While BMW is almost ready to introduce the all-new G20 incarnation of the 3-Series, which is currently in its advanced development stages, here are the best spy shots yet of the 2020 M3, which comes with the G80 internal code. The heavy camo on the car doesn’t manage to conceal the fat arches of the new model. And the shutterbugs also mentioned that the front of the prototype didn’t deliver any extra visual clues.
However, there are a few details that speak about the go-fast aura of this test car: the side skirts, the discreet trunk lid spoiler and, of course, the massive rear muffler, with its quadruple exhaust layout.
The M3 isn’t expected to shy away from the current twin-turbo 3.0-litre straight-six formula. Nevertheless, the rumour mill talks about the new engine receiving at least a pair of tech innovations like electrically spooled turbos, along with a water injection systems, such as the one present on the M4 GTS. A mild-hybrid system is also possible. The newcomer should deliver at least as much power as the current GTS, meaning that the driver will get to control 500 hp.
The M3 is expected to follow the path of the M5, thus leaving the dual-clutch tranny behind in favour of an automatic. Purists also hope that the rear-wheel-drive M3 will also be offered in three-pedal trim. With BMW set to introduce the G20 M3 next year, we’re expecting to meet the new M3 a year after that, probably as a 2020 model.
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