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BMW’s 2027 lineup leaks reveal M2 xDrive, iX4 and an electrified future
technology9 hours ago

BMW’s 2027 lineup leaks reveal M2 xDrive, iX4 and an electrified future

BMW USA’s online shop leak outlines the 2027 model-year lineup, confirming an M2 xDrive and an M350 xDrive, multiple iX3 and iX4 EV variants, i3 40 xDrive and i3 50 xDrive, and an iX5 60 xDrive, plus hints of a next‑gen X7 (2028) and potential X6 EV. The M2 remains rear‑drive with a manual, while the M2 xDrive would likely carry a ~$75k premium. The Z4 and 8 Series appear absent as BMW shifts toward the Neue Klasse, with more details expected to follow.

via Motor1.com|
#2027#bmw#ev
BMW’s electric M3 promises blistering performance with four motors and a Heart of Joy
technology1 month ago

BMW’s electric M3 promises blistering performance with four motors and a Heart of Joy

BMW is developing an all-electric M3 to be revealed in 2027 after the new 3 Series debuts; it will use four motors (one per wheel) and a central Drive Dynamics computer called the Heart of Joy to fine‑tune steering and traction, likely around 1,000 hp (with possible higher bursts), a 108 kWh battery for roughly 450 miles of range, and sub‑3‑second 0–60 mph performance, targeting rivals like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. A petrol-hybrid M3 variant is also expected.

via Carwow|
#bmw#electric-vehicle#four-motors
BMW recalls over 330,000 vehicles due to fire risk
business5 months ago

BMW recalls over 330,000 vehicles due to fire risk

BMW is recalling over 330,000 vehicles globally due to a starter motor defect that could cause engine fires, affecting models from 2015 to 2021. The recall, which includes repairs in the US and Germany, is part of BMW's efforts to address product flaws amid intense competition in the EV market, especially from Chinese automakers like BYD. Affected vehicles may experience corrosion from water leaks, leading to potential short circuits and fires, with repairs offered free of charge.

via The Business Times|
#bmw#business#electric-vehicles
BMW Unveils 2027 iX3 SUV as Part of €10 Billion EV Investment
technology5 months ago

BMW Unveils 2027 iX3 SUV as Part of €10 Billion EV Investment

BMW has introduced the sixth-generation EV powertrain in the all-electric iX3, which features a new design language, improved efficiency with a 108 kWh battery capable of up to 400 miles range, and advanced software and driver assistance systems. The iX3 marks the start of BMW's Neue Klasse platform, emphasizing sustainability, innovative technology, and a new SUV design with a distinctive face. It is set to arrive in the US in summer 2024 with a starting price of around $60,000.

via Ars Technica|
#bmw#electric-vehicle#ix3
BMW iX3: A Long-Range, Software-Defined EV Challenging Tesla and Rivals
automotive5 months ago

BMW iX3: A Long-Range, Software-Defined EV Challenging Tesla and Rivals

BMW unveils the iX3, the first model on its new 'Neue Klasse' EV platform, featuring advanced 800-volt architecture, new cylindrical batteries with increased range and faster charging, and a focus on software integration with 'superbrains' and over-the-air updates, aiming to compete with Tesla and Chinese EV makers with a compelling mix of range, power, and digital features.

via The Verge|
#automotive#battery-technology#bmw