Francis Mitterrand, Author at Brochureshub

After a long wait and many tests, BMW has finally introduced the M3 Touring as a response to similar models offered by Audi and Mercedes. The car was recently set the fastest lap time at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, in the station wagon category, proving to be a serious competitor.

BMW finally took off the camouflage and revealed the look of the production model. The new M3 in a more practical body edition will look for its future owners among the clientele that has so far considered station wagon versions of the Audi RS4 and Mercedes C63. Also, the car will not be offered to customers in the North American market.

Inside, the car is equipped with a large display with a 12.3-inch instrument panel and a 14.9-inch multimedia system. Also, the volume of the trunk is from 500 to 1,500 liters, which is more than enough for families.

When it comes to powertrain, the BMW M3 Touring is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine with 510 hp (375 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque, in its most powerful version. It will only be offered in the Competition version with xDrive and 8-speed automatic transmission. It will reach 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 174 mph (280 km / h), with the M Driver option. Optionally, the driver can also choose the option of rear-wheel drive.

The first BMW M3 Touring is expected to reach customers in Europe at the end of the year, with a base price of € 97,800.

Source: BMW

This year, BMW’s M department celebrates half a century of successful operation. Many different M models have found their way to the hearts of their owners, and now this part of the Bavarian company has introduced a new model, the 2023 BMW M4 GT4.

After a successful first generation, the new BMW M4 GT4, designed exclusively for the track, is equipped with a special aerodynamic package. At the front there is a larger front splitter and front wings, while better aerodynamics are contributed by massive sills, rear wing taken from the M4 GT3, traction control system, adjustable H&R springs, transverse stabilizer and lightweight roof. BMW allows each customer to configure the car as required.

Inside, ventilated Recaro seats, heated windshield and air conditioning come as standard. There is also a steering wheel with illuminated controls, manufactured by Fanatec.

When it comes to powertrain, the M4 GT4 is powered by a 3.0L twin-turbo in-line six engine with 550 hp (405 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 7-speed ZF automatic transmission with limited slip differential.