BMW has set a new record for estate models on the Nurburgring with its new BMW M3 CS Touring.

The car lapped the famous German circuit wth a time of 7:29.490 minutes and follows the success of the BMW M2 CS which now holds the top spot in the compact category.

Franciscus van Meel, CEO of BMW M, said: "From the very beginning, it was clear that the BMW M3 CS Touring would set new standards in dynamics. With a time under 7:30 minutes, this model impressively demonstrates that this vehicle concept perfectly combines racing DNA with everyday usability."

The time of 7:29.490 minutes marks a new benchmark for the Touring in the mid-size category and is also the fastest ever recorded lap time for a Touring body style on the 13-mile-long track in the "Green Hell".

The previous fastest time for an estate, set by the BMW M3 Touring in 2022, was 7:35.060 minutes.

The BMW M3 CS Touring is powered by a 550 hp six-cylinder in-line engine which propels the vehicle from 0 to 62mph in 3.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 187.5mph.

BMW says the interior merges a performance-oriented sports car cockpit with digital technology, exclusive design features, and a versatile interior that expands storage capacity below the high-opening tailgate from 500 to 1,510 litres.

It is priced from £120,600 in the UK.

The vehicle features specially designed engine mounting and an M-specific exhaust system that delivers an emotionally charged driving sound.

Power is transmitted through an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission including Drivelogic and the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system, ensuring ultra-dynamic driving characteristics and supreme traction.

The chassis technology is precisely tuned, with settings for the DSC stability control and M Dynamic Mode optimized for high-performance track use.

The standard M Compound braking system gives powerful deceleration, while an optional M Carbon-ceramic brake system is available.