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So they really made sure it wouldn't be faster than the new M3/M4 (0-60)
They could have easily made this faster to compete with model 3, but can't have a less expensive model faster than a M3
Full blown i4M with let's say 700+ hp and in its own platform weighing 4500 lbs or so would be amazing.
Makes me think that's what they are waiting for. Next gen when they can get weight down they will do it.
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...Waiting for the Next Gen M5....
https://www-caranddriver-com.cdn.amp...c-prototype%2F
I don't think any EV at this point would hold up to the M standard. It would weigh too much, be handling and cooling compromised.
Plus this isn't even a dedicated effort as this underneath is the 3/4 series with the ICE motor ripped out and replaced with EV tech, based upon last generation tech. |
Last generation tech?
The motors are a new design built inhouse by BMW.
No permanent magnets and local stability control.
I'm just trying to figure out what last generation tech you are talking about? |
Sorry, you don't understand what I what I was trying to convey. All major manufacturers produce cars on a production cycle of 5-7yrs..Aka this car was designed year's ago with current tech at that moment as its based upon the 4 series which is based upon the 3 series which came out in 2018 and is approaching halfway thru it's lifecycle.
In 2025 BMW has the Neue Klasse coming. Thus, all these upcoming EVs, IX, I4, even the I7 perhaps are like stopgaps. An like an cellphone will be outdated within a year. |
I would say, yes the chassis was designed then, but the motor tech is new and is on par with newer Tesla motor tech. No permanent magnets and rare earth materials. DSC built into the motor.
The ADAS system isn't 5 years old.
You can make the same argument for the TM3. They dumped modern adaptive suspension and steering due to cost.