BMW's persistence in using rear-wheel drive (RWD) is primarily based on its brand's core pursuit of driving handling and dynamic performance. The rear-wheel drive layout allows the front wheels to focus on steering and the rear wheels to be responsible for driving, making the vehicle more agile in response and more precise in steering in corners, which is especially suitable for models that emphasize sports performance. This design can also achieve a front-to-rear axle weight distribution close to 50:50, improving stability at high speeds while enhancing rear-wheel grip during acceleration, resulting in more direct power feedback. In addition, the rear-wheel drive platform is more convenient for adapting to high-performance engines and four-wheel drive systems (such as xDrive) to meet the needs of different models. for brand tradition, rear-wheel drive has always been an identifier that distinguishes BMW from mainstream front-wheel drive models, and it is highly consistent with its positioning as the "Ultimate Driving Machine."
