It wasn’t Daytona—as a result of why would BMW tease us like that? As an alternative, Australia had the consideration of internet hosting the world premiere of the first-ever BMW M3 CS Touring. The debut came about at none apart from Mount Panorama, an iconic circuit that introduced collectively the BMW Motorsport staff set to compete on this 12 months’s Bathurst 12 Hour Endurance race, together with VIPs and BMW M’s Head of Gross sales and Advertising, Sylvia Neubauer.
The present automobile made a daring assertion in Laguna Seca Blue, one of many BMW Particular person colours accessible for the M3 CS Touring, alongside British Racing Inexperienced. This reveal additionally marked the primary time BMW has globally unveiled a brand new mannequin in Australia since formally establishing native operations over 45 years in the past. On high of that, BMW Australia confirmed that simply 55 items of the M3 CS Touring are allotted for the market, priced from $253,900 AUD, with deliveries anticipated to start out round mid-2025.
Extra Energy, Much less Weight, Pure M
Underneath the hood, BMW has turned up the warmth on the S58 twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six, now pushing out 543 hp—that’s 20 hp greater than the usual 2025 M3 Touring and 40 hp greater than the unique G81. Torque stays at 650 Nm (479 lb-ft), however in case you’re chasing much more grunt, the ALPINA B3 GT Touring dials issues as much as 730 Nm (538 lb-ft) with its personal distinctive tackle the S58.
Paired with xDrive all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automated, the M3 CS Touring launches from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in simply 3.5 seconds, making it 0.1 seconds faster than the usual G81. However BMW now additionally quotes occasions with a one-foot rollout, dropping the dash to three.2 seconds. In the meantime, 0-124 mph (200 km/h) takes simply 11.7 seconds (or 11.4 seconds with rollout). And in case you discover the proper stretch of unrestricted Autobahn? You’re taking a look at a high velocity of 186 mph (300 km/h).
Minimal, However Appreciated Weight Financial savings
Incomes the CS badge isn’t nearly extra energy—it’s about making the automobile sharper, too. BMW M has trimmed 15 kg (33 lbs) from the Touring, regardless of it lacking a carbon fiber roof. As an alternative, CFRP (carbon fiber-reinforced plastic) is used all through the construct, together with the hood, air intakes, entrance splitter, mirror caps, and rear diffuser. Commonplace M Carbon bucket seats assist shave much more weight whereas including critical track-ready attraction. For individuals who dwell for the sound, BMW has fitted the CS with a model-specific exhaust system, that includes a titanium rear silencer and quad matte-black tailpipes that imply enterprise.
Signature CS Inside & Tech
Inside, the M3 CS Touring retains issues unmistakably CS with black/purple Merino leather-based, an M Alcantara steering wheel with a flat-bottomed rim, and a purple middle marker at 12 o’clock—a nod to its racing DNA. The CS badge is proudly displayed all through, reinforcing its limited-run standing. Tech-wise, iDrive 8.5 is alongside for the trip, bringing BMW’s newest infotainment and connectivity options.
BMW expects Germany to be the mannequin’s largest market, with sturdy demand additionally coming from Europe, Australia, Japan, and South Korea. Sadly, the Individuals are left behind. [Photos: BMW Australia]
