BMW X7 Reveal Will Happen Sooner Than We Thought

The Bavarian manufacturer seemingly can’t wait to get into the full-sized SUV market.

Fans of large three-row SUVs have been eagerly awaiting the release of BMW’s largest X model yet, the X7. Initially slated for a global debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November, The Drive learned that the reveal will now most likely occur a month earlier at the Paris Motor Show.

As with most new market entrants, the X7 has garnered mixed responses from both the media and the public, its enlarged dimensions and snouty front-end have proved to be hot points of debate.

Aesthetic appeal aside, the X7 will be packed with the latest tech on offer and while BMW has neither confirmed nor denied it, a hybrid and even all-electric X7 variant may well become part of the line up as they push towards their 2025 electrification goals. Aside from the eco-friendly variants, the possibility of an M Performance X7 has already been a topic of discussion between the BMW management team.

While most of what we know about the upcoming X7-range topper is based on rumors and second-hand information, based on the positioning of the current range of X models, this new entrant should slot in amongst the sportier offerings in the segment.

Official BMW concept images show a vehicle that combines a selection of existing and upcoming tech. Love it or hate it, the reveal will be an interesting one and it will give us a good idea of what new developments will be making their way into the rest of the BMW model range in the near future.

BMW X7 Reveal Will Happen Sooner Than We Thought

The Bavarian manufacturer seemingly can’t wait to get into the full-sized SUV market.

Fans of large three-row SUVs have been eagerly awaiting the release of BMW’s largest X model yet, the X7. Initially slated for a global debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November, The Drive learned that the reveal will now most likely occur a month earlier at the Paris Motor Show.

As with most new market entrants, the X7 has garnered mixed responses from both the media and the public, its enlarged dimensions and snouty front-end have proved to be hot points of debate.

Aesthetic appeal aside, the X7 will be packed with the latest tech on offer and while BMW has neither confirmed nor denied it, a hybrid and even all-electric X7 variant may well become part of the line up as they push towards their 2025 electrification goals. Aside from the eco-friendly variants, the possibility of an M Performance X7 has already been a topic of discussion between the BMW management team.

While most of what we know about the upcoming X7-range topper is based on rumors and second-hand information, based on the positioning of the current range of X models, this new entrant should slot in amongst the sportier offerings in the segment.

Official BMW concept images show a vehicle that combines a selection of existing and upcoming tech. Love it or hate it, the reveal will be an interesting one and it will give us a good idea of what new developments will be making their way into the rest of the BMW model range in the near future.

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New BMW M3 Competition Could Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

Reports claim BMW will launch the new M3 and M3 Competition at the same time.

Now that the all-new BMW 3 Series has broken cover, we’re anxiously waiting for the brand new M3 to arrive. Chances are BMW’s new high-performance super-sedan will make its world debut at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show in September, exactly one year after the regular sedan was unveiled. To whet our appetite, new information about the new G80 M3 and G82 M4 coupe has been uncovered by Bimmerpost, and it’s good news for fans of BMW’s M-badged cars.

According to the post, both models will be available with manual gearboxes. While the post doesn’t specify if this will be an option in the US, it gives us renewed hope the new M3 will let American enthusiasts row their own gears after the automaker confirmed the regular 3 Series will only be sold with an eight-speed sport automatic in the US.

The forum also hints the new M3 and M4 will be available with RWD or BMW’s xDrive AWD system. This will mark the first time in years BMW has let consumers decide these options according to their budget. Curiously, the forum also claims there will be two different performance trims available at launch including hardcore Competition models.

According to Bimmerpost, the new Competition Packages will be radically different compared to the old models, but no further details were provided.

The G83 M4 Cabrio, on the other hand, will only be available as a single model with a choice of transmissions according to Bimmerpost. Traditionally, BMW’s Competition Packages are released several months after the standard M car adding new M Performance parts and mechanical tweaks. It makes sense, however, when you look at the competition - launching both models at the same time will allow BMW to directly compete with the Mercedes-AMG C63 and C63 S.

New BMW M3 Competition Could Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

Reports claim BMW will launch the new M3 and M3 Competition at the same time.

Now that the all-new BMW 3 Series has broken cover, we’re anxiously waiting for the brand new M3 to arrive. Chances are BMW’s new high-performance super-sedan will make its world debut at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show in September, exactly one year after the regular sedan was unveiled. To whet our appetite, new information about the new G80 M3 and G82 M4 coupe has been uncovered by Bimmerpost, and it’s good news for fans of BMW’s M-badged cars.

According to the post, both models will be available with manual gearboxes. While the post doesn’t specify if this will be an option in the US, it gives us renewed hope the new M3 will let American enthusiasts row their own gears after the automaker confirmed the regular 3 Series will only be sold with an eight-speed sport automatic in the US.

The forum also hints the new M3 and M4 will be available with RWD or BMW’s xDrive AWD system. This will mark the first time in years BMW has let consumers decide these options according to their budget. Curiously, the forum also claims there will be two different performance trims available at launch including hardcore Competition models.

According to Bimmerpost, the new Competition Packages will be radically different compared to the old models, but no further details were provided.

The G83 M4 Cabrio, on the other hand, will only be available as a single model with a choice of transmissions according to Bimmerpost. Traditionally, BMW’s Competition Packages are released several months after the standard M car adding new M Performance parts and mechanical tweaks. It makes sense, however, when you look at the competition - launching both models at the same time will allow BMW to directly compete with the Mercedes-AMG C63 and C63 S.