New BMW Concept XM: First Look (Up-Close Details)

In 1978, BMW debuted its first M model: the M1. It was also the first mid-engined car from the Bavarian manufacturer, sporting a inline-six engine with a robust (for the time) 274 horsepower (201 kilowatts) and 243 pound-feet (329 newton-meters) of torque. More than 40 years later, and BMW is debuting only its second standalone M model: the Concept XM. While the Concept XM and M1 are technically siblings, these two vehicles couldn’t be more different. The XM is a high-riding, V8-powered, plug-in–hybrid crossover with a jaw-dropping 750 hp (551 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) on tap. Better yet, this wild concept previews a production version destined to debut in 2022, likely for the 2023 model year. To read our story on the BMW Concept XM click here: Follow us on social media! Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: Sign up for our da