BMW's upcoming electric M3 promises a 'new level' of performance, according to the company. The quad-motor M3 sports car will arrive in 2027, featuring four electric motors and simulated gear shifting, a combination that unlocks the benefits of both rear and all-wheel drive with the ability to decouple the front axle. While four motors are rare, it joins the ranks of tri-motor vehicles like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Lucid Air Sapphire. However, the M3's unique selling point lies in its platform, built on BMW's Neue Klasse, which promises more efficient batteries, lightning-fast charging, and higher-powered computers. This 800-volt architecture and highly efficient regenerative braking will make the M3 a real head-turner on the streets.
The M3 will have four computers unified under the 'Heart of Joy' component, enabling over-the-air software updates faster than BMW's current processors. The simulated gear shifting will feature a 'newly developed soundscape' that 'channels pure emotion,' ensuring a familiar experience for M-series enthusiasts. This approach is shared by automakers like Porsche, Hyundai, and Dodge, who are also embracing fake EV gear shifting. After years of promising a proper electric M-series, the M3 will finally bear the coveted M badge, with more to come in the future.
This development comes as BMW transitions from its i-series M performance vehicles, marking a significant shift towards electrification. The M3's arrival in 2027 is highly anticipated, and its performance capabilities are expected to set a new standard in the automotive world.
