Almost undisguised
The powerful M-version of BMW’s 3-Series is scheduled for launch next year only. The 3-Series M will be available as coupe, convertible and four door.
For the first time power will come from a V8 powerplant, deriving from the M5 and M6.It is a 4.0 litre engine delivering 415 HP, transmission is a seven speed SMG gearbox. A traditional six speed manual transmission will be offered as an option.
The photos are showing an almost undisguised M3 coupe prototype from all angles on yesterday’s test drive in Munich featuring the large air intakes at the front end, wider fenders and four exhaust pipes. Another year later BMW will launch an M3 convertible and a four door version.