While BMW may say that its halo car is the all-new i8 hybrid, in reality, it’s the M3. The “i” line certainly predicts the future, but the M3 will always be a key to that future’s existence; just say “E30” to anyone who has the vaguest interest in performance cars and they’ll tell you that it embodies everything BMW’s M division stands for.
BMW M2 coming in 2016 with up to 400 PS
Should cost about 55,000 USD
BMW will allegedly introduce a fully-fledgedM2 in 2016 powered by an uprated inline-six TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter taken from the M235i.
More than a year ago, M division CEO Dr. Friedrich Nitschke confirmed a successor for the 1-Series M Coupe and now details are emerging about what will probably be an M2. While the special M-flavored 1-Series was a limited-run model, the M2 is expected to be a regular production model and will use the same six-cylinder engine from the current range-topping 2-Series, the M235i.2015 BMW X4 revealed, goes into production this spring
U.S. pricing starts at $45,625
BMW has officially unveiled their new X4 crossover.
2014 BMW M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe officially unleashed with 431 HP and 'smokey burnout' mode
Public debut in January at NAIAS
The highly anticipated 2014 BMW M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe have finally been revealed online, ahead of their public debut scheduled for next month at NAIAS in Detroit.
2015 BMW X6 M Sport unveiled
A tasteful alternative to the standard model
BMW has released the first pictures of the2015 X6 equipped with the M Sport package.
Stolen and dismantled BMW X6 squeezed inside a Volkswagen LT van, thief gets caught at border
Grand Theft Auto: Romanian Edition
A Romanian car thief thought of an innovative way to steal a BMW X6 and make it through the border checkups.
2014 BMW 2-Series Coupe unveiled, goes on sale in March
Larger and more luxurious than the 1-Series Coupe
Germany's worst keep secret is finally official as BMW has taken the wraps off the 2014 2-Series Coupe.
Designed to replace the 1-Series Coupe, the 2-Series Coupe promises to raise the bar in terms of "dynamic ability, aesthetic appeal and emotional allure."
2015 BMW X6 leaked
Rear end looks a lot better
Several official images of the second generation BMW X6 have surfaced the web ahead of an expected imminent full reveal.
Production ready BMW i8 officially revealed
0-100 km/h in 4.4s
BMW has revealed the i8 in production guise at IAA in Frankfurt, following last week's leaked official photos.
The 1,490 kg (3,284 lbs) plug-in hybrid adopts a 2+2 configuration and boasts a carbon fiber reinforced plastic passenger cell. It borrows many of the concept’s styling cues but slightly toned down and with standard LED headlights, with laser ones being optionally available. The see-through doors of the concept were not carried over but they still open upwards, while the alloys have been modified to be more suitable for a production model.
BMW CS Vintage Concept is a modern successor to BMW E9
These renderings re-create a beautiful and modern BMW E9, which was originally built for the Bavarian company by Karmann from 1968 to 1975. In fact, this reinterpretation is an even mix between the E9 and its predecessor - the 1965 BMW 2000 CS (E120 series). The project is the work of designer David Obendorfer, who has also created some original virtual reinterpretations of the Fiat 127, Renault 4 and Fiat 500 in the past.
Manhart turns BMW M235i into a track tool
Packs 430 PS
German tuner Manhart has developed an aftermarket program for the BMW M235i Coupe.
Work started on the inline-six 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo engine which received a larger intercooler, remapped ECU, a modified turbo boost and a bespoke 200-cell sport exhaust system. As a result of these upgrades, output was bumped from the series 326 PS (240 kW) and 450 Nm (322 lb-ft) to 430 PS (316 kW) and 592 Nm (437 lb-ft).
2014 BMW X5 officially unveiled
Goes on sale in November
BMW has officially unveiled the 2014 X5, following this afternoon's leak.
Looking instantly recognizable, the redesigned crossover has evolutionary styling which closely mimics the outgoing model. Despite the déjà vu design, the 2014 X5 has a more prominent grille, an aerodynamic front bumper and optional LED adaptive headlights. Other touches include rear "Aero Blades" and new "Air Curtains" that promise to reduce drag by routing air around the wheel arches.
2016 BMW X6 M speculatively rendered
The second generation BMW X6 has been digitally dressed in M clothing by independent designer X-Tomi.
2015 BMW X6 Individual revealed
Company offers an assortment of upgrades
BMW has released the first pictures of the 2015 X6 Individual.
All-new BMW 7-Series spied testing at the Nurburgring
A prototype of the 2016 BMW 7-Series was caught on camera undergoing testing in Germany around the Nürburgring.
BMW & Tesla considering a collaboration, might involve Supercharger network
Executives held a meeting on Wednesday
According to a recent report, BMW and Tesla executives meet earlier this week to discuss the possibility of sharing the latter company's Supercharger network.
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