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BMW unveils the M3 CS Touring, blending racing DNA with everyday usability.

The 550-hp engine and M xDrive deliver 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds.

The carbon fiber components reduce weight, enhancing agility and performance.

Exclusive design includes gold wheels, black roof, and red accents.

The M Steptronic transmission and adaptive suspension optimize track and road performance.

The M Carbon bucket seats and Alcantara steering wheel create a race-inspired interior.

M Drive Professional offers track tools like Drift Analyzer and Lap Timer.

The special exhaust system delivers an aggressive, race-inspired sound.

Standard tech includes BMW Curved Display, Head-Up Display, and Harman Kardon audio.

The limited edition M3 CS Touring, launching at Bathurst 12 Hour, deliveries begin March 2025.

While not traditional rivals, there is one area where the BMW M4 CS and the latest Porsche 911 Carrera are comprable. Price.

At $120,100, the Porsche 992.2 Carrera can save you over $3,500 compared to the BMW M4 CS, but...

You are getting an entry-level 911 vs a range-topping, limited-edition M4

The rear-engine layout allows any 911 to take off like no other car

However, there is a 154-horsepower difference in favor of the M4 CS, which is also AWD

At the push of a button, the M4 CS can switch to rear-wheel-drive

Whereas the 992.2 Carrera is rear-wheel-drive-only as we no longer have a Carrera 4 model on the base trim

The 911 Carrera can also be had as a convertible while the BMW M4 CS is coupe-only

The 911's 3.0-liter flat-6 "only" makes 388 horsepower and 332 pound-feet, but the car weighs 595 pounds less than the M4 CS

Porsche's comprehensive configurator is rich on optional equipment, even for the base 911 Carrera

But in the range-topping BMW M4 CS, you get a lot of standard equipment

The BMW M4 CS's FR layout makes it the more practical sports car and even the rear seats are usable

Despite digitalization, the 911 interior is just as classically correct as the exterior, but it does feature a smaller infotainment screen compared to the BMW

The BMW M4 CS packs near-supercar levels of performance and could be a future classic

But the 911 has always been a classic, and the only choice for a Porsche enthusiast

Swipe up to learn more about how these two German cars trade punches

The Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid and the BMW X6 M60i are both excellent performance-oriented Coupe SUVs

The Cayenne S E-Hybrid sits above the standard E-Hybrid model, and it starts from $110,400

As for the BMW X6 M60i, it's $16,100 cheaper, starting at $94,300

The 2025 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid features Matrix LED headlights, 20-inch wheels, soft close doors, and more on the outside as standard

On the other hand, the BMW X6 M60i boasts LED headlights, 20-inch alloys, and a panoramic sunroof as standard

On the inside, The Cayenne features an all-leather upholstery, along with a curved 12.6-inch instrument console and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display

The X6 M60i offers leatherette upholstery as standard, with a giant curved panel on the dash, featuring a 12.3-inch driver's display and a 14.9-inch infotainment display

When it comes to drivability, the Cayenne S E-Hybrid should feel softer, thanks to the adaptive air suspension

Side-by-side, the BMW X6 M60i should feel more dynamic, courtesy to its adaptive dampers, rear limited slip-diff, and standard rear axle steering

In terms of performance, the Cayenne S E-Hybrid features a 3.0-liter turbo V6 and an e-motor, which produces a combined 512 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque

The BMW X6 M60i sports a good ol' 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with a mild hybrid system, making 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque

Both the Porsche and the BMW drive all four wheels via an 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox

Does the Porsche justify the premium over the BMW?

Swipe up to find out.

Both the 2025 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and the 2025 BMW M5 are plug-in hybrid performance sedans

As the range-topping Panamera, the Turbo S E-Hybrid features HD Matrix LED headlights, 21-inch center-locking wheels, and soft-close doors by default

The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid also benefits from carbon ceramic brakes, rear-axle steering and torque vectoring as standard

The all-new G90 M5 isn't lagging behind in features. It boasts adaptive LED headlights, illuminated kidney grille, flared fenders, and up to 21-inch wheels

For the chassis, the new G90 M5 features adaptive suspension, rear-axle steering, and an electronic limited-slip differential at the rear

Inside the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, there's standard leather upholstery, digital displays on the dash, 18-way power-adjustable front seats with heating functions for both the rows

Inside the G90 M5, you'd find standard Merino leather upholstery, a curved display spanning the dash, a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, 4-zone AC, and an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system

Powertrain wise, the 2025 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid sports a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and an e-motor. Together the system cranks 771 hp and 737 lb-ft of torque

The V8 drives all four wheels via an 8-speed PDK automatic gearbox

Under the hood of the new M5 lies a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 and an e-motor. The hybrid powertrain pushes out 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque

Like the Panamera, the M5 features all-wheel drive, but the gearbox is an 8-speed torque converter automatic

The 2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid starts at $226,500

The 2025 BMW M5 starts at $119,500, more than $100,000 cheaper than the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid

Swipe up to read more about these high-performance hybrid sedans

The 718 Cayman is the most affordable Porsche sports car you can buy brand new, but how does it compare to the BMW M2?

The new BMW M2 is the entry level coupe of the full-fat M cars

The 718 Cayman looks like a typical Porsche sports car

The M2 brings a controversial design with more boxier appeal than the model it replaces

The 718 Cayman features smaller 18-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, and sports exhaust at the rear

The BMW M2 gets 19-inch front and 20-inch rear alloy wheels, full-LED lights, and quad-exhaust tips at the rear

Inside, the 718 Cayman starts to show its age. But most importantly, majority of the interior is made of plastic

Comparatively, the BMW M2 feels more luxurious, thanks to the standard leather upholstery, and those massive curved displays on the dashboard

As for performance, the 718 Cayman gets a 2.0-liter turbo flat-four which is good for 300 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque

It drives the rear wheels via a 7-speed PDK gearbox by default

THE BMW M2 is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight-six which cranks 453 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque

It drives the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox

Swipe up to know which sports car offers more bang for the buck!

When it comes to attainable German convertibles, you currently only have two choices

The 718 Boxster starts at $74,900, making it the most affordable Porsche sports car

However, there is another German Roadster that might offer a bigger bang for the buck

The BMW Z4 M40 Roadster costs similar money to the entry-level 718 Boxster

The base-model 718 Boxster offers a 2.0-liter flat-four engine producing 296 hp and 280 lb-ft

The BMW Z4 M40i packs one of the most tuner-friendly inline-six engines - the B58

It packs 382 hp and 369 lb-ft, but apparently, these numbers are underreported

The six-cylinder Z4 M40i also starts at $66,450

Porsche's 718 retaliates by being over 500 pounds lighter and more agile than the Z4

However, the base Porsche Boxster cannot be had with a manual

The 718's PDK transmission is one of the best DCT automatics in the business, and contributes to a 4.5-second 0-60 mph time

The ZF 8-speed in the Z4 is one of the best traditional automatics, but you can also opt for a 6-speed manual

Swipe up to read more about how these German convertibles compare.

The 2025 BMW M5 debuts with a new 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 and an electric motor. Together, the setup produces 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque

Surely, the power figures are pretty impressive, but the 2025 BMW M5 weighs 5,390 pounds, which is about a 1,000-pound more than the previous M5 Competition

For some context, the 2025 BMW M5 is even heavier than the Tesla Model X Plaid which weighs 5,248 lbs!

The new M5 is even heavier than the Ford F150 XL, which weighs 5,122 lbs

The increase in curb weight is mainly due to the addition of the 14.8 kWh battery pack, the e-motor, all the wiring and other components

For the first time, the M5 can be driven around town without firing the gas engine for about 25 miles!

However the increase in efficiency and increased hybrid power could cost the M5 a more dull driving dynamics.

It can hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds but is two-tenths of a second slower than the previous M5 Competition

The 2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid is a strong M5 competitor and is also heavy, but not as much as the Bemmer at 5,302 pounds

Similar to the M5, the Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid features a twin-turbo V8 with an e-motor, but the V8 is slightly compact at 4.0 liters.

With a total combined output of 670 hp and 686 lb-ft of torque, the electrified Panamera Turbo can sprint to 60 mph in 3 seconds

Weighing 88 fewer pounds than the 2025 BMW M5, the Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid packs a larger 21.8 kWh battery

The battery pack offers about 30 miles of electric-only driving, which is better than the M5.

Porsche has managed to insert a bigger battery yet keep the curb weight under check

T learn more about the reasons behind the 2025 BMW M5's mass gain, swipe up.

For 2024, range-topping Porsche Panamera Turbo put on a few extra pounds - now 5,302 - but it won't stop there

We are yet to see the range-topping Panamera Turbo 'S' E Hybrid make an appearance, which is expected to be even heavier

VAG has a history with heavyweights. The Bentley Continental GT tips the scales at 5,423 pounds

The 2024 Panamera Turbo E Hybrid packs almost as much power as the old Turbo S E Hybrid and more torque

670 hp and 685 lb-ft are enough for a 3.0-second 0-60 mph spring, but Porsche often downplays its performance figures

Porsche's innovative active suspension masks the Panamera's massive weight quite well

The 2024 Porsche Panamera Turbo E Hybrid has up to 58 miles of electric range

Some of the lesser V-6 Hybrid variants of the Panamera can provide up to 55 miles of electric range

The electric motor in the 2024 Panamera Turbo E Hybrid provides 187 hp instead of 134 in the old one

For 2024, the Panamera Turbo E Hybrid gets a bigger battery - 25.9 kWh versus 17.9 on the old Panamera

This suggests that the upcoming Panamera Turbo S E Hybrid might be even heavier. We'll have to wait and see if this is true.

2023 BMW X7 M60i front view

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