2026 BMW M Concept Neue Klasse

В рамках марафона «24 часа Ле-Мана» состоялась премьера концепта, который одновременно демонстрирует новый стиль моделей BMW M и даёт представление о будущих М-«электричках». Его прямым серийным продолжением, вероятно, станет электрический седан M3, хотя напрямую об этом не говорится. По неофициальным сведениям, товарная версия появится в 2027 году.

Новый концепт связан с замаскированным прототипом BMW Vision Driving Experience, который был показан в 2025 году и являлся, по сути, «тестовой лабораторией». Шоу-кар BMW M Neue Klasse получил капот с выштамповками и воздуховодом (для охлаждения электрической системы), вытянутые горизонтально фары (с жёлтыми сегментами) в виде фирменных «ноздрей», а в нижнюю часть переднего бампера интегрирована оптика, большой раздвоенный воздухозаборник и массивный сплиттер чёрного цвета.

Профиль концепта украсили за счёт больших оригинальных колёсных дисков со сложным рисунком, наружных зеркал на тонких ножках, необычных дверных ручек, а также боковых юбок черного цвета. На кромке крышки багажника есть небольшой спойлер, вытянутые горизонтально фонари разделены выступом с логотипом марки, в нижнюю часть заднего бампера интегрированы квадратные светоотражатели и массивный диффузор. Установлены колёсные диски с центральной гайкой. Машина окрашена в красный металлик Monza Red.

В салоне установлены четыре ковшеобразных сиденья с карбоновым каркасом и пятиточечными ремнями безопасности. Обивка выполнена из кожи Merino. Руль, дверные панели и каркас безопасности обшиты чёрным нубуком.

Построенный на платформе Neue Klasse седан имеет 800-вольтовую архитектуру и четырёхмоторную силовую установку, однако её отдача не названа. Ёмкость батареи превышает 100 кВт·ч. В BMW обещают новый уровень управляемости и точности реакций благодаря раздельному управлению каждым колесом.

Серийная электрическая M3, как ожидается, получит от 700 сил в базовом исполнении до более чем 1000 «лошадей» в топовом исполнении. После этого должна сменить поколение топливная модификация, которая сохранит рядную «битурбошестёрку». В сочетании с мягкогибридной надстройкой она, предположительно, будет выдавать около 560 л.с.

The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse celebrated its world premiere at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It showcases the new BMW M design language and sets a clear signal for the brand's all-electric future. The future BMW M product portfolio combines expressive design, high performance and innovative materials.

The vehicle builds a bridge between its history and motorsport

It is instantly recognisable as a high-performance automobile. BMW M thus remains true to its guiding principle: "Born on the racetrack. Made for the streets."

"The new BMW M design language forms the expressive spearhead of the Neue Klasse - determined and purposeful," says Oliver Heilmer, Head of Design BMW Compact Class, Neue Klasse and BMW M. "At BMW M, form consistently follows function. Every detail serves performance. This project is truly special to me because it carries the BMW M character into a new era."

Form, function and motorsport references in the exterior design

Powerful proportions, precise lines and a muscular shoulder section with wide wheel arches define the unmistakable BMW M character.

Numerous M-specific design measures optimise aerodynamics - including the reinterpreted M aero exterior mirrors in the colours of BMW M.

A distinctive air outlet shapes the V-shaped front bonnet. It supports the cooling of the electric drivetrain.

A forward-facing shark nose and a light signature with depth effect characterise the front end. Headlights and kidney grille form a single unit. The new M Yellow Lights create a focused view of the road. The yellow light icons are set to become a new signature feature of future BMW M automobiles and reference GT racing cars as well as the BMW M Hybrid V8.

The front apron of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse adopts a trimaran-style bumper, inspired by the form of high-speed sailing boats. The three-part design underlines the vehicle's technical appearance. It also provides structural support for the front splitter - an aerodynamic element at the lower edge of the front end.

Another new lighting accent for future BMW M automobiles are the three-dimensional Track Lights located in the outer sections of the front apron.

Track Lights and trimaran design also shape the rear apron of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse. The Track Lights frame the trimaran element above the floating diffuser. A striking ducktail spoiler improves aerodynamics, increases downforce at the rear axle and at the same time sets a striking accent within the clean surface design of the rear end.

Natural fibre elements are used in both the exterior and interior of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse - for example in the front splitter, the bonnet air outlet and the diffuser. For the first time, natural fibre is not only used in its pure form but also in a refined finish with M branding in the roof graphic.

The newly developed Monza Red metallic paint finish and the red-and-blue coded centre-lock wheels strengthen the visual link to BMW M and motorsport.

Driver-focused cockpit for an intense BMW M experience

The interior of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse is reduced and consistently geared towards the driving experience in a next-generation all-electric BMW M.

Four newly developed bucket seats provide secure support even in highly dynamic driving situations and integrate structural elements made from natural fibre materials. The seat upholstery in Bathurst Blue and Berry Red picks up the BMW M colours in a two-tone Merino leather finish. Red five-point belts emphasise the sporty character.

For the first time in a BMW M vehicle, high-quality black nubuck leather is used. It can be found on the steering wheel, the door panels and the roll bar.

The floating dashboard is finished in black knit material and features M-specific hexagonal backlighting.

Red accents on the M gear selector, the shift paddles on the M steering wheel and in the digital displays add targeted sporty highlights in the cockpit and put performance centre stage.

High performance and BMW M driving experience in a new dimension

The BMW M Concept Neue Klasse represents the next chapter in the M-typical blend of dynamics, agility and precision. The innovative BMW M eDrive drive concept with four electric motors and BMW M Dynamic Performance Control elevates driving experience and racetrack capability to a new level.

"Even in the new all-electric era, we continue the M-typical tradition of transferring both technological innovations and defining design features directly from motorsport into series production," says Franciscus van Meel, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW M GmbH.

BMW M eDrive is based on the Neue Klasse's Gen6 technology and was developed specifically for all-electric BMW M automobiles. The drivetrain concept combines four electric motors with the central control software BMW M Dynamic Performance Control in the high-performance computer Heart of Joy. Thanks to the integrated, wheel-specific control of the drivetrain and braking systems, BMW M eDrive opens up new potential for driving dynamics and driving safety. It enables high recuperation performance, optimal traction right up to the limit and particularly direct response.

The 800-volt technology and the high-voltage battery with an energy content of more than 100 kWh create the conditions for long-range capability. A BMW M-specific optimised version of sixth-generation cylindrical cells provides particularly high output when delivering energy to the electric motors and during charging. The housing of the high-voltage battery is structurally integrated with both the front and rear axle, thereby additionally contributing to driving dynamics.