[Jason]

BMW at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed



Two world debuts, including the world premiere of the new BMW X3

• New BMW M4 CS seen in the UK for the first time

• BMW’s Hypercar, the BMW M Hybrid V8, to storm up the hill

• The BMW Vision Neue Klasse, BMW Concept Skytop and one-of-a-kind BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA on display at the Stable Yard

• An array of historic racing cars from BMW Group Classic to participate in the Hillclimb including the iconic BMW V12 LMR

• The BMW R20 concept, BMW Motorrad’s bold mechanical masterpiece, to take to the hill

All eyes will be on BMW at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed to witness the world premiere of the new BMW X3, alongside another significant world debut from the BMW Group. Both cars will be unveiled at BMW’s Trackside stand from 10:30 am (BST) on Thursday 11 July.

Also seen for the first time in the UK will be the new and exclusive BMW M4 CS, which will be joined on the hill by the ground-breaking BMW XM Label. Festivalgoers will be able to see the spectacular BMW M Hybrid V8 and BMW R20 concept in action as well, whilst the Stable Yard will provide the perfect stage for BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse, the luxurious BMW Concept Skytop and the BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA with colour-change technology. The latest models from BMW M will be on display at Trackside, including the new BMW M135, the facelifted BMW M2 and BMW M3 Touring and - taking centre stage - the BMW M Hybrid V8 LMDh.

The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive will be unveiled to the world at Goodwood and is the fourth generation SAV, adding another chapter to the BMW X3 success story which began over 20 years ago. The range-topping model boasts greater sporting appeal, visual impact, and versatility than ever before and features the most powerful six-cylinder in-line petrol engine yet fitted in an M Performance model. The 3.0-litre M TwinPower Turbo unit links up with 48V mild hybrid technology. Its maximum output of 398 hp is channelled to the road via an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission and BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. The BMW X3 M50 xDrive powers to 62 mph from rest in 4.6 seconds.

Tackling the famous 1.16-mile course in the ‘First Glance’ category will be the new BMW M4 CS. Powered by a high-revving six-cylinder in-line 3.0-litre engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, the race-focussed BMW M4 CS has an increased engine output of 550 hp and features model-specific chassis tuning and lightweight design elements. Instantaneous power delivery and optimised traction enable acceleration of 0 to 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds.

Fresh from racing at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, the stunning BMW M Hybrid V8 will also take to the hill. The return of the BMW brand to the top category of Le Mans in the Hypercar class came exactly 25 years after the victory of the BMW V12 LMR in 1999. To acknowledge this historic moment BMW Group Classic will drive the iconic V12 up the hill. The team will also bring two additional famous racing cars to Goodwood’s Hillclimb - the BMW 318i touring car, driven by famed racing driver Johnny Cecotto, and the BMW2002 TIK, with HRH Leopold Prince of Bavaria at the wheel.

Festivalgoers will also be able to see a BMW M Hybrid V8 LMDh at Trackside, whilst visitors to the stand can learn more about the 20th BMW Art Car - the Hypercar designed by the internationally renowned artist Julie Mehretu - that played a very special role at this year’s Le Mans.

BMW will storm up the hill on two wheels as well. BMW Motorrad recently unveiled its latest design masterpiece, the BMW R20 concept, at Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este and will bring it to this year’s Festival. Presented as a piece of art and as the epitome of expressive and cool design, the BMW R20 concept showcases the legendary air-oil cooled Big Boxer engine at its centre. The R20 can be seen in the ‘First Glance and Road Bikes’ category, whilst a wonderful BMW R255/1 Compressor from BMW Group Classic will feature in ‘Batch 4’.

The Stable Yard – once again dedicated to BMW – will be transformed into a tranquil location showcasing luxury and technology: from the BMW Concept Skytop, an open top two-seater demonstrating truly unique and exotic design, to the BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA, a one-of-a-kind vehicle that combines colour-change technology developed by BMW with the artistic language of South African artist Esther Mahlangu. For many however, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse will form the focal point of the display - the Neue Klasse showcases the breadth of BMW’s future model line-up.

BMW’s latest range of luxury cars will also be on display in the Stable Yard including the BMW i7, the brand’s flagship saloon that has redefined the luxury segment with new levels of electrification and digitalisation. The recently launched BMW i5 Touring will take centre stage in this tranquil space, alongside two e-vehicles from BMW Motorrad – the BMW CE 02 and BMW CE 04 - that provide a breath of fresh air for urban electric mobility on two wheels.

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is being held over four days from 11-14 July 2024.

[Car-Addicted]

I wish BMW would stop showing me Estates they won't let me buy.

[Frosty]

This car looks fantastic with silver wheels.

[WagonMaverick]

Originally Posted by Frosty

This car looks fantastic with silver wheels.Attachment 3485601

Agree and was going to say same thing.. Classically aggressive

[duky]

Seems weird that they release the M5 on 6/26 but it won’t be at Goodwood…

[AlexFL]

The new X3 is absolutely gorgeous. Can’t wait to see the new X3M!

[DFW_M]

wtf is that in the 5th picture??? Elantra? Kia?

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by Frosty

This car looks fantastic with silver wheels.Attachment 3485601

I agree - great color combo. Transforms the look of the M2.

BMW is winning right now with the modern lineup it offers in spite of all the hate for the designs, especially against the traditional competitors in Audi and Merc

[eljay]

Love the M135i!
I wish it was sold here.
Merc has the luxury hatch market all to themselves here it seems.

[MPower10s]

make silver wheels great again

[Seba77W]

Man allot of great looking cars there. Have to make it out there one day.

Also agree with the posts about the silver wheels! Yesss!

[Tallest]

Man did scroll past the 1 series fast.

Nice lineup all around! Interesting to see photos of X3 in the wild. The race car is wild.

[///M TOWN]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

I agree - great color combo. Transforms the look of the M2.

BMW is winning right now with the modern lineup it offers in spite of all the hate for the designs, especially against the traditional competitors in Audi and Merc

I’m not sure why but to me silver wheels is so yesteryear

It looks very strange for some reason

[bartginger]

That red 5-series wagon is insane. I assume it won't be sold here, naturally.

[murderspice]

That skytop looks sexy.

[hufington]

BMW designs as of late lack a common design language and direction like they always had in the past decades. Instead of a progressive evolution of the existing lines of each model, the new designs feel like radical changes of almost all lines of each model and not in a good way.
The interior design of BMW was very unique since the 80s. Like in the 3, 5, and 7 series, each new model had similar designs with lovely changes to make the cockpit more functional and modern. But now, all BMWs share the same screen, which many other manufacturers use in their cars as well. So there is nothing that says this is a BMW when you look. The driver-centric layout of the cockpit and the buttons have all disappeared.
The kidney grilles grew enormously and now the future concepts have small kidneys again.
The designs of all models got boxy with sharp edges and angles. And now they are trying to make them softer and rounder like in the concept vehicles and the new X3 but it feels like an attempt to erase some lines and draw them slightly rounder. It feels experimental and does not feel cohesive for some reason.
The only two BMW models that I currently like are the X5 and the M2 but I am not sure what they are going to do with them next.

[Car-Addicted]

Originally Posted by bartginger

That red 5-series wagon is insane. I assume it won't be sold here, naturally.

You didn't get the memo? We are not worthy of good looking performance estates here in the US. Go buy your SUV and stop bitching! Now back to my bowl of Gruel.

[murderspice]

Originally Posted by hufington

… the new designs feel like radical changes of almost all lines of each model and *not in a good way*.

I currently like … the M2

…

[Jack@AUTOID]

You'll also see us there, we'll be a 3 minute walk from BMW. Showcasing our brand new kit for the G87...

[daddyjaxx]

Originally Posted by Jack@AUTOID

You'll also see us there, we'll be a 3 minute walk from BMW. Showcasing our brand new kit for the G87...

Well... since most of us aren't there, can you post some pictures?

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by hufington

BMW designs as of late lack a common design language and direction like they always had in the past decades. Instead of a progressive evolution of the existing lines of each model, the new designs feel like radical changes of almost all lines of each model and not in a good way.
The interior design of BMW was very unique since the 80s. Like in the 3, 5, and 7 series, each new model had similar designs with lovely changes to make the cockpit more functional and modern. But now, all BMWs share the same screen, which many other manufacturers use in their cars as well. So there is nothing that says this is a BMW when you look. The driver-centric layout of the cockpit and the buttons have all disappeared.
The kidney grilles grew enormously and now the future concepts have small kidneys again.
The designs of all models got boxy with sharp edges and angles. And now they are trying to make them softer and rounder like in the concept vehicles and the new X3 but it feels like an attempt to erase some lines and draw them slightly rounder. It feels experimental and does not feel cohesive for some reason.
The only two BMW models that I currently like are the X5 and the M2 but I am not sure what they are going to do with them next.

Yep, exactly the intent

https://sharpmagazine.com/2022/10/11...erview-design/

Dukec’s cars look so different because they offer different experiences, which is a major break from BMW’s tradition. For much of the last 40 years, contemporary BMWs have all been quite similar to each other. The 3, 5, and 7 Series sedans were like Russian nesting dolls — small, medium, large — different sizes of the same thing, but not anymore. Now they’re each becoming unique.

Some of Dukec’s cars speak to me personally, but others don’t at all, which, I think, is exactly what he intended. He’s not a populist; he wants to make a car that can tap into a customer’s weird, particular, individual psyche.

[murderspice]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Yep, exactly the intent

https://sharpmagazine.com/2022/10/11...erview-design/

Dukec’s cars look so different because they offer different experiences, which is a major break from BMW’s tradition. For much of the last 40 years, contemporary BMWs have all been quite similar to each other. The 3, 5, and 7 Series sedans were like Russian nesting dolls — small, medium, large — different sizes of the same thing, but not anymore. Now they’re each becoming unique.

Some of Dukec’s cars speak to me personally, but others don’t at all, which, I think, is exactly what he intended. He’s not a populist; he wants to make a car that can tap into a customer’s weird, particular, individual psyche.

Reading that interview, I think about what an absolute crock of shit it is. This man is single-handedly destroying the visual heritage of BMW. For shame.