The model-specific performance characteristics of the engine and
power transfer via the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and M
xDrive all-wheel-drive system serve up dynamic thrills and supreme
traction. The BMW M3 CS Touring races from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in
3.5 seconds.
The world premiere of the first-ever BMW M3 CS Touring will be hosted
by the Mount Panorama Circuit in Bathurst, in the Australian state of
New South Wales. The BMW M3 CS Touring will be revealed to the public
for the first time on 30 January 2025 as part of the Bathurst 12 Hour
race programme. Deliveries of the limited-run model to customers in
Europe, Australia, Japan and South Korea, among others, will begin in
March 2025. The car’s home market of Germany is by a distance its most
important sales region. The special edition will be produced alongside
all other variants of the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M3 Touring at BMW Group
Plant Munich.
BMW M3 CS Touring x Mount Panorama Circuit.
Six-cylinder in-line engine adapts racing-car technology.
The 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine in the BMW M3 CS Touring
was designed from the outset to deliver high performance on the race
track – and it features a multitude of technological details from
racing-car design. These include an extremely rigid crankcase with a
sleeve-free, closed-deck construction, a forged lightweight crankshaft
and a cylinder head with a 3D-printed core. The likewise weight-saving
cylinder bores have a wire-arc sprayed iron coating to reduce
frictional losses. The cooling system and oil supply are also designed
to handle the sustained heavy loads generated during hard driving on a track.
The drive unit combines the high-revving characteristics for which M
is renowned and linear power delivery into the upper reaches of the
engine’s range with upgraded M TwinTurbo technology. Raising the
maximum charge pressure of the two mono-scroll turbochargers to 2.1
bar and making model-specific tweaks to the engine management enable
the maximum output of the BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive to
be increased by another 15 kW/20 hp to 405 kW/550 hp. The engine
develops its peak torque of 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) between just 2,750 and
5,950 rpm, produces its maximum output at 6,250 rpm and tops out at
7,200 rpm.
In addition, a specially designed engine mounting with increased
spring rates creates an extremely rigid connection between the power
unit and the vehicle’s structure. This leads to even sharper engine
response and extremely direct transmission of its power to the
drivetrain. Its instantaneous power delivery means the BMW M3 CS
Touring can power from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds, and 0
to 200 km/h (124 mph) is over in 11.7 seconds. The figures recorded
using the “one-foot rollout” method* are 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.2
seconds and 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 11.4 seconds. The mid-range
sprint from 80 to 120 km/h (50 – 75 mph) takes 2.7 seconds in 4th gear
and 3.5 seconds in 5th gear. The top speed of the special-edition
model – which comes as standard with the M Driver’s Package – is
electronically limited to 300 km/h (186 mph).
The car’s emotionally stirring engine note is the work of the
M-specific exhaust system featuring electrically controlled flaps, a
titanium rear silencer with weight-minimising design and – in
customary M fashion – two pairs of tailpipes painted in matt Black.
The engine’s acoustic presence varies according to the engine profile
the driver selects from the M Setup menu. SPORT or SPORT+ mode
produces a drive sound that injects real aural drama into proceedings,
particularly through gear changes and the accompanying adjustments in
rev speed.
Eight-speed M Steptronic transmission, M xDrive and Active M
Differential enable irresistibly dynamic power transfer.
The engine under the bonnet of the BMW M3 CS Touring teams up with an
eight-speed M Steptronic transmission including Drivelogic. The
Drivelogic button integrated into the gear selector lever makes it
possible to alter the transmission’s shift characteristics, with a
choice of three clearly distinguishable settings available. As well as
comfort-focused and sporty options, drivers can also engage a setting
optimised specially for track driving. Both the selector lever and the
carbon-fibre shift paddles on the steering wheel enable sequential
interventions in the gear selection process.
The BMW M3 CS Touring channels its power to the road through the M
xDrive all-wheel-drive system. This employs an electronically
controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case to ensure fully
variable and super-smooth distribution of the engine’s power between
the front and rear wheels, and serves up tireless all-wheel-drive
performance, even during hard track sessions. In tandem with the
Active M Differential at the rear axle – whose operation is also fully
variable – the intelligent all-wheel-drive system’s rear-wheel bias
enhances the M-typical handling dynamics. Added to which, 4WD Sport
mode can be selected via the M Setup menu. This sends an even greater
proportion of the engine’s power to the rear wheels. 2WD mode,
meanwhile, delivers a driving experience for the ultimate purist,
laying on classical rear-wheel drive with the DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control) system deactivated.
Model-specific tuning for the chassis technology and
performance-focused stopping power.
The chassis technology in the BMW M3 CS Touring has been tuned
precisely to the engine’s performance characteristics, the overall
vehicle concept and the specific weight distribution of this latest
special-edition model. The settings for the DSC system and M Dynamic
Mode have also been purposefully optimised for the specific demands of
dynamically committed circuit driving. The electronically controlled
dampers of the adaptive M suspension on the BMW M3 CS Touring likewise
come in a model-specific setup, as do its M Servotronic steering and
integrated braking system.
Providing outstanding stopping power are M Compound brakes with
callipers painted in a choice of Red or Black. There is also the
option of M Carbon ceramic brakes whose brake callipers are available
in Red or matt Gold. Also on the standard equipment list are forged M
light-alloy wheels in an exclusive double-spoke design with a matt
Gold Bronze or matt Black finish. Measuring 19 inches in diameter at
the front axle and 20 inches at the rear, the wheels are fitted as
standard with track tyres (275/35 ZR19 at the front, 285/30 ZR20 at
the rear). As an alternative to these tyres, customers also have the
no-cost option of sport tyres with the same dimensions. And
ultra-track tyres are also included on the options list.
Exclusive carbon-fibre components and optimised body rigidity
help to produce outstanding performance attributes.
Together with the extremely powerful engine and model-specific
chassis technology, intelligent lightweight design measures also play
a major part in moulding the exclusive performance attributes of the
BMW M3 CS Touring. Extensive use of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic
(CFRP) is particularly important when it comes to weight minimisation.
The car’s bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes, exterior mirror
caps and rear diffuser are all made from CFRP.
Inside the cabin, the M Carbon bucket seats and likewise CFRP
steering wheel shift paddles, interior trim strips and centre console
also do their bit to keep weight down. The various lightweight design
measures bring about a total weight saving of some 15 kilograms over
the BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive. Body rigidity is further
increased by specifying the optional M front end strut brace for the
engine compartment that has also been engineered for lightness.
Exquisite balance of performance and everyday usability;
exclusive design features.
Hallmark M performance and the versatility-focused body concept
of a Touring model certainly make an unusual combination, and
the latest special edition adds a special allure to the mix. In
the BMW M3 CS Touring, a concentrated dose of M feeling meets a
variable-usage interior whose storage capacity below the high-opening
tailgate can be expanded from 500 litres to a maximum 1,510 litres. In
addition, the dynamically stretched lines of the Touring model and the
M-specific exterior details – crafted precisely to meet the technical
demands of cooling air supply and aerodynamic balance – are
complemented by exclusive design features whose striking appearance
reflects the track-leaning instincts of the BMW M3 CS Touring.
For example, the standard-specification exposed carbon fibre of the
special-edition’s bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes and
M exterior mirror caps creates an eye-catching contrast against the
visually striking exterior colours available for the rest of the car.
The BMW M3 CS Touring can be ordered with a paint finish in British
Racing Green, Laguna Seca Blue, Frozen Solid White or Sapphire Black
metallic. The roof and model-specific roof spoiler are in Black
high-gloss and bring an impression of elegance to the bold exterior.
Another exclusive design feature of the special-edition model is the
red surround for the roof spoiler.
The front end of the car is defined by the weight-minimised,
ultra-stripped-back and frameless BMW M kidney grille. The black model
lettering on the upper of the two horizontal grille slats is bordered
by a red contour line, likewise the model badging at the front and
rear. In a clear reference to motor sport, the LED headlights of the
BMW M3 CS Touring glow with the same distinctive yellow light as GT
racing cars.
Driver-focused cockpit with exclusive racing-car aura.
The interior of the BMW M3 CS Touring blends a sports-car cockpit
designed to exude maximum performance with digital technology and
exclusive design features. Electrically adjustable and heated M Carbon
bucket seats are fitted as standard for the driver and front
passenger. They have integral head restraints, an illuminated “CS”
model badge and surfaces in Merino leather. Their exclusive Black/Red
design is also adopted by the rear seats, while all the door panel
trim is covered with black leather.
The standard M Alcantara steering wheel in three-spoke design – with
its flat-bottomed rim and red centre marker in the 12-o’clock position
– brings authentic racing car flair into the cockpit,. Further
M-specific details are the red “CS” badge on the centre console,
M seat belts and door sill plates with model lettering.
The M-specific Setup button on the centre console enables direct
access to the settings for the engine, chassis, steering, brakes and M
xDrive. Two individually configurable setup variants can be stored
together with personal settings for the engine sound, DSC, Automatic
Start/Stop function and the shift characteristics of the eight-speed M
Steptronic transmission – and these setups are then selected using the
M buttons on the steering wheel. The BMW M3 CS Touring also comes as
standard with the M Drive Professional system with track-optimised
functions such as the M Drift Analyser and M Laptimer. Added to which,
the 10-stage M Traction Control delivers personalised driving fun on
the track. Another feature of M Drive Professional is the M Mode
button on the centre console, which can be used to configure the
driver assistance systems and the content shown on the information
display and Head-Up Display. Drivers can choose between ROAD, SPORT
and TRACK settings here.
In the new BMW M3 CS Touring, the latest version of the display and
control/operation system BMW iDrive based on BMW Operating System 8.5
provides intuitive control of numerous vehicle functions and digital
services. With the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant and BMW Curved
Display both on board, the car is based squarely on operation using
touch control and natural language. The M-specific view on the
12.3-inch information display shows the familiar M Shift Lights at its
upper edge, while the status of the driving stability systems, M
xDrive and traction control can be found at the lower edge of the
screen. The home screen of the 14.9-inch control display includes
widgets for the vehicle setup, tire pressure and temperature.
Sophisticated options for enhancing driving pleasure and
comfort in everyday use.
Standard specification for the BMW M3 CS Touring also includes
BMW Live Cockpit Professional which, alongside the BMW Head-Up Display
with M-specific content, brings the cloud-based navigation system
BMW Maps, smartphone integration, telephony with wireless charging and
a WiFi interface. The BMW Drive Recorder can be added as an option.
The BMW M3 CS Touring additionally offers customers a selection of
comfort-enhancing features and driver assistance systems composed with
the focus firmly on the enjoyment of unadulterated driving pleasure.
Comfort Access, the alarm system, two-zone automatic climate control
and the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System are all fitted as
standard. Park Distance Control and the Parking Assistant, Front
Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and the Speed Limit Info
system are likewise standard, while the Driving Assistant system can
be specified as an option.
* Value with “rollout” subtracted. With this alternative measuring
method, time measurement only begins after leaving a light barrier.
The distance not taken into account in the measurement (the
“rollout”) is 1 foot = 30.48 cm.
All figures relating to performance, fuel consumption, emissions
and range are provisional.
All of the stated equipment features, technical data and fuel
consumption and emissions figures relate to the offering in the
German market. Dimensions and measurements refer to vehicles with
basic configuration in Germany. These may vary depending on the
wheel/tyre size and items of optional equipment selected.
Official figures on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
were determined based on the prescribed WLTP measurement procedure
and are in accordance with Pkw-EnVKV. For more information, go to www.bmw.de
