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2023 BMW XM with 650 HP

September 28, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

At the end of last year, BMW presented the XM SUV concept, and even then the Bavarian company said that it would be the first SUV from the M division. That’s exactly what happened, because BMW presented the production edition of this car.

The BMW XM is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine assisted by an electric motor with a total output of 650 hp (478 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to both axles via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The car weighs 2,700 kg but that doesn’t stop it from reaching 62 mph in just 4.3 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Also, BMW announced the arrival of a more powerful version of the XM model that will have around 740 hp (544 kW) and almost 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. This version is announced for next year.

The car is 5110 mm long and has a wheelbase of 3105 mm, just like the BMW X7. It is equipped with lithium-ion batteries with a capacity of 25.7 kWh, which ensures a range of up to 88 kilometers (54 miles) without the assistance of an internal combustion engine and a top speed of up to 140 km/h. It’s mounted on a set of 23-inch wheels wrapped in 275/35 (front) and 315/30 (rear) tires.

Production begins at the end of the year at BMW’s plant in the United States.

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2023 BMW M Hybrid V8 LMDh

September 23, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

After Ferrari and Lamborghini recently unveiled their LMDh prototypes, BMW has finally presented its M Hybrid V8 LMDh prototype, which will compete in the IMSA championship next season, and will return to the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2024.

The BMW LMDh is considered the successor to the winner of the 1999 24 Hours of Le Mans, the prototype V12 LMR. It is based on the Dallara chassis, and under the hood is a 4.0L twin turbo V8 engine with 640 hp (471 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque, assisted by hybrid technology. The car will be tested at Petit LeMans, and its first official race will be at the Daytona 24 Hours in January 2023.

The car is covered with foil in blue and purple colors that imitate the natural colors of electricity. There is also a matte black foil that covers the extension under the windshield on the driver’s side, while the other dark surfaces will be made of carbon fibers. The front of the car is adorned with a grille that uses a new technological solution that generates light using a nano-active optical fiber powered by a laser. Between the kidneys there is an inverted ‘Y’ configuration, while on both sides there are twin headlights.

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2023 BMW M3 Touring has finally arrived

June 22, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

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.