[Joralemon st.]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Just adding fuel to the conspiracy theory here - I was in the tesla which is very quiet and I didn’t hear engine noise from either of them. And they sped up quickly at speed. Just throwing this out there. Also look at the gas cap cover - looks super fake.

I am going to sleep well tonight knowing bmw is releasing a model Y killer.

Wishful thinking…?

Were you in a model Y?)))))

Yes, I noticed the gas cap too, I just figured there wasn't a proper cover installed. I hope they still make some version of a gas engine with all this talk)))

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by Joralemon

Were you in a model Y?)))))

Yes, I noticed the gas cap too, I just figured there wasn't a proper cover installed. I hope they still make some version of a gas engine with all this talk)))

Yes, can you believe it?
Do you think it could be….. a PHEV?!! I didn’t see the other side, unfortunately.

[Joralemon st.]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Yes, can you believe it?
Do you think it could be….. a PHEV?!! I didn’t see the other side, unfortunately.

I can't believe you let him get away))))))

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by Joralemon

I can't believe you let him get away))))))

I had to go to the supercharger on the exit!

[Joralemon st.]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

I had to go to the supercharger on the exit!

Ahahaha F—n Tesla))))

[ynguldyn]

Originally Posted by Joralemon

Ahahaha F—n Tesla))))

A car that needs a source of energy? What a dumb idea!

[Joralemon st.]

Originally Posted by ynguldyn

A car that needs a source of energy? What a dumb idea!

No car that can't catch up to a BMW. Please don't take this further — it was obviously(or not) a joke.

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by Joralemon

No car that can't catch up to a BMW. Please don't take this further — it was obviously(or not) a joke.

Totally saw it as a joke. I should have gone around to the other side!

Seriously though - and I sound like a broken record - why isn't BMW launching a model Y competitor even if it's a hybrid? The Y is the perfect size with incredible functionality. Also, where is BMW in negotiating with Tesla to use superchargers?

[Joralemon st.]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Totally saw it as a joke. I should have gone around to the other side!

Seriously though - and I sound like a broken record - why isn't BMW launching a model Y competitor even if it's a hybrid? The Y is the perfect size with incredible functionality. Also, where is BMW in negotiating with Tesla to use superchargers?

I know you did, but some people...

Well, perhaps they will! And no clue on the charger situation, but I'm sure there is a plan!

[Max Well]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Testing of the new X3 and X3M? This is 100 miles south of Spartanburg SC.

Originally Posted by ynguldyn

4 pipes no longer means full M...

Appreciate the images Bimmerfun82, but agree with ynguldyn. Unlikely its a G97. Masters of disguise at this point, and can't say I blame them, but suspect they'll want to start stoking the marketing fires for the series before the new year.

[solstice]

Originally Posted by Max Well

Appreciate the images Bimmerfun82, but agree with ynguldyn. Unlikely its a G97. Masters of disguise at this point, and can't say I blame them, but suspect they'll want to start stoking the marketing fires for the series before the new year.

Agreed, seems too early to test the full M on public roads a year before the standard cars are launched. I also suspect there must be some upgrade to the B58 to move from M40 to M50 in the M performance range. Maybe a mild hybrid gen 2?

[ASAP]

Any updates?

[Rik762]

I would like an X3 M50i with V8, four pipes and air suspension. Suspect that I won't get it.

[ASAP]

Originally Posted by Rik762

I would like an X3 M50i with V8, four pipes and air suspension. Suspect that I won't get it.

A v8 will never come to an X3... a V8 was only available in one iteration of any 3 series based car and that was the E92 M3.

The M50i will be an upbadged B58 I6 with more power or w a hybrid combo.

[NGT2]

Originally Posted by Rik762

I would like an X3 M50i with V8, four pipes and air suspension. Suspect that I won't get it.

Obviously not happening but I would 100% buy that car.

If the new X3 M50 comes with options for better seats and my golf clubs fit in the back with the seat up, that could easily be my next move in a few years if I don’t keep my M550.

[nyalpine90]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Just adding fuel to the conspiracy theory here - I was in the tesla which is very quiet and I didn’t hear engine noise from either of them. And they sped up quickly at speed. Just throwing this out there. Also look at the gas cap cover - looks super fake.

I am going to sleep well tonight knowing bmw is releasing a model Y killer.

Wishful thinking…?

why would u hear engine noise on a battery car?

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

why would u hear engine noise on a battery car?

Exactly!
My point was they might be BEV or PHEV X3s. Turns out to be wishful thinking

[Xtabi]

Any insight for when the next X3M will hit SOP?

[OUGrad05]

Rumors of a 60ish mile plug in hybrid option are showing up. This might get me out of my i4 at some point down the road. Might also be a sign of things to come on the X5 side for my wife down the road as well.

[Bimmerfun82]

Is this what I saw?
If BMW releases a PHEV X3 and a BEV X3 in the US, Tesla share will take a hit.


https://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2059024

[pr0gi]

The hybrid will be a killer I assume. I looked at the new 5 series and was surprised that they no longer lose cargo space because of the battery. It is said to be placed under the car. So I'm sure this will be the case with the X3 as well. My only reason to run away from the current hybrid was the cargo space.