BMW ALPINA’s First Production Model Surpasses 300 km/h During High-Speed Testing In Italy

BMW ALPINA’s first production model has demonstrated its high-speed capabilities, with the camouflaged vehicle accelerating beyond 300 km/h (186 mph) during testing at the renowned Nardò test track in southern Italy.

According to BMW, the camouflaged sedan was put through its paces on the 12.6-kilometre high-speed circuit to demonstrate its performance capabilities and show how the promise of “Speed, not Sport” is brought to life.

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BMW ALPINA says that rather than focusing solely on achieving impressive top speeds, the brand wants its vehicles to deliver a natural, stable and confident driving experience, even when travelling at speeds exceeding 300 km/h (186 mph).

“Speed has always been baked into the ALPINA brand’s DNA. However, we are not just interested in top speed alone. What matters is how natural, stable and confident it feels to drive at that speed,” said Oliver Viellechner, Vice President of BMW ALPINA.

The upcoming model is powered by a V8 engine, featuring immediate yet refined power delivery, as well as a specially developed suspension setup and an aerodynamically optimised body designed to deliver stability and comfort at high speeds.

The new flagship sedan also features distinctive ALPINA design elements, including 20-spoke light-alloy wheels developed alongside specially matched tyres that incorporate an additional foam layer designed to improve precision and driving comfort.

At the rear, the sedan’s exhaust system features four oval tailpipes, another signature ALPINA styling element. BMW says the exhaust produces a rich, deep sound that reflects the vehicle’s powerful performance character.

Although BMW has not yet disclosed the model’s official name, full specifications or market launch date, the exclusive BMW Group brand said the high-speed test offers an early glimpse of what customers can expect from the first BMW ALPINA production model when it arrives in 2027.

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