivo opremljenim predhodnikom. Masa nenatovorjenega BMW M4 Coupé po DIN znaša 1.497 kilogramov zaradi natančne uporabe ukrepov inteligentnega koncepta lahke konstrukcije. Ti vključujejo povečano uporabo lahkih materialov, kot sta plastična masa, ojačena s karbonskimi vlakni (CFRP) in aluminij, v številnih komponentah šasije in karoserije. Oba modela imata streho izdelano iz karbona.

Eden iz med primarnih ciljev pri razvoju BMW M3 Limuzina in BMW M4 Coupé je bilo zagotoviti, da nova avtomobila ponudita impresivno dirkalno zmogljivost. Za to poskrbi hladilni sistem s specifikacijami dirkalnega avtomobila, ki zagotavlja stalno ohranjanje optimalnega temperaturnega ravnovesja v motorju, turbinskih polnilnikih in menjalniku.

Da bi poudarili dirkalni karakter modelov v smislu tehnične izvedbe in fine uglasitve avtomobila, so inženirji v fazi razvoja tesno sodelovali s poklicnimi dirkači BMW Motorsport. Voznika iz nemškega prvenstva turnih avtomobilov, Bruno Spengler in Timo Glock, sta sodelovala pri obsežnih testiranjih in preverjanju različnih nastavitev na dirkalni stezi Nürburgring-Nordschleife.

The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW

M4 Coupe:

Innovative engine technology and a focus

on lightweight design.

The launch of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe sees

BMW M GmbH revealing an all-new interpretation of the high-performance

sports car – and carrying the BMW M philosophy over into the fifth generation

of the M3. More than 40,000 examples of the fourth-generation BMW M3

Coupe were built, and now the BMW M4 Coupe is poised to continue this

history of success. The “M4” badge is a reference to the model series that

provides the basis for the new M model. And for the first time, the Coupe will

be introduced at the same time as the four-door variant, which logic dictates

will be christened the BMW M3.

“Four generations of the BMW M3 have blended motor sport genes and

uncompromised everyday usability within an emotionally rich overall concept;”

explains Dr Friedrich Nitschke, President BMW M GmbH. “The BMW M3

Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe represent an ongoing commitment to this

philosophy. The engine is the heart of every M model, and the example fitted

in the two new cars combines the virtues of a high-revving naturally aspirated

unit with the strengths of turbocharger technology. An all-embracing

lightweight design concept keeps the cars’ weight to just under 1,500

kilograms. The BMW M3 and BMW M4 take motor sport technology from the

track to the road, and thousands of laps of the legendary Nürburgring

Nordschleife – the world’s most demanding race track – have readied the new

models for that transition. Meticulous and passion-fuelled development work

has underpinned the creation of two high-performance sports cars that set

new standards in terms of overall concept, precision and agility.”

The high-revving six-cylinder in-line engine with BMW M TwinPower Turbo

technology newly developed for the new BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4

Coupe produces maximum output of approximately 430 hp. Its peak torque

soars far beyond 500 Newton metres (369 lb-ft), outstripping the figures

recorded by the outgoing BMW M3 by well over 30 per cent. And yet the

engine also achieves a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions of around

25 per cent. The weight of the cars has been reduced to just under 1,500

kilograms, which helps to ensure outstanding driving dynamics and

exceptional efficiency.