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BMW M3 CS Touring
Delivery in Japan from March 2025
The BMW M3 CS Touring, which will be produced at the BMW Group’s Munich plant, will begin deliveries in March 2025 to key markets including Japan.
The M3 CS Touring had its world premiere at the Bathurst 12 Hour race held at Mount Panorama Circuit in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia. Powered by a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder M TwinPower Turbo engine producing a maximum output of 557 PS (405 kW), mated to an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and the M xDrive all-wheel drive system, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds.
The car is packed with elements to purely enjoy the racing car feeling, such as dedicated chassis tuning and weight reduction through the extensive use of CFRP components.The interior space based on the 3 Series Touring is suitable not only for the circuit, but also for everyday life, short trips, and leisure activities.
The limited-edition M3 CS Touring will be produced at the BMW Group’s Munich plant alongside the BMW M3 and M3 Touring. Deliveries to Europe, including Germany, Australia, Japan, and South Korea, are scheduled to begin in March 2025.
Increased boost pressure achieves maximum output of 557PS
The 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine has undergone various improvements, and by increasing the boost pressure, it has achieved a maximum output of 557 PS, a 20 PS increase.
The 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine installed in the BMW M3 CS Touring was designed from the development stage to deliver the highest level of performance on the circuit, and extensive technical feedback from BMW M’s motorsport activities, including touring car racing, has been incorporated.
The crankcase has a closed deck structure without a sleeve, and its rigidity level has been increased to cope with the high combustion pressure. The lightweight forged crankshaft has high torsional resistance, which supports power development and contributes to higher engine revolutions. The cylinder head core is manufactured using a 3D printer, allowing for optimal placement of the cooling water ducts, which was not possible with conventional metal casting. The cooling system and oil supply have also been designed to cope with the sustained high loads that occur during hard driving on the circuit.
The high-revving characteristics that BMW M excels at, along with the significantly improved performance of the M Twin Turbo, deliver linear power delivery in the high-rev range. The boost pressure of the two mono-scroll turbochargers has been increased to 2.1 bar, increasing maximum output by 20 PS (15 kW) to 557 PS (405 kW). The engine’s maximum torque is 650 Nm between 2750 and 5950 rpm.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 3.5 seconds, from 0 to 200 km/h in 11.7 seconds, and intermediate acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h takes 2.7 seconds in 4th gear and 3.5 seconds in 5th gear. The M Driver’s Package is standard, and the top speed is electronically limited to 300 km/h.
The emotional exhaust note is achieved by the M-specific exhaust system, which features electrically controlled flaps, a weight-minimising titanium rear silencer and two pairs of tailpipes painted matte black. The engine sound also changes dramatically depending on the drive mode selected by the driver in the M Setup menu.
The chassis has been specially tuned to match the engine’s performance characteristics, the overall vehicle concept, and weight distribution. The DSC system and M Dynamic Mode settings have also been optimised for circuit use. The electronically controlled dampers of the Adaptive M suspension, M Servotronic steering, and the brake system have also been specially adapted.
15kg weight reduction thanks to CFRP components
By using carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) components for the interior and exterior, including the roof, the car is approximately 15 kg lighter than the M3 Competition Touring.
Carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) components are used extensively in the exterior and interior, including the carbon fiber roof, bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes, exterior mirror caps, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler.
The interior also features CFRP center console, shift paddles, interior trim, and center console. The standard “M Carbon Bucket Seats” also contribute to significant weight reduction. The addition of a titanium rear silencer has reduced the weight of the exhaust system alone by more than 4 kg.
These weight reductions have resulted in a weight reduction of approximately 15 kg compared to the M3 Competition Touring. Furthermore, by installing an optional high-precision strut brace in the engine bay, weight reduction and body rigidity can be significantly improved.
The front section features a lightweight frameless BMW kidney grille that evokes the stripped back air of a racing car. A specially designed red border is placed in the grille, and a special M3 CS badge is also placed on the top of the grille bar. The standard BMW Laser Light headlights, inspired by GT3 racing cars, illuminate yellow during the welcome sequence and when the low beam and high beam are on.
A racing-inspired cockpit lavishly equipped with exclusive equipment
In addition to being lightweight, the interior is equipped with a variety of exclusive features, such as M carbon bucket seats, creating a racing atmosphere.
The interior features black leather on both the front and rear door panels. The lightweight center console features red “CS” lettering. Standard features include M seat belts incorporating BMW M color stripes, door sill plates with “M3 CS” inscription, an anthracite-colored headliner, carbon fiber interior trim, CFRP shift paddles, and an M Alcantara steering wheel with a red center marker.
The cockpit is equipped with BMW iDrive, based on the latest BMW Operating System 8.5. The curved display consists of a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display.
The standard seats are “M Carbon Bucket Seats” designed specifically for the M3 CS. They are fully electric and heated, and feature illuminated “M3 CS” badges on the headrests. The seat cushions and backrest structures are made of CFRP, with cutouts on the side bolsters and under the headrests to reduce weight.
The seats are made of Merino leather in a black/red finish with exclusive contrast stitching. This two-tone finish is also used on the seats in the rear compartment. The luggage compartment has a capacity of 500L, which can be expanded to a maximum of 1510L by folding down the rear seats.
