BMW has announced plans to launch a fully electric version of the iconic M3 performance sedan later this year. Leading up to the launch, BMW has been teasing the public with short videos documenting the development of the car, along with interviews with engineers. The latest teaser video released on Wednesday showcased the progress of the engineering team with the dynamics of the electric M3 chassis. We were taken on a journey to Sweden, where BMW set up a private testing center in the town of Arjeplog, in the Arctic Circle. Towards the end of the video, we were placed inside the M3 cabin while watching some engineers perform acceleration tests. Here, for the first time, we heard the synthesized exhaust sound of the electric M3 pumped through speakers. From what we heard, the sound resembled a high-revving straight-six engine, which is not entirely surprising given BMW’s long history with its engine layout. The video abruptly cut off before we could hear more, so there is a possibility that the sound may change as the speed increases. There is also a possibility of fake gears, as found in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. BMW’s M division said last year that they would make electric cars with fake gears. And if you look closely, the driver is reaching for a paddle on the steering wheel before the video cuts off. Although an electric M3 may sound like blasphemy to some of its fans, adding fake gears may convince some people. The simulated eight-speed transmission operated by paddles in the Ioniq 5 N is the main reason why the media fell in love with this car. Meanwhile, other high-performance electric cars like the new Dodge Charger, which has a V-8 engine but does not use fake transmissions, do not meet the mark. Personally, I wouldn’t buy a high-performance electric car without fake gears. That’s the only thing that makes the driving experience worthwhile. We don’t have to wait long to find out more. BMW has released three of these videos since December, so there is likely to be more released before the car makes its official debut. Would you buy a BMW M electric car if it had fake gears? Let us know in the comments section.
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