BMW’s Next M3 Loses Its Grille But Keeps Its Six, And Maybe The Clutch Too
Spy footage confirms that BMW is testing a new internal combustion M3 prototype at the Nürburgring, favoring an inline-six engine over electric powertrains.
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The brief
BMW has initiated testing for a new M3 model, with current prototypes spotted at the Nürburgring. The vehicles maintain an inline-six engine configuration, signaling a continued commitment to combustion technology.
Some reporting highlights the possibility of the vehicle retaining a manual transmission. Future reports will likely clarify the final technical specifications, including whether the manual clutch option will appear in the production model.
Information regarding official release timelines or pricing remains limited.
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Quick answers
What engine will the next BMW M3 use?
Prototypes currently being tested feature an inline-six internal combustion engine.
Will the new M3 be electric?
Current testing footage indicates the use of an inline-six combustion engine rather than an electric motor.
Are there design changes to the vehicle?
Coverage indicates that the new M3 prototype features a revised grille design.
Coverage (5)
- Volume Up: BMW Is Already Testing The Next M3 With An Inline-Six Motor1.com · 2d ago
- Here’s Proof That a Pure Combustion BMW M3 Is Coming Autoblog · 2d ago
- 2028 BMW M3 Sounds Properly Good In New Spy Video bmwblog · 2d ago
- BMW M3 Spotted at the Nürburgring, and This Prototype Packs an Inline-Six Instead of Electric Motors Car and Driver · 2d ago
- BMW’s Next M3 Loses Its Grille But Keeps Its Six, And Maybe The Clutch Too Carscoops · 2d ago
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