BMW teases first M3 CS Touring

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BMW is about to take the performance of its M3 Touring station wagon sold overseas up a notch with the launch of a hardcore CS version.

The automaker took to social media on Jan. 28 to share photos of camouflaged prototypes for the new M3 CS Touring. These prototypes, based on the updated 2025 M3, have been testing in public view since at least last summer, including at Germany’s Nürburgring racetrack.

Since BMW is now teasing the high-performance wagon, its debut can’t be far off.

The U.S. received an M3 CS sedan as a limited-edition model for the 2024 model year, but don’t expect the wagon to make it here, as the regular M3 Touring remains off-limits for our market. BMW does offer the larger and more powerful M5 Touring here, however.

2024 BMW M3 CS

2024 BMW M3 CS

The CS treatment for the M3 brings the same 543-hp rating as the hardcore M4 CSL coupe, generated by a tuned version of the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 found in all M3 and M4 models. The performance increase over the 523-hp M3 Competition comes from extra boost pressure and tweaks to the engine’s electronic management. Like most other M3 models, power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The CS treatment also includes improved body rigidity through additional bracing, more powerful brakes (with optional carbon-ceramic rotors), and various weight-saving measures. Expect similar upgrades to carry over to the M3 CS Touring.

BMW is also testing prototypes for the next-generation M3, both with a gas engine and a new quad-motor electric powertrain. However, there is still significant development ahead, as the new M3 isn’t expected to arrive until around 2027.

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