The
2007 BMW M3 was introduced at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. At
the core of the BMW M3 is a 4 litre V8 engine tuned to develop
414 bhp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
In keeping with tradition, the engineers at BMW M GmbH developed
the BMW M3 as a fundamentally individualistic vehicle. The level
of commitment to this approach is clearly demonstrated by its
body. While it is based on the dimensions and the underlying
form of the BMW 3 Series Coupé, virtually all body elements
have been newly developed and designed from the ground up. Apart
from the supporting vehicle structure, only the doors and the
luggage compartment lid were taken over from the series model
All other components were specially engineered for the BMW M3,
lending the vehicle exterior unique aesthetics that accentuate
its superior power. Unmistakable features that make the BMW
M3 instantly recognisable are the special trim at the front
and rear, the engine compartment lid with its bulging Powerdome
and two air intakes, the lateral air slots in the front side
walls, the side skirts and the exterior mirrors in a BMW M typical
design.
Front with additional air intakes, engine compartment lid with
Powerdome. Faithful to the principle of "form follows function"
in designing the body for the concept study, designers at BMW
M GmbH used elements that not only visually emphasise the increased
sportiness of the vehicle, but also serve a technical purpose.
Conspicuous at the front are three large air intakes below the
cooling grille that supply the engine with additional intake
and cooling air. Strong, vertical struts delineate the air intakes
and enhance their characteristic form.
Wheel arches and side skirts communicate agility and stability.
The muscular front wheel arches of the BMW M3 symbolise the
high level of agility and driving stability achieved by this
vehicle.Together with the forged 19-inch light alloy rims in
the classic Y-spoke design, they emphasise the vehicle's wide
track, while a glance through the spokes of the rims reveals
the compound high performance brakes developed exclusively for
M vehicles.
In designing the interior of the M3, the specialists at BMW
M GmbH have succeeded in offering the occupants maximum driving
pleasure in an ambience tailored to their specific needs and
wishes. This applies particularly to the driver, with all controls
and instruments relating directly to the active driving experience
in the car adapted to the supreme performance of the BMW M3
and re-designed from the ground up wherever appropriate.
Double circular instruments with white illumination and red
needles, the M leather steering wheel and the newly designed
centre console all characterize the cockpit of the new BMW M3.
The door cutout trim embellished by the characteristic M logo,
the support for the drivers left foot made of brushed
metal, the special design and color of the inner door panels,
as well as the trim strip made of high-quality, sophisticated
materials exclusive to BMW M such as leather in carbon design
or aluminum, all serve to underline the supreme and truly unique
position of the new BMW M3.
Similar and related vehicles:
BMW M1
BMW 850 CSi
BMW 335i Coupe (2007)
BMW 335i Convertible (2007)
BMW M3 GTR Street Version (E46)
BMW M3 CSL (E46)
BMW M3 (E46)
BMW M5
BMW M6
BMW M6 Convertible
BMW 650i Coupe
BMW Z4
BMW Z4 M roadster
BMW Z4 M Coupe
BMW Z4 M Coupe Motorsport Kit
BMW Z3 M Roadster
BMW Z3 M Coupe
BMW Z1
BMW Z8
BMW 135i Coupe
|