While details have yet to be confirmed, it's expected that the new electric M3 will use a quad-motor setup to provide BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive. Fabian Kirchbauer/BMW/dpaBMW has given a closer look at its new electric M3 as it celebrates the millionth example of its performance car rolling off the line.The new M3 will come as BMW's M department celebrates just over five decades of production for its landmark vehicle, with the milestone model rolling off the production line finished in a striking orange colour.The new electric M3 will be based on the latest i3, albeit with the usual 'M' upgrades. These are likely to include a full suspension rework, revised steering and a big increase in power. While details have yet to be confirmed, it's expected that the new electric M3 will use a quad-motor setup to provide BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive.The new model will be built at BMW's production facility in Munich. Peter Weber, director of BMW Group Plant Munich, said: "We are delighted that we will also be producing the first fully-electric BMW M3 here in Munich. BMW M has a special emotional significance for our associates here – so we are especially proud to be actively shaping the future of this icon."Though wrapped in camouflage using BMW M's colours, it's easy to see the design of the new electric M3. There are motorsport-inspired yellow headlights and heavily flared arches which will accommodate larger, wider wheels. Up front, there's a new interpretation of the BMW kidney grille design, which has already been applied to the production i3.It's expected that the new electric BMW M3 will be revealed next year with production starting shortly after.BMW's M department celebrates just over five decades of production for its landmark vehicle, with the milestone model rolling off the production line finished in a striking orange colour. BMW/dpa
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