BMW Reveals M350 xDrive With 437 hp and Software ‘Drift Moment’

Overview

• BMW has presented provisional technical figures for the M350 xDrive showing a 3.0‑liter turbo inline‑six with 48V mild‑hybrid boost rated at roughly 437 hp and 428 lb‑ft of torque with a 0–100 km/h time of about 4.1 seconds.
• Drift Moment is a software mode that routes engine output entirely to the rear wheels and BMW says the feature will arrive in 2027, including as an over‑the‑air Remote Software Upgrade for cars already delivered.
• The M350 uses xDrive with a multi‑plate clutch that can fully decouple the front axle and a single, centralized dynamics computer called Heart of Joy to coordinate torque distribution, DSC, brakes and the rear differential.
• Chassis and hardware are revised for the new generation with a wider track, a 90 mm longer wheelbase, Adaptive M Suspension, variable sport steering and an electronically controlled rear differential as standard on the M350.
• Final production details including curb weight, pricing and some performance confirmations remain pending as BMW continues on‑track validation and testing at Miramas, Arjeplog and the Nürburgring.