BMW is preparing a series of fall model updates spanning its performance, electric and compact ranges. The most significant mechanical change is a 44 hp increase for the X3 M50.
The update gives the performance-focused X3 derivative a more prominent role in BMW’s midsize SUV line-up, though the available information does not detail further powertrain or chassis changes.
BMW is also adding a 40 xDrive version to the electric iX3 range. The new derivative brings all-wheel drive to the model’s 40 designation, expanding the choice for buyers seeking an electric SUV with four-wheel traction.
The M5 receives a newly designed, visually complex wheel option, while the M240i gains a Black Package. The package extends BMW’s move toward darker exterior detailing across its performance-oriented models, according to a report by Carscoops.
