There is a lot to expect in the new BMW X3M and the BMW X4M. The highlights of the two are as follows: 503bhp, 479lb-ft of torque, and zero to 100km/h in 3.8 seconds. That’s 0.3 seconds faster than their predecessors. To be honest, that’s some ridiculous performance for a family SUV.

Both cars get new wheel styles, and new colours, such as Sao Paolo Yellow or Frozen Marina Bay blue. At the front, there’s a larger grille, and just hold on right there, they are not quite the huge grilles seen on the M3 and M4. LED headlights as come as standard, with laser lights optionally available. The rear now also similarly features full LED lights, plus larger exhaust pipes, while M Competition models feature a flashy body kit and 21-inch wheels as standard. Sporty much, right?

BMW has stated that the engines received an upgrade. The S58 3-liter straight-six engines under the hood now have the same specs and internals as the version used on the new M3 and M4. Think for a moment how impressive that is. This means it has a forged crankshaft along with a new oil pan among other things that will make it more reliable and durable.

The BMW X3M and the BMW X4M provide an exceptional level of driving dynamics potential. The standard adaptive M suspension with specific set-up and electronically controlled dampers ensures both a high level of day-to-day comfort and extremely direct road contact, with limited wheel and body movement

The standard X3 and X4, meanwhile, consist of the same three diesel variants, the 20d, 30d, and 40d, plus the 2.0-litre petrol 20i, plug-in hybrid 30e, and top-of-the-range, 335bhp M40i. All-wheel drive and an eight-speed gearbox come as standard across the entire line-up. One is definitely spoilt for choice.

Inside, there are new sports seats and upholstery, while on the tech front you get a customizable 12.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto integration, plus BMW’s latest navigation system.

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