BMW has confirmed that the 2027 M3 CS will be offered with a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive only in the United States. This marks a departure from the all-wheel-drive M3 Competition xDrive models, catering to enthusiasts seeking a more traditional driving experience.
The M3 CS Handschalter (German for 'manual') is expected to feature a six-speed manual gearbox and a rear-wheel-drive layout, similar to the standard M3 but with CS-specific tuning. Power output is likely to exceed the standard M3's 473 horsepower, though official figures have not been released.
BMW has not announced pricing or production numbers, but the M3 CS is typically a limited-production model. The car is expected to arrive in US showrooms in late 2026 or early 2027.
