BMW M Concept Neue Klasse previews M3 EV
The M Concept Neue Klasse is intended to bridge BMW M's history and motorsport success with its electric-only future.
Specification
- BiK
- 100
BMW M has revealed the M Concept Neue Klasse at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a concept intended to preview its first electric vehicle (EV) ahead of its arrival in 2027.
The M Concept Neue Klasse is intended to bridge BMW M’s history and motorsport success with its electric-only future.
It shares the basic shape of the i3, the first 3 Series EV, suggesting that an ‘iM3’ would be the first EV from BMW M.
It features design cues reminiscent of previous models, including the M aero mirrors of recent M cars and the E36 M3, a shark nose like the E24 6 Series and the yellow lights of the BMW M Hybrid V8 racing car.
BMW M said that yellow lights, as well as the 3D ‘Track Lights’ on the outer section of the front end, will become a part of its future design language.
The car has a three-piece front bumper, which was inspired by high-speed sailing boats.
Other design features include centre-lock wheels, exclusive Monza Red paint and bucket seats made from natural fibre.
Mechanically, the concept has four electric motors and BMW M Dynamic Performance Control.
It uses an 800V architecture and battery larger than 100kWh.