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The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition.
Wed Jun 09 02:13:00 CEST 2021 Press Kit
Two years after the launch of the first BMW M GmbH High Performance models for the BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle and the BMW X4 Sports Activity Coupé, the BMW M variants of the SAV and SAC for the mid-size segment are now undergoing a comprehensive refresh.
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BMW M GmbH is refreshing the high-performance models of the Sports Activity Vehicle BMW X3 and the Sports Activity Coupé BMW X4 two years after their launch. In addition to new design features drawn from the BMW X3 and BMW X4 (see here for details), which have likewise been revised, along with M specific changes and a new operating concept, the new BMW X3 M Competition (combined fuel consumption: 11.0 – 10.8 l/100 km according to WLTP; combined CO2‑emissions: 251 – 241 g/km according to WLTP) and the new BMW X4 M Competition (combined fuel consumption: 10.8 – 10.7 l/100 km according to WLTP; combined CO2 ‑emissions: 247 – 243 g/km according to WLTP) also offer increased pulling power. The most powerful BMW in-line 6-cylinder petrol engine with a peak output of 375 kW/510 hp – now also used in other BMW M models – has a maximum torque which has been increased by 50 Nm to 650 Nm, enabling a 0.3-second improvement in the time required for the standard sprint from 0 to 100 km/h to 3.8 seconds. This puts the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition on a par with high-performance sports cars. The top speed is electronically cut off at 250 km/h. This limit is raised to 285 km/h in conjunction with the optional M Driver’s Package. The market launch of the new models is due to start in August 2021.
High-revving and with motor racing expertise.
The in-line 6-cylinder engine in the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition now features the forged lightweight crankshaft of the BMW M3 and M4 models. Its extremely torsion-resistant design enables transmission of the particularly high torque, while its low weight and reduced rotating masses also benefit the engine’s revving power. The in-line 6-cylinder engine’s racetrack-proven cooling system is designed to enable an exceptionally high level of output and includes two laterally positioned radiators in addition to the central one. There is also an additional engine oil cooler and a separate transmission oil cooler. BMW M GmbH motor racing expertise is also evident in the design of the oil supply system, which is geared towards dynamic racetrack operation. The engine’s weight-optimised oil pan has two separate chambers and an integrated suction channel. An additional suction stage enables the map-controlled oil pump to deliver lubricant from the smaller oil sump, which serves as a volume buffer. In this way, a reliable oil supply is guaranteed at all times, even during extreme longitudinal and lateral acceleration.
M sports exhaust and 8-speed M Steptronic transmission.
The standard M sports exhaust system in the BMW X3 M
Competition and BMW X4 M Competition enriches the engine sound
characteristic of BMW M automobiles with the addition of a
distinctly sonorous quality, especially when under intense load and
at high engine speeds, thereby giving the sound even more of a motor
racing touch for a particularly emotional driving experience – while
fully retaining day-to-day practicality. The infinitely variable
flaps of the M sports exhaust system allow for a highly varied sound
production. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an 8‑speed M
Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. In addition to fully
automatic gear changes, it also enables manual shifting with
sequential selection of the drive position. In addition to the new M
gear selector in the centre console, shift paddles on the steering
wheel are also available for this purpose. In manual mode, multiple
downshifts can be made to the lowest possible gear so as to be able
to harness the engine drag torque for braking purposes. When
accelerating, no forced upshift is triggered even when the engine is
revved up.
M xDrive all-wheel drive system with rear-wheel orientation.
The M xDrive all-wheel drive system also contributes to the
high agility of the BMW X3 M Competition and BMW X4 M Competition,
combining the traction benefits of power transmission to all four
wheels with the proven dynamic qualities of classic rear-wheel
drive. The electronically controlled M xDrive – which is networked
with the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system – only directs part
of the drive torque to the front axle when the rear wheels reach the
limits of their power transmission capabilities. At the touch of a
button, the driver can influence not only how the driving stability
control works but also the distribution of drive torque between the
front and rear wheels. The centrally controlled interaction of the M
xDrive all-wheel drive system with the Active M Differential ensures
loss-free transmission of engine power.
Superior driving dynamics in hallmark M style.
The BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition provide
an exceptional level of driving dynamics potential. Outstanding
values in the areas of longitudinal and lateral acceleration,
handling and deceleration go hand in hand with a high level of
driving stability, neutral self-steering response and comfort
characteristics that enhance suitability for day-to-day use and
lengthy trips. The basis for this combination of agility, dynamics
and precision that is so typical of BMW M automobiles is suspension
technology that perfectly matches the high engine output and the M
xDrive all-wheel drive system. The standard adaptive M suspension
with specific set-up and electronically controlled dampers ensures
both a high level of day-to-day comfort and extremely direct road
contact, with limited wheel and body movement. The damping forces
are ideally suited to cope with every situation on the road and set
individually for each wheel at continuously varying levels by means
of interior electromagnetically controlled valves. The basic
characteristic of the dampers can be influenced at the touch of a
button. Driving precision and response are based on extensive
measures to reinforce the body and suspension attachment, for
example an M specific strut package. The electromechanical M
Servotronic steering and DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) also
contribute to the typical M driving experience. In M Dynamic Mode,
this system allows additional wheel slip to generate the
self-steering response that is typical of M, enabling controlled
drift manoeuvres when used on the race track, for example.
M compound brake system and 21-inch wheels as standard.
The performance characteristics of the BMW X3 M Competition
and the BMW X4 M Competition are complemented by the high efficiency
of the standard M compound brake system. The brake calipers bear
the M logo and are finished in blue as standard or in high-gloss
black or red on request. The perfectly matched overall package for
maximum performance also includes the 21-inch wheels with mixed
tyres in 255/40 ZR21 at the front and 265/40 ZR21 at the rear. One
new feature is the M forged wheel 892M Star Spoke in Jet Black
burnished, which saves 2 kilograms of weight per wheel. As an
alternative, the well-known M light alloy wheel 765M V-Spoke is
likewise available in Jet Black burnished.
Larger BMW kidney grille and a more striking front section.
The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition
have the enlarged BMW kidney grille with its now one-piece frame and
headlights that are around ten millimetres flatter, drawn from the
likewise refreshed BMW X3 and BMW X4. A black bar in which the iCam
is positioned provides visual separation of the BMW kidney grille,
the frame of which is also finished in high-gloss black, as are the
typical M double kidney bars. The radiator grille also features a
vehicle-specific logo: X3 M or X4 M. In addition to the standard
adaptive LED headlights with Matrix function, the BMW Laser Light
with a range of up to 650 metres is now also available as an
optional extra. BMW M GmbH has designed the M specific front apron
to be even more expressive. One particularly striking feature is the
new, vertically arranged and elongated side air intakes: these are
angled down towards the spoiler lip in a bend towards the centre of
the vehicle, where they follow the hexagonal shape of the central
air intake. They are framed by trim elements in high-gloss black,
which is also used for the caps of the aerodynamically optimised M
exterior mirrors and the characteristic M gills integrated in the
air breathers, as well as the rear spoiler on the BMW X4 M Competition.
Distinctive rear aprons in a new design and new paint finishes.
The BMW X3 M Competition has the full ‑LED‑ rear lights of the
refreshed BMW X3 with a black surround and narrower illuminated
graphics. The lower section of the rear apron is M specific and
finished in high-gloss black. The large diffuser is flanked on the
right and left by the tailpipe pairs of the M sports exhaust system,
which are finished in black chrome. The new rear apron of the
BMW X4 M Competition features a wide, offset insert in the shape of
an anvil. Like the lateral air‑curtain‑panels, which also
accommodate the now vertical reflectors, this is finished in
high-gloss black, ensuring a particularly powerful overall
impression. The two pairs of tailpipes in black chrome also
frame the diffuser on the BMW X4 M Competition. In addition to
M Carbon Black metallic and M Brooklyn Grey metallic, there are two
new paint finishes reserved exclusively for the M Competition models
of the X3 and X4 series in Germany, namely M Marina Bay Blue
metallic and M Sao Paulo Yellow. In addition, a wide range of BMW
Individual paint finishes are available for the first time such as
the matt finish Frozen Marina Bay Blue metallic.
M typical interior with new accents.
The BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition feature
M sports seats with electrically adjustable headrests and
illuminated M logo as standard. In addition to the extended Merino
leather upholstery in four colour combinations, the BMW Individual
extended Merino leather upholstery in Tartufo is also available as
an option. The air vents have new galvanised trim, the interior
trims are now finished in dark Rhombicle aluminium as standard, and
the new open-pore ash variant is available as an option. The M
leather steering wheel with multifunction features contrast
stitching in the BMW M colours and an open 6 o'clock spoke.
BMW Live Cockpit Professional with intelligent networking.
The new BMW X3 M Competition and the new BMW X4 M Competition
come equipped with BMW Live Cockpit Professional including Connected
Drive as standard. Intelligent networking including innovative
digital services based on BMW Operating System 7 – such as BMW
Intelligent Personal Assistant, Connected Music and Remote Software
Upgrade – enable particularly intense interaction between driver and
vehicle. Intuitive multi-modal operation has been further optimised:
depending on the situation, the driver has a choice between touch
operation on the Control Display, the tried-and-tested BMW
Controller, the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel and
voice control. A Harman Kardon surround sound system now comes as
standard for a superb audio experience. BMW Live Cockpit
Professional offers a fully digital display network: the
high-resolution instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and the
Control Display each have a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches. The
fully digital instrument display offers, among other things, the M
View with specific displays adopted from the BMW M8 models.
M specific display content is also available with the optional
BMW Head‑Up Display. The cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps
offers particularly fast and precise calculation of routes and
arrival times, real-time traffic data updates at short intervals and
free text input for selecting navigation destinations. In addition,
BMW Maps with Connected Parking provides drivers with even more
detailed support in the search for a vacant parking space near their
destination. What is more, On-Street Parking Information and ParkNow
services are integrated in the range of BMW Maps functions.
Smartphone integration and BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
Another standard feature is optimised smartphone integration.
Android Auto can now also be used with the vehicle’s operating
system in addition to Apple CarPlay. Here, the driver can view all
the important information from the apps on the Control Display and
also – in intelligently processed form – in the instrument cluster
and the optional Head-Up Display. The capabilities of the
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant are being expanded on an ongoing
basis. With the digital companion, naturally spoken instructions can
now be used to regulate the air conditioning, open and close the
windows or change the driving experience switch modes, for instance.
It can also access the new News app, which reads out the latest news
to passengers, and learn routines that increase comfort and driving
pleasure in certain situations.
Remote Software Upgrade and BMW Drive Recorder.
BMW Operating System 7 now also includes Remote Software
Upgrade. This means that the BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M
Competition always remain up to date with the latest software.
The upgrades can include different content from new services to
improved vehicle features and can be loaded
"over‑the‑air". It is also possible to integrate
additional vehicle functions in the vehicle at a later date, such as
the new BMW Drive Recorder, which records video images around the vehicle.
New control island from the current BMW M3 and M4 models.
Originating from the current BMW M3 and M4 models, the newly
designed control island on the centre console includes two new
buttons in addition to the specific M gear selector with Drivelogic
rocker switch, the BMW Controller and the red engine start button,
which is now positioned here. The set-up button provides direct
access to all settings options for the engine and suspension: it is
used to access a menu in the Control Display that lists the current
vehicle settings. Two individually configured variants of the M
set-up can be permanently stored and retrieved at any time using the
two M buttons on the steering wheel. The M Mode button can be used
to influence the activities of the driver assistance systems as well
as the displays in the instrument cluster and in the Head‑Up Display
at the touch of a button, thereby enabling a driving experience to
be created that is appropriate to the situation and typical of M in
each case.
Driving Assistant Professional available for the first time.
The BMW X3 M Competition and the BMW X4 M Competition come
with all the modern driver assistance systems of the BMW X3 and BMW
X4. In addition to the Driving Assistant, the Driving Assistant
Professional is available as an option for the first time. It
includes Active Cruise Control with improved functionality in the
city, intersection warning with additional city braking function,
emergency lane assistant and the improved steering/lane guidance
assistant. The 3D environment visualisation in the instrument
cluster provides an overview of which Driving Assistant Professional
assistance systems are activated and what functions they offer. The
optional Parking Assistant Plus now also includes the reverse
assistant, which helps retrace a completed line in reverse. Parking
Assistant Plus uses Park View, Panorama View and 3D Top View to
create a 360-degree image of the vehicle and its surroundings from
various perspectives. Meanwhile, the driver can have a
three-dimensional live image of their vehicle and its surroundings
transmitted to their smartphone by means of Remote 3D View.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
BMW X3 M
Competition
combined fuel consumption: 11.0 – 10.8 l/100
km according to WLTP; combined CO2‑emissions: 251 – 241
g/km according to WLTP.
BMW X4 M Competition
combined fuel
consumption: 10.8 – 10.7 l/100 km according to WLTP; combined
CO2 ‑emissions: 247 – 243 g/km according to WLTP.
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