BMW Says the Electric M3 Isn’t About the Horsepower. We Expect Less Than 1,000 HP
Christian Karg says the electric M3 isn't about chasing horsepower numbers. Here's the figure we actually expect.
Christian Karg says the electric M3 isn't about chasing horsepower numbers. Here's the figure we actually expect.
The 590 hp wagon started as an April Fools' prank in 2025 and ended up parked in BMW's VIP tent at Le Mans.
The BMW M3 and M4 are nearly identical on paper, but one is clearly easier to recommend for most buyers.
BMW M head of development Alexander Karajlovic explains the reasoning behind the decision to give the electric M3 artificial gear changes through the paddles behind the steering wheel.
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The G99 M5 Touring sold so well, BMW may be rethinking which wagons come to America next.
The final G80 M3 costs more, changes little, and may be the safest bet before BMW’s electric M3 era begins.
The A1 Motor Park in Bulgaria is hosting this year's BMW M Drive Tour featuring a wide array of M models available for track driving.
BMW M boss pledges the new M3 models "will go to the extremes, not the in-between," meaning a pure inline-six version and a fully electric sibling.
The M Concept Neue Klasse previews next year's electric M3, and yes, BMW will let you change (simulated) gears.
The latest render shows what an electric BMW M3 Touring could look like if Neue Klasse design goes long-roof.
At Le Mans, BMW M CEO Frank Van Meel said the M3 badge belongs to the car, not the drivetrain.