The new BMW M3 CS Touring will soon launch in South Africa, boasting a peak power output of 405 kW. Here’s what this special-edition wagon will cost in Mzansi…
- New BMW M3 CS Touring set to hit South Africa soon
- Uprated twin-turbo 3.0-litre straight-6 makes 405 kW
- R805 503 premium over M3 Competition Touring
Deep-pocketed wagon lovers, rejoice. The special-edition BMW M3 CS Touring is scheduled to launch in South Africa soon, offering a whopping 405 kW and up to 1 510 litres of utility space. And we can confirm how much it will cost.
Yes, courtesy of our ever-resourceful vehicle-information friends over at duoporta.com, we know the M3 CS Touring will be priced at R3 024 009. That makes it R805 503 more expensive than the “standard” (for lack of a better term) M3 Competition Touring M xDrive.
Set to officially hit the market either late in 2025 or early in 2026, the M3 CS Touring – which was revealed in January 2025 – will likely be available in extremely limited numbers. According to our information, all SA-spec units will come “fully loaded”, leaving buyers to choose only the paint colour, wheel colour (black or gold) and brake-calliper colour.
As a reminder, the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre, straight-6 petrol engine in the M3 CS Touring has been uprated to produce 405 kW (an increase of 15 kW compared with the normal tune), while peak torque remains 650 Nm. Drive is delivered to all 4 wheels – there’s an “Active M Differential” at the rear axle, too – via an 8-speed automatic transmission.
According to the Munich-based automaker, the M3 CS Touring sees off the 0-100 kph sprint in 3.5 seconds (a tenth quicker than the M3 Competition Touring), while reaching 200 kph from standstill takes a claimed 11.7 seconds. The top speed of this special-edition derivative – which, of course, ships standard with the M Driver’s Package – is electronically limited to 300 kph.
BMW has made extensive use of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), with the bonnet, front splitter, front air intakes, side-mirror caps and rear diffuser all fashioned from this lightweight material. Inside, CFRP has been used on the M Carbon bucket seats, shift paddles, interior trim strips and centre console, helping this CS-badged derivative weigh in some 15 kg lighter than the M3 Competition Touring M xDrive. Of course, as a CS variant, this super-estate also boasts bespoke chassis tuning.
Expect SA-spec examples to ship standard with items like an M front-end strut brace, steering-wheel heating, a Harman Kardon audio system, BMW Live Cockpit Professional, comfort access, the aforementioned M Carbon bucket seats and plenty more.
What will the new BMW M3 CS Touring cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| BMW M3 Competition Touring M xDrive | R2 218 506 |
| BMW M3 CS Touring M xDrive | R3 024 009 |
The prices above include a 2-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the confirmed price for the new BMW M3 CS Touring in South Africa?
A: The BMW M3 CS Touring M xDrive will be priced at R3 024 009 in South Africa. This makes it R805 503 more expensive than the M3 Competition Touring M xDrive.
Q: What is the peak power output of the BMW M3 CS Touring’s engine?
A: The twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-6 petrol engine in the M3 CS Touring has been upgraded to produce a peak power output of 405 kW (an increase of 15 kW compared with the normal tune).
Q: When is the BMW M3 CS Touring expected to launch in the South African market?
A: The BMW M3 CS Touring is set to officially hit the South African market either late in 2025 or early in 2026. It will likely be available in extremely limited numbers.
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