The journey towards electric mobility is leading to the end of combustion engines in some of the favorite models among automotive enthusiasts.
At BMW, it is already known that the next M3 will continue to feature the 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engine. This confirmation was made by Frank van Meel, head of BMW M, in an interview with “Bimmer Today.”
According to the same official, BMW engineers are working on certifying the well-known engine under the Euro 7 regulations that will come into effect in 2030. “We will keep the six-cylinder combustion engine running for as long as possible,” emphasized Frank van Meel. “If customer demand remains as it has been, and does not decline, we will not let go of the six-cylinder.”
If that is the case, BMW will maintain the combustion M3 alongside the electric variant, which in the future is expected to receive the Neue Klasse platform, allowing for up to 1360 hp/1 megawatt of power, generated by four electric motors, one for each wheel.
It is certain that the next generation of the M3 is still a long way from hitting the market; in the meantime, BMW will launch its first Neue Klasse model in 2025, before turning its attention to the sportier versions, which is expected to happen between 2027 and 2028.
