Munich. BMW M GmbH looks back on an impressive financial year in 2023 and once again reports record results. For the first time in the company’s history, more than 200,000 vehicles were delivered worldwide in one year. Sales of high-performance and performance vehicles reached a new record of 202,530 units, continuing the growth trend of recent years. The impressive sales increase of 14.3% year-on-year proves that new target groups are once again attracted to extremely sporty vehicles that bear the M logo as a sign of quality.
The United States remained the most important single market for BMW M GmbH Automobiles in fiscal year 2023. In terms of sales regions, Germany’s domestic market once again took second place, while the UK continued to be the third most important market. “With a historic record of over 200,000 vehicle deliveries, we have reached a milestone in fiscal year 2023. This is a huge confirmation of this fact,” says Sylvia Neubauer. Vice President Customers, Brands and Sales BMW M GmbH.
The electromobility offensive continues to accelerate.
As the brand’s first all-electric performance model, the BMW i4 M50* continued to enjoy sales success a full two years after its debut, once again becoming BMW M GmbH’s best-seller. 2023 also saw the launch of the BMW i5 M60 xDrive Sedan* and BMW i7 M70 xDrive*, marking the launch of two more new additions to BMW M’s all-electric performance vehicle range.
With highly integrated drive units on both the front and rear axles and a combined system output of up to 442 kW/601 hp, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive sets the standard in the premium segment of the business saloon class. Masu. As the most powerful model of the new BMW 5 Series, it comes standard with special design features that visually emphasize its outstanding sporting potential. The standard adaptive chassis Professional with electronically controlled shock absorbers and integral active steering guarantees locally emission-free driving pleasure and typical M performance in combination with the BMW xDrive electric all-wheel drive system. To do.
With the BMW i7 M70 xDrive, the most powerful pure-electric BMW M car is launched in 2023. The top model of the new BMW 7 Series is also powered by two electric motors, which collectively mobilize a system output of up to 485 kW / 659 kW. Maximum horsepower and torque are 1,015Nm. Furthermore, model-specific chassis technology and exclusive design features contribute to the typical M character. The BMW i7 M70 xDrive combines locally emission-free mobility with ultimate performance to create a unique driving experience in the luxury segment.
“2023 will see the great success of our emotional combustion engine vehicle portfolio and our continued electrification offensive with two further all-electric performance models and our first electric performance vehicle, the BMW XM*. “It was characterized by both,” Franciscus said. Van Meel, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW M GmbH. “The continued success of the BMW i4 M50 in particular confirms that we are on the right track to further electrify our product portfolio and combine sustainable drive technology with an emotionally powerful driving experience. ”
New high-performance models diversify the product portfolio.
The three high-performance vehicles that completed their first full year of sales in 2023 and represent BMW M GmbH’s broad product portfolio also made a decisive contribution to the new increase in sales. With its six-cylinder in-line engine, rear-wheel drive and optional six-speed manual transmission, the second generation of the BMW M2* offers an even more attractive entry into the world of BMW M’s high-performance models. The extroverted design, advanced luxury of the interior and the new M HYBRID system make the BMW XM* an absolute exception in the competitive field of sports activity vehicles and sports activity coupes. The new BMW M3 CS* special model brings the unmistakable BMW M feel to the racetrack and the road in a particularly pure form, and has been enthusiastically received by the brand’s fans.
Moreover, the continued popularity of its best-selling vehicles in the high-performance car segment was the main reason for the continued growth of BMW M GmbH. The world’s best-selling high-performance sports car in 2023 was the BMW M3 Sedan*, followed by the BMW M4 Coupe*. Featuring a powerful 6-cylinder in-line engine and a segment-specific choice of 6-speed manual transmission and 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, as well as classic rear-wheel drive and the intelligent M xDrive all-wheel drive system, these offer excellent everyday and Offers racetrack-ready performance characteristics that are unrestrictedly suited for long distances. This combination adds additional luggage space and variability, making the first BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive* a particularly noteworthy addition to his BMW M GmbH range for 2023.
Fresh accents and even higher performance models will be introduced in 2024.
Product portfolio diversification will continue in 2024. In addition to upcoming model revisions of his three most successful high-performance series, the BMW M3, BMW M4 and BMW M2, a new edition of the BMW M5 will be available for the current model year. The new generation of high-performance models in the luxury class will be offered not only as a sedan but also as the BMW M5 Touring, giving further impetus to new target groups. Prior to this, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring will complement the range of all-electric performance cars.
The core of the BMW M product range will also debut products specifically aimed at ambitious drivers. Following the great success of the BMW M3 CS, the new BMW M4 CS special model is now available. Engine power and optimized weight.
Le Mans is around the corner: BMW M GmbH aims to revive the historic race.
After the new BMW M Hybrid V8 successfully completed its first season in the North American endurance series IMSA last year, BMW M GmbH will also compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2024. The highlight of the season is the 24 Hours of Le Mans: Exactly 25 years after the overall victory of his BMW V12 LMR in the legendary endurance race, the BMW M Motorsport prototype takes to the starting grid once again.
The return to the 24-hour circuit will see the debut of the 20th BMW art car on the race track. One of his two BMW M Hybrid V8s to compete in Le Mans, his one will race with a very special design created by world-renowned New York artist Julie Meretu To do. This design is a striking expression of the traditional combination of motorsport and art in the BMW Art Car Collection. .
*Consumption and emissions data:
BMW i4 M50: Electricity consumption (kWh/100 km total): 22.5 – 18.0 WLTP.
BMW i5 M60 xDrive: Power consumption (kWh/100 km total): 20.6 – 18.2 WLTP.
BMW i7 M70 xDrive: Power consumption (kWh/100 km total): 23.7 – 20.8 WLTP.
BMW XM: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 1.9 – 1.5 WLTP; electricity consumption (kWh/100 km total): 33.6 – 32.5 WLTP. Total CO2 emissions (g/km): 43 – 35 WLTP.
BMW M2: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 9.3 – 9.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 209 – 205 WLTP.
BMW M3 CS: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 234 – 229 WLTP.
BMW M3 Sedan: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.1 – 10.0 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 231 – 227 WLTP.
BMW M4 Coupe: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.1 – 9.9 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 230 – 226 WLTP.
BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 235 – 229 WLTP.
The official fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electricity consumption and electric range figures were determined based on a prescribed measurement procedure in accordance with the relevant version of European Regulation (EC) 2007/715. Where ranges are shown, WLTP numbers take into account the impact of optional additional features.
For new models type-tested after January 1, 2021, only official figures based on the WLTP procedure are available. Furthermore, according to EU Regulation 2022/195, from January 1, 2023, NEDC values will no longer be included in the EC certificate of conformity. For more information on WLTP and NEDC measurement procedures, please visit www.bmw.de/wltp.
Detailed information on official fuel consumption and specific CO2 emissions for new passenger cars is contained in the following guidelines. “Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer personenkraftwagen” (Guide on fuel efficiency, CO2 emissions and electricity consumption) can be found at all dealers, Deutsche Automobile Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth -Available for free from Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen, https://www.dat.de/co2/.
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BMW i4 M50: Electricity consumption (kWh/100 km total): 22.5 – 18.0 WLTP.
BMW i5 M60 xDrive: Power consumption (kWh/100 km total): 20.6 – 18.2 WLTP.
BMW i7 M70 xDrive: Power consumption (kWh/100 km total): 23.7 – 20.8 WLTP.
BMW XM: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 1.9 – 1.5 WLTP; electricity consumption (kWh/100 km total): 33.6 – 32.5 WLTP. Total CO2 emissions (g/km): 43 – 35 WLTP.
BMW M2: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 9.3 – 9.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 209 – 205 WLTP.
BMW M3 CS: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 234 – 229 WLTP.
BMW M3 Sedan: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.1 – 10.0 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 231 – 227 WLTP.
BMW M4 Coupe: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.1 – 9.9 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 230 – 226 WLTP.
BMW M4 Competition Convertible (with M xDrive): Combined fuel consumption: 10.2 l/100 km (27.7 mpg imp) on WLTP cycle, combined CO2 emissions: 233 – 231 g/km on WLTP.
BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive: Total fuel consumption (l/100 km): 10.4 – 10.1 WLTP; CO2 emissions (g/km) total: 235 – 229 WLTP.