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BMW M3 Electric Loves To Throw Its Tail Out In New Spy Video

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BMW is developing its first-ever electric M3, codenamed ZA0, which is currently undergoing testing at the Nürburgring ahead of a planned 2027 launch.

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BMWBLOG » Models » BMW M3 BMW M3 The first BMW M3 without a gas engine is finally starting to shed its camouflage while also showing off its tail-happy behavior during a Nürburgring test. Adrian Padeanu September 24, 2026 The first-ever electric M3 is getting closer to production, and the latest Nürburgring footage reminds us that BMW isn't developing a four-motor monster just to make a quick EV. One camouflaged ZA0 prototype was caught sliding through the corners at the Green Hell, getting its tail out in a way that should reassure anyone worried that the first M3 without a combustion engine might be too clinical. The prototype is still wearing plenty of camouflage, but there's no hiding what it is. The heavily flared fenders, aggressive stance, and M-specific bodywork distinguish it from the regular i3. Once the disguise comes off, it'll look strikingly similar to the M Neue Klasse Concept. BMW will launch the production car in 2027 as the first true M in the electric era. The most interesting part of the latest sighting isn't another glimpse at the bodywork. It's what the car is doing with it. As the ZA0 works out at the 'Ring gym, the prototype can be seen getting its rear end loose through the corners. That shows BMW has gone to considerable lengths to make sure the electric M3 behaves like an M car rather than simply delivering obscene straight-line acceleration. An...

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    "excerpt": "BMWBLOG » Models » BMW M3 BMW M3 The first BMW M3 without a gas engine is finally starting to shed its camouflage while also showing off its tail-happy behavior during a Nürburgring test. Adrian Padeanu September 24, 2026 The first-ever electric M3 is getting closer to production, and the latest Nürburgring footage reminds us that BMW isn’t developing a four-motor monster just to make a quick EV. One camouflaged ZA0 prototype was caught sliding through the corners at the Green Hell, getting its tail out in a way that should reassure anyone worried that the first M3 without a combustion engine might be too clinical. The prototype is still wearing plenty of camouflage, but there’s no hiding what it is. The heavily flared fenders, aggressive stance, and M-specific bodywork distinguish it from the regular i3. Once the disguise comes off, it’ll look strikingly similar to the M Neue Klasse Concept . BMW will launch the production car in 2027 as the first true M in the electric era. The most interesting part of the latest sighting isn’t another glimpse at the bodywork. It’s what the car is doing with it. As the ZA0 works out at the ‘Ring gym, the prototype can be seen getting its rear end loose through the corners. That shows BMW has gone to considerable lengths to make sure the electric M3 behaves like an M car rather than simply delivering obscene straight-line acceleration. An...",
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