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2021 BMW X3 M Competition (F97) Two years after the launch of the first BMW M GmbH High Performance models for the BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle and the BMW X4 Sports Activity Coupé, the BMW M variants of the SAV and SAC for the mid-size segment are now undergoing a comprehensive refresh. In addition to new design features drawn from the BMW X3 and BMW X4, which have likewise been revised, along with M specific changes and a new operating concept, the new BMW X3 M Competitio and the new BMW X4 M Competition also offer increased pulling power. The maximum torque of the 375 kW/510 hp in-line 6-cylinder engine, which has been increased by 50 Nm to 650 Nm, enables a 0.3-second improvement in the standard sprint from 0 to 100 km/h for example, which the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition now complete in 3.8 seconds. The market launch of the new models is due to start in August 2021. Increased torque for the high-performance engine BMW M GmbH previously developed the in-line 6-cylinder engine of the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition from scratch for the SAV and the SAC in 2019. The most powerful in-line 6-cylinder petrol engine built by BMW with an output of 375 kW/510 hp - now also used in other BMW M models - currently delivers a maximum torque level of 650 Nm in the very latest, further optimised version for the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition, an increase from the previous 600 Nm, and this torque is available between 2,750 and 5,500 rpm. Peak output is reached at 6,250 rpm and is maintained up to the maximum engine speed of 7,200 rpm. The power unit features not only the high-revving characteristics typical of M and M TwinPower Turbo technology but also racetrack-proven cooling and oil supply concepts. The 3.0-litre engine offers unmistakable performance characteristics with typical M linear power delivery and a high level of revving power that runs right through to maximum engine speed. This power goes hand in hand with a striking sound. Sophisticated M TwinPower Turbo technology and the use of two petrol engine particulate filters and four catalytic converters help the high-performance engines achieve outstanding efficiency and an exemplary emissions response. Even sportier driving performance Further fine-tuning of the in-line 6-cylinder engine enables the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition to deliver even sportier performance figures. From standstill, the two models now reach the 100 km/h mark in just 3.8 seconds: this undercuts the level of the predecessor models by 0.3 seconds, putting them on a par with high-performance sports cars. The maximum speed for all three models is electronically cut off at 250 km/h. This limit is raised to 285 km/h in conjunction with the optional M Driver's Package. High-revving, powerful and efficient The in-line 6-cylinder engine in the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition now features the forged lightweight crankshaft of the BMW M3 and M4 models. Its extremely torsion-resistant design enables transmission of the particularly high torque, while its low weight and reduced rotating masses also benefit the engine's revving power. The crankcase is extremely rigid due to a so-called closed-deck design, enabling high combustion pressure and optimised power output. The iron coating of the cylinder barrels applied by means of wire arc spraying reduces weight and friction loss, while the cylinder head also has a core that is manufactured by means of 3D-printing-. This additive manufacturing process allows geometric shapes to be created that cannot be realised using conventional metal casting methods. As a result of 3D printing technology, the cylinder head core has a reduced weight and a coolant duct layout which is optimised in terms of temperature management. M TwinPower Turbo Technology comprises two mono-scroll turbochargers that supply compressed air to cylinders one to three and four to six respectively. Here, the power output is further improved by means of compressors and indirect charge air cooling supplied by a low-temperature circuit. Flow-optimised intake air routing ensures low pressure loss, while an electrically controlled and therefore quickly closable wastegate enhances responsiveness. The wide-opening wastegate also supports the effect of the catalytic converters positioned close to the engine. With a maximum injection pressure of 350 bar, the High Precision Injection system for petrol direct injection enables particularly efficient fuel mixture preparation. Fine atomisation of the fuel in the combustion chambers ensures an optimised emission response, especially under full load when accelerating and at high speeds. The technology package is rounded off with the variable valve control system VALVETRONIC and the continuously variable camshaft adjustment system double VANOS. Cooling concept and oil supply based on racing expertise The in-line 6-cylinder engine's racetrack-proven cooling system is designed to enable an exceptionally high level of output and includes two laterally positioned radiators in addition to the central one. There is also an additional engine oil cooler and a separate transmission oil cooler. This elaborate system ensures that optimum operating temperatures are maintained for all drive components at all times - whether on short day-to-day trips and in city traffic or when used on the racetrack. BMW M GmbH motor racing expertise is also evident in the design of the oil supply system, which is geared towards dynamic racetrack operation. The engine's weight-optimised oil pan has two separate chambers and an integrated suction channel. An additional suction stage enables the map-controlled oil pump to deliver lubricant from the smaller oil sump, which serves as a volume buffer. In this way, a reliable oil supply is guaranteed at all times, even during extreme longitudinal and lateral acceleration. M sports exhaust system with continuously variable exhaust flaps The standard M sports exhaust system in the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition enriches the engine sound characteristic of BMW M automobiles with the addition of a distinctly sonorous quality, especially when under intense load and at high engine speeds, thereby giving the sound even more of a motor racing touch for a particularly emotional driving experience - while fully retaining day-to-day practicality. The infinitely variable flaps of the M sports exhaust system allow for a highly varied sound production. The specific sound type is linked to the engine characteristics: here it is possible to select the SPORT and SPORT+ modes in addition to the standard setting. The M Sound Control button on the centre console can also be used to activate an emphatically discreet engine sound. 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and three shift modes Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. In addition to fully automatic gear changes, it also enables manual shifting with sequential selection of the drive position. In addition to the new M gear selector in the centre console, shift paddles on the steering wheel are also available for this purpose. In manual mode, multiple downshifts can be made to the lowest possible gear so as to be able to harness the engine drag torque for braking purposes. When accelerating, no forced upshift is triggered even when the engine is revved up. The M Steptronic transmission is designed for spontaneous response and exceptionally fast gear changes. The torque converter lock-up clutch is already 100 per cent closed immediately after start-up. Using the Drivelogic rocker switch integrated in the gear selector, the driver can influence the transmission's gearshift characteristics in both automatic and manual mode. Efficient driving with comfortable gearshifts is promoted in Drivelogic Mode 1, while switching to Mode 2 boosts sportiness by means of shortened shift times. In the Mode 3 the shift dynamic is further increased. In addition, the shift programme keeps the engine in the upper rev range so as to support extremely dynamic driving with maximum drive power on the race track. M xDrive all-wheel drive system with rear-wheel orientation The M xDrive all-wheel drive system also contributes to the high agility of the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition, combining the traction benefits of power transmission to all four wheels with the proven dynamic qualities of classic rear-wheel drive. The electronically controlled M xDrive - which is networked with the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system - only directs part of the drive torque to the front axle when the rear wheels reach the limits of their power transmission capabilities. At the touch of a button, the driver can influence not only how the driving stability control works but also the distribution of drive torque between the front and rear wheels. M Dynamic mode can be activated as an alternative to the basic DSC setting, enabling the M xDrive setting 4WD Sport. This results in a power distribution that is even more rear-wheel-oriented, enabling controlled drifts and lively handling. Optimised for particularly dynamic driving situations, this mode with deactivated DSC system can be combined with the 4WD standard all-wheel drive setting or 4WD Sport mode. This selection is made in the iDrive menu. The centrally controlled interaction of the M xDrive all-wheel drive system with the Active M Differential ensures loss-free transmission of engine power. Drive torque is distributed continuously and fully variably between the front and rear wheels by the electronically controlled multi-plate clutch of the transfer box, and by the Active M Differential between the two rear wheels as required. This ensures extra traction, agility and driving stability, especially in sporty use or on roads where there is varying grip. Stabilising interventions of the driving stability control DSC are only necessary in extreme situations. Suspension The BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition provide a level of driving dynamics potential that is exceptional in their vehicle segment. Outstanding values in the areas of longitudinal and lateral acceleration, handling and deceleration go hand in hand with a high level of driving stability, neutral self-steering response and comfort characteristics that enhance suitability for day-to-day use and lengthy trips. The basis for this combination of agility, dynamics and precision that is so typical of BMW M automobiles is suspension technology that perfectly matches the high engine output and the M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Optimisation involved extensive test drives, including at the BMW Group's test site in Miramas in southern France as well as on the Nordschleife at Nürburgring. Adaptive suspension with M specific set-up The SAV BMW X3 M Competition and the SAC BMW X4 M Competition feature the adaptive M suspension in a specific set-up as standard. Its electronically controlled dampers ensure both a high level of day-to-day comfort and extremely direct road contact, with limited wheel and body movement. The damping forces are ideally suited to cope with every situation on the road and set individually for each wheel at continuously varying levels by means of interior electromagnetically controlled valves. The basic characteristic of the dampers can be influenced at the touch of a button. There are three modes to choose from, each with its own map. COMFORT mode harmoniously compensates for road irregularities while ensuring a high level of driving stability. SPORT mode activates a noticeably firmer damper set-up, and SPORT+ mode further strengthens the connection to achieve maximum levels of longitudinal and lateral acceleration in highly dynamic driving situations on even road surfaces such as race tracks. Distinctly stiffened body and hallmark M driving characteristics Driving precision and response are based on extensive measures to reinforce the body and suspension attachment. The BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition feature an M specific strut package for the front end with a precision strut in the engine compartment as the central element. This connects the suspension strut domes to each other and is also optionally available as a particularly light and even stronger M Carbon precision strut. In the area of the end wall, an A-strut is integrated in the front end of the vehicle, while two further struts increase stiffness between the suspension strut domes and the front end of the vehicle. In addition, a generously dimensioned rear strut and rear axle shear struts ensure the high torsional rigidity of the body. Numerous M specific details and the precise set-up of the suspension design help enhance the performance-oriented character of the SAV and SAC. The two-link spring strut front axle, like the five-link rear axle, has independent kinematic and elastokinematic characteristics that are beneficial to precise wheel control and track stability. Typical M driving characteristics including precisely controllable handling during dynamic cornering over the entire lateral acceleration range is ensured by the broad spread between dynamics and ride comfort along with a linear build-up of lateral forces. In order to implement M specific kinematics , the front axle is fitted with independent pivot bearings, tension struts and wishbones. Specific elastomeric mounts transfer the forces acting via the control arms into the axle support and the body. Driving stability and directional control on bends is optimised by means of increased camber levels for the front wheels. Specific components and independent elastokinematics are also used on the rear axle. A particularly stiff camber link, in conjunction with M specific rubber bearings in all links as well as in the rear axle support, increases precision and agility, while specific stabilisers respond more directly due to their higher stiffness, significantly reducing body roll and increasing driving precision. M Servotronic steering with variable ratio The electromechanical M Servotronic steering with its specific drive arranged parallel to the axles also contributes to the typical M driving experience offered by the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition. It combines speed-dependent steering power assistance with a variable steering ratio. In every driving situation, M Servotronic provides the appropriate steering torque and enables both precise steering and sensitive transmission of steering wheel movements- whether for dynamic cornering, comfortable manoeuvring or parking at low speeds. The variable gear ratio is dependent on steering angle and supports supreme straight-line stability as well as spontaneous turn-in and high accuracy on bends. This makes the vehicle particularly easy to handle on winding roads. In addition, the driver has three steering curves at their disposal. COMFORT mode supports smooth direction changes. At the same time, the driver receives clear feedback. The latter is noticeably increased in SPORT mode, as are the steering forces. SPORT+ mode is designed for a particularly sporty steering feel, requiring even higher steering force and offering the highest possible level of road feedback. DSC driving stability control with M Dynamic Mode The driving stability control system DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) responds within a fraction of a second to changing conditions and road surfaces. In addition to making wheel-specific braking interventions and influencing the drive torque to stabilise the vehicle, it includes the antilock braking system (ABS), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) as well as the brake assistant, dry brake function and start-up assistant. In M Dynamic Mode, the system allows additional wheel slip to generate the self-steering response that is typical of M, enabling controlled drift manoeuvres when used on the race track, for example. In addition, it is possible to activate DSC Off mode: here the M xDrive all-wheel drive system remains active for optimum distribution of drive torque between the front and rear axles. M compound brake system and 21-inch wheels as standard The performance characteristics of the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition are complemented by the high efficiency of the standard M compound brake system. With four-piston fixed caliper brakes at the front and single-piston floating caliper brakes at the rear, it guarantees excellent deceleration. The brake calipers bear the M logo and are finished in blue as standard or in high-gloss black or red on request. The perforated and internally vented discs have a diameter of 395 millimetres on the front wheels and 370 millimetres on the rear wheels. In the compound design adapted from motor racing, the grey cast iron brake discs are connected to aluminium covers. This design helps the brake system achieve precise dosing, low weight and increased thermal stability. The perfectly coordinated overall package for maximum performance also includes the 21-inch M light alloy wheels with mixed tyres in the sizes 255/40 ZR21 at the front and 265/40 ZR21 at the rear: in conjunction with the rear-wheel-oriented set-up of the M xDrive, this enables particularly intense transmission of lateral guidance forces during dynamic cornering. The new M forged wheel 892M Star Spoke in Jet Black burnished saves 2 kilograms of weight per wheel. As an alternative, the well-known M light alloy wheel 765M V-Spoke is likewise available in Jet Black burnished. Design The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition enter the second phase of their model cycle with an even more powerful look. Borrowing from the likewise updated BMW X3 and BMW X4, the two high-performance models now have an enlarged BMW kidney grille with what is now a single-piece frame as well as flatter front headlights. To this end, BMW M GmbH has given the M specific front apron of the two M models an even more expressive and striking design. The rear sections of the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition have also been redesigned. Along with a distinctive look, numerous model-specific design features geared to the functional requirements of a high-performance automobile underscore the performance-oriented character of the SAV and the SAC. Large openings in the front section ensure optimum feed of cooling air to the engine, transmission and brake system, while characteristic M design elements at the front, side and rear ensure optimised aerodynamics. In the particularly sporty yet luxurious interior with hallmark M design elements, one eye-catching feature is the new centre console. New BMW kidney grille and flatter headlights A striking eye-catcher at the front is the redesigned BMW kidney grille and also the headlights, which are around ten millimetres flatter. The BMW kidney grille is larger than before and now comprises a single-piece frame. A black bar bearing the iCam provides visual separation of the grille. The frame is finished in high-gloss black, as are the typical M double kidney bars. The radiator grille also features a vehicle-specific logo: X3 M or X4 M. The flatter front headlamps are adaptive LED headlamps with matrix function as standard, comprising newly designed, half-opened luminous tubes that echo the classic four-eye face as LED daytime running lights. In addition to the BMW Individual Shadow Line headlights with darkened inlays on the upper edges, the BMW Laser Light is now also available as an optional extra. Its dynamic laser light module amplifies the anti-dazzle high beam at speeds of over 60 km/h and follows the course of the road. The range of the high beam is increased to up to 650 metres. The light intensity of the very bright and powerful BMW laser light is also particularly high. As part of the dynamic light distribution and anti-dazzle BMW Selective Beam high beam, it also supports the low beam when driving on country roads and motorways. Newly designed front apron with striking air intakes The new, enlarged BMW M kidney grille now also extends downwards into the redesigned front apron. The central air intake below is flatter and wider. One particularly striking feature is the new, vertically arranged and elongated side air intakes: these are angled down towards the spoiler lip in a bend towards the centre of the vehicle, where they follow the hexagonal shape of the central air intake. They are framed by trim elements in high-gloss black. M specific details for improved aerodynamics The air breathers on the front side panels and the aerodynamically optimised M exterior mirrors benefit the reduction of air resistance. The exterior mirror caps and the characteristic M gills integrated in the air breathers are finished in high-gloss black. The BMW X3 M Competition features an M specific roof spoiler in body finish whose shape extends the lines of the side view into the powerful rear. A rear spoiler in highgloss black positioned on the luggage compartment lid rounds off the sporty look of the BMW X4 M Competition. In addition, the High-Performance-models are distinguished from the standard versions of the BMW X3 and BMW X4 by the colour scheme of their bodywork. Instead of black body tail-ends, the front and rear aprons, wheel arch surrounds and side sill edges are finished entirely in body colour. Additional individual accentuations can be added with the optional M Carbon exterior mirrors and, on the BMW X4 M Competition, a rear spoiler made of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP). Distinctive rear aprons in a new design The new BMW X3 M Competition features the redesigned full-LED-tail lights of the refreshed BMW X3. A black border gives the rear lights a more precise appearance, while the narrower light graphic now includes a three-dimensionally modelled pincer contour and horizontal turn signals integrated in filigree style. The emphasis on horizontal lines - for example in the concave area at the lower end of the tailgate - contributes to the tidy impression of the rear end, and the reflectors now sit vertically in the bumper. The lower section of the rear apron is M specific and finished in high-gloss black. The large diffuser is flanked on the right and left by the tailpipe pairs of the M sports exhaust system, which are finished in black chrome. The flat full LED rear lights on the BMW X4 M Competition emphasise the vehicle's width, protruding strikingly from the vehicle body in their three-dimensional design. The new rear apron of the BMW X4 M Competition features a wide, offset insert in the shape of an anvil. Like the lateral air-curtain-panels, which also accommodate the now vertical reflectors, this is finished in high-gloss black, ensuring a particularly powerful overall impression. The two pairs of tailpipes in black chrome also frame the diffuser on the BMW X4 M Competition. Five new paint finishes available A total of eight paint finishes are available for the new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition as standard. In addition to M Carbon Black metallic and M Brooklyn Grey metallic, the two new paint finishes reserved exclusively for the M Competition models of the X3 and X4 series in Germany are M Marina Bay Blue metallic and M Sao Paulo Yellow. In addition, a wide range of BMW Individual paint finishes are available for the first time such as the matt finish Frozen Marina Bay Blue. M typical interior with new accents The BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition feature M sports seats with electrically adjustable headrests and illuminated M logo as standard. The enhanced Merino leather upholstery is available in black as well as in the Bicolor variants Sakhir Orange/Black, Adelaide Grey/Sakhir Orange and Midrand Beige/Black; the latter also features applications in Alcantara that cover the knee pads on the flanks of the centre console. The BMW Individual Merino leather upholstery in Tartufo is also available as an option for the M sports seats. The seat belts are visually enhanced with the BMW M stripes. The air vents have new galvanised trim, while the interior trim finishers now appear in Aluminium Rhombicle dark as standard. In addition to the M interior trim finishers in Carbon Fibre and the BMW Individual interior trim finishers in high-gloss Piano Black, trims in the new open-pore Ash variant are now also available as an option. The M leather steering wheel with multifunction features contrast stitching in the BMW M colours and an open 6 o'clock spoke. The backrest of the rear seat has a 40:20:40 split as standard and as an optional extra allows individual, multi-stage adjustment in its inclination via the cargo function. The standard load volume of 550 litres can be increased to up to 1,600 litres in the BMW X3 M Competition and from 525 litres to a maximum of 1,430 litres in the BMW X4 M Competition. Equipment and BMW Connected The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition perfectly combine sporting performance with luxurious comfort. The two high-performance models offer comprehensive connectivity and digital networking, intuitive operation and new accentuations derived from the BMW M8 models as well as extensive assistance systems and a wide range of comfort options. BMW Live Cockpit Professional with intelligent networking The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition come equipped with BMW Live Cockpit Professional including Connected Drive as standard. Intelligent networking including innovative digital services based on BMW Operating System 7 enable particularly intense interaction between driver and vehicle. The driver can configure up to ten pages of live content on the Control Display in the main menu, each with two to four pads (tiles); what is more, greater personalisation of content and displays is now possible, too. Intuitive multi-modal operation has been further optimised: depending on the situation, the driver has a choice between touch operation on the Control Display, the tried-andtested BMW Controller, the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel and voice control. A Harman Kardon surround sound system now comes as standard for a superb audio experience. Digital services include the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, Connected Music and Remote Software Upgrade. Two 12.3-inch displays and the BMW Head-Up Display as an option BMW Live Cockpit Professional offers a fully digital display network: the high-resolution instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and the Control Display each have a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches. In the fully digital instrument display it is possible to show a navigation map section, status displays for the driver assistance systems or the 3D environment visualisation as required, plus the M View is also available with specific display options, adopted from the BMW M8 models. M specific display content is also available with the optional BMW Head-Up Display. This projects driving-related information onto the windscreen - in other words directly into the driver's field of vision. Without having to take their eyes off the road, the driver can see information provided by digital speed indicator and the gear indicator, messages from the traffic sign recognition system, navigation instructions and a multi-coloured speed band including shift lights. New generation of navigation with BMW Maps BMW Live Cockpit Professional also includes a multimedia and a navigation system, two USB ports for data transfer and a wireless LAN interface, as well as a permanently installed SIM card that offers 4G LTE connectivity. It enables the use of numerous other digital services, too, including BMW TeleServices and Intelligent Emergency Call, Real Time Traffic Information including hazard warning, Remote Services and Concierge Services. Telephony with wireless charging for inductive charging of suitable smartphones is also on board as standard. The cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps offers particularly fast and precise calculation of routes and arrival times, real-time traffic data updates at short intervals and free text input for selecting navigation destinations. In addition, BMW Maps with Connected Parking provides drivers with even more detailed support in the search for a vacant parking space near their destination. On-Street Parking Information and ParkNow services are intelligently integrated in the range of BMW Maps functions. Smartphone integration and BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Another standard feature is optimised smartphone integration. Android Auto can now also be used with the vehicle's operating system in addition to Apple CarPlay. Here, the driver can view all the important information from the apps on the Control Display and also - in intelligently processed form - in the instrument cluster and the optional Head-Up Display. The capabilities of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant are being expanded on an ongoing basis. With the digital companion activated by voice control or at the touch of a button, naturally spoken instructions can now be used to regulate the air conditioning, open and close the windows or change the driving experience switch modes, for instance. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant can also be used access the new News app - which enables passengers to have the latest news read out loud to them - and it can also learn routines that enhance both comfort and driving pleasure in certain situations. For example, the side window on the driver's can be automatically opened on arrival at a selected location defined via GPS-coordinates - such as a garage or car park entrance. The system also recognises whether it is being addressed by the driver or the front passenger and reacts accordingly - for example by adjusting the air conditioning on one side only. Remote Software Upgrade and BMW Drive Recorder BMW Operating System 7 now also includes Remote Software Upgrade. This means that the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition always remain up to date with the latest software. The upgrades can include content ranging from new services to improved vehicle functions and can be downloaded "over-the-air", either via the My BMW app on a smartphone or directly into the vehicle via the SIM card installed in it. It is also possible to integrate additional vehicle functions in the vehicle at a later date, such as the BMW Drive Recorder. The latter uses the cameras of the driver assistance systems to record video images around the vehicle; it can then be used to store these images so they can be played back on the Control Display while the vehicle is stationary or exported via the USB interface. On activation of the BMW Drive Recorder, videos lasting 40 seconds are recorded and saved. In the event of a collision, up to 20 seconds of footage from before and after the impact is automatically saved. New control island from the current BMW M3 and M4 models In addition to the control unit for the standard 3-zone automatic air conditioning, the control island on the centre console has also been redesigned. Originating from the current BMW M3 and M4 models, this includes two new buttons in addition to the specific M gear selector with Drivelogic rocker switch, the BMW Controller and the red engine start button, which is now positioned here. The set-up button provides direct access to all settings options for the engine and suspension: it is used to access a menu in the Control Display that lists the current vehicle settings. Two individually configured variants of the M set-up can be permanently stored and retrieved at any time using the two M buttons on the steering wheel. The M Mode button can be used to influence the activities of the driver assistance systems as well as the displays in the instrument cluster and in the Head-Up Display at the touch of a button, thereby enabling a driving experience to be created that is appropriate to the situation and typical of M in each case. The driver simply switches through the settings ROAD with fully activated driver assistance systems, SPORT, where the active driver assistance systems only transmit warnings about speed limits and no-passing zones, for example, and all interventions in the deceleration and steering systems are disabled with the exception of the collision warning with braking function and the avoidance manoeuvre assistant, and TRACK. This mode is designed exclusively for use on race tracks and deactivates all the comfort and safety functions of the driver assistance systems. Driving Assistant Professional available for the first time The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition come with all the modern driver assistance systems of the BMW X3 and BMW X4. In addition to Driving Assistant, which includes the lane change and lane departure warning function, rear cross-traffic alert and the traffic sign recognition function Speed Limit Info including No Passing Indicator, Driving Assistant Professional is available as an option for the first time. This includes Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go-function usable up to 210 km/h with improved functionality in city traffic, right-ofway warning, intersection warning with additional city brake function and the avoidance manoeuvre assistant, which now also reacts to pedestrians and cyclists. Other features include the emergency stop assistant, emergency lane assistant, steering/lane guidance assistant with extended functions, lane change assistant, lane keeping assistant with active side collision protection, automatic Speed Limit Assist, front cross-traffic alert and wrong way alert. The 3D environment visualisation in the instrument cluster provides an overview of which Driving Assistant Professional assistance systems are activated and what functions they offer. The optional Parking Assistant now includes the reverse assistant, which takes over steering when manoeuvring backwards along a 50-metre line that was last travelled forwards. Parking Assistant Plus uses Park View, Panorama View and 3D Top View to create a 360-degree-image of the vehicle and its surroundings. In addition, the driver can have a three-dimensional live image of their vehicle and its surroundings transmitted to their smartphone by means of Remote 3D View. Numerous comfort options available The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition offer numerous comfort options as standard or as optional extras. The M sports seats with their pronounced bucket seat character are heatable, electrically adjustable in many cases and can be fitted with active seat ventilation. A heated steering wheel and heated rear seats are available to go with the standard 3-zone automatic air conditioning. The range of ambient lighting functions has been expanded, while the Ambient Air package scents the interior and cleans the air by means of simultaneous ionisation. The tailgate can be opened and closed without touching using the comfort access function, and the BMW Display Key uses its 2.2-inch touch display to provide information on fuel level, range and service and maintenance due, as well as indicating whether windows and the optional sunroof are closed.

My prev 2+tonne gs450h already is a testament to how fast a high torque and heavy vehicle wears the tires... Dun quote me.. But EV tires wear down fast, and that’s a pollution problem Swapping fossil-powered cars for EVs is a win for cutting CO2 emissions, but it may exacerbate particulate pollution from wear and tear on tires. https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/electric-vehicles/ev-tires-wear-down-fast-and-thats-a-pollution-problem I think need to make my stand clear here. Car ownership in Singapore is not just about road tax or petrol duties. I highlighted the road tax discrepancies of similarly powered Seal Dual Motor and BMW M3 to highlight the road tax differences for 2 sports-oriented cars with close enough performance/fun factor. Again what is the purpose of road tax? I belong to the small group of Singkies that prefer not to pay any more tax to ah gong unless absolutely necessary. I am just not convinced of EV at least for my use case at this juncture. As long as people have the money, they are free to spend them on any cars they want. Just don't make it seem all rosy and spouting unsubstantiated save the earth crap as justification.

Nice video... Let me bring you guys back down to Sg reality.... 😅 Seal Dual Motor: Road Tax = $5,588 /year BMW M3 Competition XDrive: Road Tax = $2,376 /year

The heart of this new beast is NOT a V8, or even V6, but a 2.0L IL4 unit! These spec should WOW you more than it's outlook. Max Horsepower: 671 hp / 680 ps Max Torque: 1,020 Nm 0 - 100 Km/h: 3.4 sec Top Speed: 280 Km/h (electronically controlled) The engine is AMG’s M139L 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder as seen on the SL43 roadster and the C63’s little brother, the C43. Like those cars it features an electrically-driven turbocharger, but for the C63 the blower is much bigger. So while the SL43’s gas motor peaks at 376 hp (381 PS), and the C43 tops out at 402 hp (408 PS), the C63 kicks both into the weeds with a 470 hp (476 PS) output. That doesn’t only match the old base model C63’s V8 for muscle despite being half the size, it makes this new version of the M139 the most powerful four-cylinder production engine in the world, and with 545 Nm, it must be the torquiest too. And that’s before we’ve factored in the electric boost that’s also new for 2024. That boost happens at the rear wheels courtesy of a 150 kW (201 hp /204 PS) electric motor packed into the rear axle together with an electronically-controlled limited slip differential and a two-speed drive unit. It can power the car as an EV at up to 125 km/h and for up to 13 km, if driven gently, which makes it sound like a PHEV from a decade ago, but that’s because AMG has prioritised power over efficiency for this hybrid system. Drawing from a 6.1 kWh battery the motor delivers its 150 KW maximum for up to 10 seconds at a time, but is always on hand with at least 70 kW (94 hp / 95 PS), and engages its second gear from 140 km/h once it kissed its 13,500 rpm rev limiter. The result is a fairly spectacular combined gas-electric output of 671 hp (680 PS) and 1,020 Nm, making the C63 not only far more powerful than the old V8-engined C63 S and its 503 hp, or the 503-hp BMW M3 Competition but punchier than super sedans from the class above like the 617-hp BMW M5 Competition. 0 to 100 km/h takes 3.4 seconds (down from 4.0 seconds for the old C63 S) and the 250 km/h top speed can be raised to 280 km/h with a suitable bung to your Mercedes dealer at order time. The electric motor acts only on the rear axle, and you can configure the gas motor to do the same. But for the first time the model operates by default in all-wheel drive. Power flows to the 4Matic+ four-paw transmission via a conventional nine-speed epicyclic auto, but one fitted with a wet clutch pack instead of a torque converter. Rear-axle steering also makes its debut on the new C63, and carbon brakes join a list of standard equipment that includes adaptive dampers for the steel-spring suspension and an AMG Dynamics drive mode selector with a new “Master” mode that allows the kind of oversteer antics C63s have become famous for. Drivers also get AMG-specific graphics in the digital instrument cluster and head-up display, plus a button on the steering wheel giving four levels of energy recovery ranging from almost nonexistent to strong enough to allow one-pedal driving.

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2021 BMW M3 And M4 Revealed: Aggressive Looks, 503 HP, And A Manual source: https://www.motor1.com/news/445255/2021-bmw-m3-m4/ BMW’s iconic performance cars head in a bold new direction for 2021. The BMW M3 and M4 are icons, and inarguably two of the most important performance cars in the German automaker's portfolio. But the latest iterations are not the performance vehicles you once knew – for better or worse. Both designers and engineers took a bold new approach in creating the 2021 BMW M3 and M4, now in the sixth generation. The biggest talking point for the new M3 and M4, obviously, are those massive dual kidney grilles propped up front and center. But behind that controversial snout hides a new twin-turbocharged straight-six capable of producing up to 503 horsepower (375 kilowatts) in the Competition model and allowing for a 0-to-60-mile-per-hour sprint of under four seconds. Coupled with an updated cabin design – complete with brand-new sport bucket seats – and loads of fresh technology, and the new M3 and M4 promise to be more than just polarizing silhouettes. BMW designers weren't kidding when they said the M3 sedan and M4 coupe would have a bold personality. The pair of performance cars, as mentioned, get massive dual kidney grilles that extend vertically from the base of the hoodline to the bottom of the bumper, similar to what we've already seen on the entry-level 4 Series. The big kidneys join aggressive full-LED headlights (with BMW Laserlight available as an option), and a large vent at the base of the bumper that extends nearly the width of the front fascia. Both the M3 and M4 come standard with a carbon fiber roof – or an optional, no-cost moonroof – M-specific front and side splitters, and staggered wheels (18s in front and 19s out back). The higher performance Competition model gets 19-inch wheels at the front and 20-inchers at the rear. There's also an optional M Carbon package available on both models, which adds more lightweight stuff to the exterior, and a Shadowline option that drapes the exterior mirrors, rear spoiler, and tailpipes a darkened finish. New color options include Isle of Man Green metallic paint on the M3 pictured here, as well as Sao Paolo Yellow on the M4. But buyers can also choose from other hues like Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Brooklyn Grey, Oxide Grey, Portimao Blue, Toronto Red, Tanzanite Blue II, Individual Dravit Grey, Individual Frozen Brilliant White, and Individual Frozen Portimao Blue. In terms of size, the new M3 and M4 are both a bit bigger than their predecessors and both have an identical 112.5-inch wheelbase. The M3 is 4.6 inches longer, 0.4-inch wider, and 0.1-inch higher than its predecessor, while the M4 is 4.6 inches longer, 0.7-inch wider, and 0.4-inch higher than the previous model. Performance: Rear-Wheel Drive, Manual The new BMW M3 and M4 use the same twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine. That unit is good for 473 horsepower (353 kilowatts) and 406 pound-feet (550 newton-meters) in the standard M models, allowing a 0-to-60-mile-per-hour sprint of 4.1 seconds. The more powerful Competition models, though, get 503 hp and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm), running to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. Those horsepower and torque figures mark an improvement of 59 hp and 73 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous models. Both versions have electronically limited top speeds of 155 mph (250 kmh) or 180 mph (290 kmh) with the optional M Driver's package selected. Both the M3 and M4 come standard with a six-speed manual transmission, while the Competition offers an eight-speed automatic only, with power sent exclusively to the rear wheels… for now. BMW says an xDrive version of the Competition models will be available in the US later next year. The rear-biased all-wheel-drive system is similar to the M5’s system, with an active M Differential at the rear axle and the ability to choose between 4WD and 4WD Sport modes, with the latter option sending more power to the rear. And if you really want to get loose, turning off the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) transfers power to the rear wheels exclusively. In the center console, just to the left of the iDrive controller, is a new model-specific M Mode button. Unlike traditional tactile drive mode buttons found on other cars, the single M Mode option gives you access to a dedicated M Mode settings screen where you can adjust things like the engine, suspension, and steering. Drive mode options for the engine include Efficient, Sport, and Sport Plus, while drive mode options for the chassis are Comfort, Sport, or Sport Plus, and the M-specific power steering are selectable in both Comfort and Sport. The exhaust system, meanwhile, gets a special M Sound button that improves the note synthetically. Other than the obvious engine and drivetrain upgrades that the M3 and M4 get over their base counterparts, the two also get model-specific exhaust, braking, and suspension treatments. Upgrades to the underbody include new front and rear axle subframes and additional underfloor bracing, as well as adaptive M dampers. The front brakes are six-piston fixed-caliper brakes with 14.9-inch discs, while the rear set are single-piston floating-calipers with 14.6-inch discs. Interior: Big Bolstered Buckets A number of features from the standard BMW 3 Series and 4 Series – and really, the rest of the lineup – carry over to the inside of the M3 and M4. Most notably, both vehicles get the same central touchscreen and digital instrument cluster found elsewhere in the range. Only now there are subtle touches to indicate the pair's more sporty nature, like a new red stop-start button in the center console, optional carbon fiber trim pieces, appropriate M badging throughout the cabin, and red M Mode buttons on the steering wheel that allow the drivers to cycle between Road, Sport, and Track settings. New sport seats also set the M3 and M4 apart from their base siblings. The radically styled, Merino leather buckets are brand new and have massive side bolsters, integrated head restraints with an illuminated model badge, and M-specific perforation for better ventilation (a first on the M3 and M4). Those buyers wanting something even more supportive, though, can select the optional M Carbon seats. Those seats shed 21 pounds over the standard buckets thanks to a lightweight carbon fiber construction, and they feature a new integrated headrest, even more aggressive side bolsters (now wrapped in Alcantara), a seat-bottom bolster, and an illuminated M badge. Plus, you can get the optional M Carbon bucket seats in some wild colors, as pictured in the M4 Competition below. Full Merino leather comes standard on either seat option, available in colors like black, Yas Marina Blue and black, Silverstone and black, and Kyalami Orange and black. There's also an extended Merino leather option that drapes the upscale cowhide on other parts of the interior, available in all of the same colors. Front legroom in the new M3 actually decreases slightly compared to the previous model, dropping from 42.0 inches to 41.6 inches. But headroom grows a bit from 40.3 inches in the previous M3 to 40.6 inches in the new one. In the M4, front legroom also decreases from 42.2 inches in the previous model to 41.7 inches here, but front headroom improves from 39.8 inches to 40.3 inches. Technology & Safety: Subtle Upgrades The BMW M3 and M4 get the same 10.3-inch central touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster found elsewhere in the range. Only now the digital instrument cluster has M-specific graphics, and the central touchscreen displays the aforementioned M Mode option. The latest iDrive 7.0 operating system also carries over with standard features like navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and BMW's personal voice assistant. A head-up display is available, but only as an option. The M3 and M4 also get an optional M Drive Professional feature, which helps drivers analyze driving lines and times on race tracks. Even better, baked into that M Drive Professional feature is an M Drift Analyzer, which records the duration of a drift, distance covered, and the line and angle, displaying a final rating on the Control Display after each drift. Users can also download an iPhone app that corresponds with the M Drive Professional and M Drift Analyzer to give them a bird's-eye view of the track and access to a lap time comparison chart, as well as data like speed, accelerator position, and total G forces. The M3 and M4 get a standard Active Driving Assistant package, which includes lane departure warning, speed limit information, active blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear-automatic emergency braking. But the Competition models get BMW's more advanced Driving Assistance active safety suite as an option. That package includes features like full-speed adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, active lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and high-speed automatic emergency braking.

Drive BMW M3 is really cham. Cornering will injure knee. After the corner, emergency stop at the traffic light will injure neck. Traffic light turn green, turbo kick in surge forward will injure back. Poor Jeremy the banker

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/next-gen-erp-on-board-units-what-car-dealers-and-motorists-say?utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM Mr Jeremy Ng, 46, who works at a private bank, said the three-piece OBU looks cumbersome, and he would likely opt not to have the touchscreen for his BMW M3. He is also concerned that the processing unit – which will be installed on the side of the front passenger footwell – may get in the way of a passenger wanting to brace himself against that area for support, like when the car is taking a corner at higher speeds. 😃😃😃

It should be like this only BMW M3 Competition xdrive touring

Not just any 3er station wagon, but the BMW M3 Competition Xdrive touring laser

OK, I am going to try out a new series of posting, under the [Spyshots] tag. Please note that photos posted in these thread may not resemble the final product, as well as not gotten details confirmed by the manufacturer, so do take it with a pinch of salt.

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Then we got to look at what's to expect this year. https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/upcoming-car-releases-we-are-excited-2021 Note: The car pics in the asiaone link is not up to date. Scroll down to the bottom of the article to click on "This article was first published in Motorist." MCF dont allow to post the link of this website. Hatchbacks 1) Honda Jazz 2) VW Golf and its variants 3) Toyota GR Yaris 4) Nissan Note e-POWER 5) Renault Megane RS Sedans 6) Honda Civic 7) BMW 4 Series Convertible 8 ) BMW M3 9) BMW Alpina B7 10) Lexus ES 11) Lexus LS 12) Mercedes Benz C-Class SUVs 13) Audi e-Tron Sportback 14) Bentley Bentayga Speed 15) BMW iX 16) New Honda HR-V or Vezel 17) Hyundai Palisade 18) Lexus UX EV 19) Mercedes EQC 20) Peugeot 3008 21) Toyota Harrier MPVs 22) Honda Odyssey Coupes 23) Audi R8 24) BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 25) BMW M4 Competition Coupe 26) Jaguar F-type Time to buy more TOTO!

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Source: https://www.drivesection.com/reviews/2022-genesis-g70-sport-review/ Genesis may still be a bit of an unknown to most in the luxury market, but to those in the know, its performance flagship, the G70 3.3T Sport, presents one of the best deals out there right now. Since launching the Genesis brand in late 2015, Hyundai has slowly been growing its relatively fledgling luxury arm from what at first appeared to be a somewhat misguided attempt at copying Lexus’ success in the early 1990s at the wrong time into, what is in my opinion, one of the most exciting marques in the industry right now. With an emphasis on old-school luxury that prioritises fit and finish over unnecessary tech, and with a healthy dose of big-boost performance thrown into the mix, this is a marque making cars that have clear enthusiast appeal. Plus, with the lineup now having grown to include SUVs such as the GV70 and GV80 along with the electric GV60 – as well as keeping cornerstone sedan models like the stunning G80 in the mix as well – the chances are that the marque actually has a shot at success now, allowing them to keep producing some models aimed squarely at enthusiasts. Models just like the company’s performance flagship you see here – the 2022 G70 3.3T Sport. One of the initial three sedan models the marque launched itself with globally – the others being the original G80, formerly the Hyundai Genesis, and the G90 that has never reached Aussie shores – it might be last-gen next to the rest of Genesis’ lineup now, but it has been given a welcome facelift after four years on the market. Based underneath on the Kia Stinger, if with a shortened wheelbase, the pre-facelift model, while certainly handsome, did look a bit too much like a tarted up Hyundai due to a lack of any real definitive styling cues. Now, though, thanks to Genesis’ new crest-shaped grille design and two-tiered lighting signature, it actually manages to defy its age and look just as new and fresh as the rest of what the marque is now producing. Do keep in mind, though, that not all G70s are created equal. While the range starts at $63,000 before on-roads for the base 2.0T which certainly still looks pretty smart, it’s only Sport models – $4000 extra for the 2.0T, but fortunately standard for the $76,000 3.3T tested here – that get the 19-inch dark grey alloy wheels, red Brembo brake calipers (four-piston front and two-piston rear), black grille and dark chrome highlights, rear diffuser, and dual exhaust outlets that really give this thing some real aggressive and athletic flair. However, sitting inside the G70 is where it’s true age becomes apparent. Where the newer Genesis products feature touchscreen climate controls and glass rotary-dial shifters, the G70 features the same plastic knobs and buttons that do put you in mind of late-2010s Hyundai. Sure, there’s nothing that feels offensive in here, but it does show its age against rivals like the BMW 3 Series that have more crisp and modern cabins. At least material quality beyond those plastics is right up there with the best of them, and this is something that’s fast becoming a Genesis hallmark. Sport models like this already score a suede headliner, ring polished aluminium trim inlays, and front bucket seats with heating and cooling as standard, but if you add on the rather hefty $10,000 Luxury package fitted to my tester, you’ll also nab quilted Nappa leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel and rear seats, and 16-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat as well. Your $10,000 gets you more than just a few comfort items, though, with it also adding a 12.3-inch digital 3D gauge cluster, a head-up display, a power-operated boot lid, and a 15-speaker Lexicon audio system. If you can justify the extra spend, I’d go for it, as it does do as good a job of bringing the G70 up-to-date as you could hope – although the new 10.25-inch Genesis-specific infotainment system that replaces the old 8.0-inch Hyundai unit does a decent enough job of that alone. My other criticism of this cabin – as is the case with many sedans in this class – is that while it’s perfectly spacious and comfortable for those up front, there’s not nearly enough room in the back of the thing. One of the duties this G70 saw during my time with it was playing a backup role in a friend’s wedding (congratulations again, Lisa and Matt!) for carting around the groom and two groomsmen, of which I was one, and it’s safe to say that trying to fit even three six-foot-plus blokes in this was a squeeze, so you’ll want to move up to the G80 if adequate rear legroom is a regular requirement. But then, it’s clear that the G70 is a car really centred around the driver’s needs as even a quick skim through the spec sheet will attest. While the base engine is a fairly class-competitive 2.0-litre turbocharged four cylinder with 179kW and 353Nm, what this 3.3T Sport is packing is something its rivals could only dream of offering for the money. The same 3.3-litre twin-turbocharged V6 from the Kia Stinger, it develops 274kW at 6000rpm (up 2kW thanks to a new bi-modal exhaust system) and 510Nm from 1300-4500rpm – enough power to see it rival the likes of the BMW M340i for a staggering $23,900 less when working off base prices. Backed by an in-house eight-speed torque converter automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, as with all Australian-spec G70 models, Sport models like this also score a limited-slip differential. Clearly, it’s got all the right gear, as with the aid of launch control, it’ll get from 0-100km/h in a truly brisk 4.7 seconds. It’s the torque that really makes this engine feel most impressive. It might not be quite as grunty as the 3.5-litre donk being fitted to the new-gen Genesis models, but in this smaller, lighter, and tighter chassis, it packs an impressive enough punch to make it the fastest model in the marque’s arsenal statistically – and that certainly translates when it comes to the seat-of-your-pants feeling it delivers. Let the boost build up and it just hunkers down and tortures the 255-wide rear Michelins with its constant barrage of twisting force, with what is now a decent-enough soundtrack to match the visceral feeling as it rockets forward. The transmission gets the best out of it as well – its shifts might not be as crisp as the ZF 8HP that still sets the standard, but it’s still a smooth and responsive unit with well-spaced gearing, and you’ll never be left cursing at it for making a misstep. But what’s really most impressive with the G70 beyond its power is the chassis that manages to handle it. While this class of compact executive sedans is home to some truly impressive rear-wheel drive chassis, such as the Jaguar XE, the G70 truly can go toe-to-toe with the best of them. The steering feel is substantial and responsive, the control of lateral movement is superb, and thanks to its tight limited-slip diff it’s incredibly easy to get it hanging out sideways with incredible control while it’s there on the limit. Perhaps this ability is uncanny, given how much of a drift missile the Stinger is, but the shorter wheelbase makes the G70 feel even livelier and lighter on its toes than the more deliberate and gradual dynamics of the Kia. Truthfully, it feels how the Stinger should’ve. Given this is still a luxury car in aim as much as it is a performance flagship, though, the G70 still delivers pretty impressive ride quality despite the chassis’ stiffness. The steering remains light and easy, and the big bent six is a docile and refined power plant when wafting around town as well, so you really do get the best of both worlds here. To touch on the more practical side of things for a moment, it’s worth mentioning that it shouldn’t be a headache to own in the long run, either. Unlike some luxury marques that have remained resistant to offering a five year warranty, Genesis happily offers one with unlimited mileage coverage in that time, and you score five years of complimentary servicing with it as well. Factor in that even at $86,000 as tested for this fully-loaded top spec model it remains incredibly good value for money against the competition given the performance and features, there are perhaps only two things I can see being a barrier for entry to buying one. The first of those is that Genesis currently only has test drive centres in Sydney and Melbourne, so if you’re anywhere else in the country – as even I am in Adelaide – you’ll have to take my word for just how good this thing is. But secondly, and more than just that, the chances are that many people shopping in this category might not even know that this is out there, so low is the Genesis brand awareness among the general public to this day. After all, if you do buy one of these you’ll have to get used to telling people, “no, it’s not a Bentley.” Us enthusiasts ought to know by now, though, that Hyundai’s luxury arm has a truly compelling product on offer here. It might not fly under the radar and be as universally accepted as a BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, or Merc C-Class, but if you want something that’s more of a conversation piece – or something that only you know about as being the best value performance buy in the class right now – the Genesis absolutely should not be passed up.

2020 BMW M340i Brings 382 Horsepowerhttps://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/a25021966/2020-bmw-m340i-debut-photos-specs-price/ BMW showed off the new, seventh-generation 3-Series for the first time last month, and now the automaker has revealed the sporty version. No, it's not the M3, but it's close. Say hello to the 2020 M340i. Yes, the 3-Series now gets a baby M variant just like the 2-, 5- and 7-Series, as well as the X3 and new Z4. With a 3.0-liter straight-six, the M340i is aimed right at cars like the Mercedes-AMG C43 and Audi S4, both of which are powered by 3.0-liter turbo V6s. The M340i's powerplant is basically the same single-turbo six that found a home in the previous-gen 340i, but tuned for more power and torque, with 382 hp and 369 lb-ft of on tap. Those figures put the M340i just a bit behind the 385-hp AMG C43, though ahead of the 354-hp S4. Like the C43 and S4, the M340i offers all-wheel drive, but unlike the other two Germans, the BMW's AWD is optional. No matter how many wheels are driven, the only transmission available is an eight-speed automatic. Acceleration figures for the rear-wheel drive version haven't been released yet, but BMW says the M340i with xDrive will hit 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. Top speed for both variants is 155 mph. The M340i will come standard with M Sport brakes, with 13.7-inch rotors clamped down by four-piston calipers up front, and 13.6-inch rotors and single-piston calipers in back. An electronically controlled limited-slip differential is also standard, as is variable-ratio steering. The standard suspension setup uses a new type of damper with additional hydraulic elements that come into play on large suspension movements—our colleagues atCar and Driver explain the new system in a prototype drive of the new 3-Series—while adaptive dampers are optional. While the lighter, rear-drive M340i seems more our style, the all-wheel drive version sounds interesting, too. It gets a system with a fully variable front-to-rear torque split, with increasing amounts of rearward bias in Sport and Sport+ driving modes. The M340i of course benefits from all the improvements BMW has made for the seventh-generation 3-Series. The company touts a stiffer, lighter body shell, and a new interior featuring BMW's newest iDrive system. BMW says the M340i will reach dealers in July 2019, and pricing will be announced at a later date.

Check whether it is within factory recommended tyre pressure (Bare minimum). If factory recommendation is based on RFT, need to up another 10% (based on BMW M3 owner manual).

Tesla Model 3 road tax is $2.9k BMW M340 road tax is $2.4k Tesla Model 3 Performance road tax is $5.1k BMW M3 Competition road tax is $2.4k. For 2022, there is a $400 surcharge for EV road tax. The above road tax for EV includes $400. For 2023, there is a $700 surcharge for EV road tax.

Tesla Model 3 hp is equivalent to BMW M340. Tesla Model 3 Performance hp is equivalent to BMW M3 Competition.

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