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BMW tweaks X3 M and X4 M with more torque, fresh look
As part of BMW’s refreshed X3 and X4 line-up due in South Africa later this year, the Bavarian carmaker has announced changes to its flagship X3 M and X4 M performance models as well. Peak torque from the X3 M and X4 M’s 3,0-litre twin-turbo petrol motor has increased by 50 N.m to 650 N.m, due to the use of a 3D-printed cylinder head core and a forged crankshaft.
Peak power remains at 375 kW from the s58’S in-line six-cylinder engine (which also powers the M3 and M4) and BMW says the 0-100 km/h sprint time has improved by 0,3 seconds for a claimed time of 3,8 seconds.
Top speed remains at 250 km/h, however it can be raised to 285 km/h by ticking the optional M Driver’s Package. The performance SUV duo ride on a stiffer suspension compared to the normal models in the range.
In terms of rubber, there are 21-inch wheels with mixed tyres in 255/40 ZR21 at the front and 265/40 ZR21 at the rear offered. One new feature is the M forged wheel 892M Star Spoke in Jet Black burnished, which saves two kilograms per wheel says BMW.
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As part of BMW’s refreshed X3 and X4 line-up due in South Africa later this year, the Bavarian carmaker has announced changes to its flagship X3 M and X4 M performance models as well. Peak torque from the X3 M and X4 M’s 3,0-litre twin-turbo petrol motor has increased by 50 N.m to 650 N.m, due to the use of a 3D-printed cylinder head core and a forged crankshaft.
Peak power remains at 375 kW from the s58’S in-line six-cylinder engine (which also powers the M3 and M4) and BMW says the 0-100 km/h sprint time has improved by 0,3 seconds for a claimed time of 3,8 seconds.
Top speed remains at 250 km/h, however it can be raised to 285 km/h by ticking the optional M Driver’s Package. The performance SUV duo ride on a stiffer suspension compared to the normal models in the range.
In terms of rubber, there are 21-inch wheels with mixed tyres in 255/40 ZR21 at the front and 265/40 ZR21 at the rear offered. One new feature is the M forged wheel 892M Star Spoke in Jet Black burnished, which saves two kilograms per wheel says BMW.
BMW tweaks X3 M and X4 M with more torque, fresh look - CAR Magazine
As part of BMW's refreshed X3 and X4 line-up due in South Africa later this year, the Bavarian carmaker has announced changes to its flagship X3 M and X4 M performance models as well. Peak torque from the X3 M and X4 M's 3,0-litre twin-turbo petrol motor has increased by 50 N.m to 650 N.m
www.carmag.co.za
