- Two world premieres, including the debut of the new BMW X3
- The UK sees the new BMW M4 CS for the first time
- BMW’s Hypercar, the BMW M Hybrid V8, to ascend Goodwood Hill
- The BMW Vision Neue Klasse, Concept Skytop and unique i5 Flow NOSTOKANA showcased at Stable Yard
- A collection of historic racing cars from BMW Group Classic to participate in Hillclimb featuring the iconic V12 LMR
- The bold mechanical masterpiece, BMW R20 concept bike, to take on Goodwood Hill
All eyes will be on BMW at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed as they unveil two significant world debuts. The highly anticipated new BMW X3 will make its global premiere alongside another major reveal from the brand. Both vehicles will be introduced at 10:30 am (BST) on Thursday 11 July at their Trackside stand.
The festival also marks the UK debut of the exclusive new BMW M4 CS. This model will join other groundbreaking vehicles like the XM Label and showcase dynamic performances up Goodwood Hill. Attendees can witness action-packed displays by models such as the spectacular M Hybrid V8 and innovative R20 concept bike. Meanwhile, Stable Yard offers a serene setting for viewing luxury concepts like Vision Neue Klasse and Concept Skytop along with color-changing technology featured in i5 Flow NOSTOKANA.
The fourth-generation SAV – New X3 M50 xDrive – is set to impress with enhanced sporting appeal and versatility. Featuring a powerful six-cylinder engine paired with mild hybrid technology delivering 398 hp through an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission coupled with intelligent all-wheel drive system; it accelerates from zero-to-62 mph within just over four-and-a-half seconds.
In ‘First Glance’ category tackling famous course stands race-focused high-revving six-cylinder inline-engine powered by TwinPower Turbo Technology producing increased output reaching up-to550hp enabling acceleration speeds between zero-to-sixty-two miles per hour under three-and-a-half seconds – introducing newly launched performance-oriented variant known simply as ‘M4CS’!
Fresh off legendary Le Mans circuit comes stunningly designed hyper-car named aptly after its class designation “HybridV8” returning top-tier competition exactly quarter-century post-victory achieved back during nineteen-ninety-nine season via predecessor model dubbed affectionately among enthusiasts worldwide alike namely ‘V12LMR’. To commemorate this milestone anniversary occasion classic division brings forth additional notable entries including touring car driven famously throughout career spanning multiple decades none-other-than Johnny Cecotto himself piloting beloved318i while royalty represented majestically behind wheel2002TIK courtesy HRH Leopold Prince Bavaria.
Festivalgoers visiting trackside area gain opportunity learn more about twentieth iteration renowned art series collaboration involving internationally acclaimed artist Julie Mehretu whose creative vision transformed latest hyper-car into moving canvas celebrated extensively across globe particularly highlighted prominently recent participation prestigious endurance event held annually France better known simply24HoursLeMans.
On two wheels too! Recently unveiled design marvels include strikingly beautiful motorcycle christened appropriately enough‘R20Concept’ showcasing signature air-oil cooled Big Boxer engine centerpiece epitomizing expressive cool aesthetics admired universally amongst motorcycling community worldwide making grand appearance categorized fittingly under both First Glance Road Bikes sections respectively complemented further inclusion vintage gem originating directly archives themselves specifically rare example designated officially Compressor batch number four!
Stable yard transforms tranquil oasis dedicated exclusively towards exhibiting cutting-edge advancements seamlessly blending luxurious comfort technological innovation ranging open-top exotic designs exemplified perfectly through conceptualized skytop convertible uniquely tailored South African inspired artistic language embodied fully realized one-of-kind vehicle integrating revolutionary color changing capabilities developed collaboratively esteemed local talent Esther Mahlangu culminating ultimate focal point visionary future lineup encapsulated succinctly single phrase“NeueKlasse”.
Latest additions expanding ever-growing portfolio premium offerings displayed prominently encompassing flagship saloon redefining standards electrification digitalization aptly titled‘i7’alongside recently introduced versatile touring sibling identified accordingly‘i5Touring’accompanied equally impressive urban mobility solutions provided pair e-vehicles representing next generation sustainable transportation options available today namely CE02CE04respectively breathing fresh air city streets everywhere imaginable!
Goodwood Festival Speed scheduled span duration covering entirety period commencing eleventh concluding fourteenth July twenty-twenty-four inclusive dates mentioned above ensuring unforgettable experience awaits attendees fortunate enough partake festivities planned meticulously organizers involved bringing together best automotive industry offer single location unparalleled scale scope magnitude witnessed firsthand only once lifetime opportunity presented manner described hereinbefore detailed account events forthcoming celebration excellence engineering prowess synonymous name itself-BMW!