Overview
- The M Concept Neue Klasse was unveiled at Le Mans on Sunday and BMW presented it as a near‑production preview that points to the company’s next M3.
- BMW executives told reporters the production car expected next year will closely mirror the concept’s design and that the company will continue to offer a petrol M3 alongside an electric model.
- The concept’s engineering highlights include a quad‑motor layout, torque vectoring, an over‑100 kWh battery and an 800‑volt electrical system, with published outlets offering speculative high‑output estimates that BMW has not confirmed.
- To preserve driver engagement, BMW will fit the EV with red‑accent shift paddles that trigger simulated gear changes and will pipe a bespoke synthesized soundtrack into the cabin for certain drive modes.
- BMW has updated its S58 and S68 engines to meet Euro 7 rules and says it will keep ICE M models; the twin path signals BMW will try to serve traditional petrol enthusiasts and buyers seeking an electric high‑performance M car.