BMW Patented iM3: Electric M Series is on the Way!
BMW continues to make ambitious moves in the electric car market. Finally, it was revealed that the brand has officially patented the name iM3 for the electric version of M, the most popular performance series.
BMW iM3 What ZamWill it be the moment?
BMW's electric car family, the "i" series, made a successful debut with the i3 and i5 models. However, these models were not enough for enthusiasts of the M series. Because the M series represents BMW's high-performance, sporty and driving pleasure cars.
To meet this expectation, BMW launched models such as the i5 M60 and i4 M50. However, these models are not considered real M models because there is not just a number after the letter M.
At this point, BMW's patenting of the iM3 name created great excitement. According to the patent information we have available, BMW has registered the iM3 name in Germany and the European Union. This shows that the brand is accelerating its work for the electric M series.
What Performance Will BMW iM3 Offer?
BMW iM3 will be a modern and stylish sedan reflecting the brand's new design language. However, what is really curious is the performance data of iM3. Frank van Meel, Head of BMW M Department, announced that he wanted to switch to electric units in the next generation M3 and M4 models. However, this may cause the iM3's weight to increase and its driving character to change.
For example, close zamThe XM model, introduced now, weighs close to 3 tons due to its hybrid unit. This caused the M series to lose features such as lightness and aggressiveness. It is not yet known how the BMW iM3 will overcome this problem.
Will the BMW iM3 be able to compete in the electric car market?
BMW iM3 may have an important place in the electric car market. Because the M series is one of BMW's most prestigious and best-selling series. Therefore, iM3 is expected to attract the attention of M enthusiasts and increase the brand's electric car sales.