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3D Design BMW M5

Japanese tuner 3D Design has announced a four-piece aerodynamic package for the G90 BMW M5, with pricing expected soon.

The complete package emphasizes the tuner’s signature understated styling approach while enhancing the M5’s already aggressive stance. All components of the aero package are made from carbon fiber.

The kit includes: a front spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser, and a trunk spoiler. It should be noted that all components except the trunk spoiler are compatible with the G99 M5 Turing, giving estate owners access to most of the styling upgrades.

In a market increasingly flooded with aggressive aero components, 3D Design continues to prioritize subtlety. “Many brands now produce carbon fiber aero parts, and there can be a tendency to be aggressive in order to express individuality,” the company explained. “3D Design always focuses on simple yet unique styling that doesn’t destroy the BMW design or spoil the sense of luxury.”

The tuner is confident that this package for the G90 M5 fully embodies that design philosophy, enhancing the sedan’s presence without compromising its factory proportions.

The weight savings, while modest for individual components, contribute to improved handling dynamics – which is especially important given the G90 M5’s considerable 2,445 kg curb weight.

In addition to the aerodynamic package, 3D Design is developing additional upgrades for the G90 BMW M5 sedan. The car shown in the images features 3D Design exhaust tips. The company is also finalizing a kit with new springs. The M5 prototype in the images is also approximately 20 mm lower than the factory-fitted spring test samples.

As with previous 3D Design offerings, select interior components will also be available for the G90 M5, although specific details have not yet been released.

All components in the aero package are constructed from dry-grade carbon fiber with a 2×2 weave pattern. The kit includes: a front lip spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser and a trunk spoiler. Notably, all components except the trunk spoiler are compatible with the G99 M5 Touring, allowing wagon owners to access most of the styling upgrades.

In a market increasingly flooded with aggressive aftermarket aero components, 3D Design continues to prioritize subtlety. “Many brands now produce carbon aero parts, and there may be a tendency for them to be aggressive in order to express individuality,” the company explained. “Among them, 3D Design always focuses on a simple yet unique style that does not ruin the BMW design or spoil the sense of luxury.” The tuner expressed confidence that this G90 M5 package fully embodies that design philosophy, enhancing the sedan’s presence without overwhelming its factory proportions.

3D Design’s choice of dry-grade carbon fiber represents a premium approach to aftermarket aero components. Unlike wet-layup carbon fiber—where resin is applied after the carbon fabric is laid into the mold—dry carbon (also called prepreg carbon) uses pre-impregnated fabric that’s cured under high pressure and temperature in an autoclave.This manufacturing process delivers several key advantages. Dry carbon components are significantly lighter than wet-layup alternatives due to a higher fiber-to-resin ratio, resulting in a stiffer, stronger final product. The autoclave curing process also produces more consistent part quality with fewer voids or imperfections in the carbon matrix.

The 2×2 twill weave pattern chosen by 3D Design provides an ideal balance between aesthetics and structural integrity. The tighter weave creates the classic checkerboard appearance that’s become synonymous with high-end carbon fiber, while maintaining excellent strength characteristics in multiple directions. This weave pattern is particularly well-suited to the complex curves and contours of the G90 M5’s body panels.

Beyond performance benefits, dry carbon’s superior finish quality means less post-production work is required to achieve the glass-like surface finish visible in 3D Design’s preview images. The weight savings, while modest across individual components, contribute to improved handling dynamics—particularly important given the G90 M5’s substantial 2,445 kg curb weight.

Beyond the aero package, 3D Design is developing complementary upgrades for the G90 BMW M5 sedan. The car shown in preview images features 3D Design exhaust tips—a direct replacement for the OEM tips that requires no special installation work while retaining the factory silencer.The company is also finalizing a lowering spring kit. The prototype M5 pictured sits approximately 20mm lower than stock on trial sample springs, improving the sedan’s stance without compromising usability.

At a time when many tuners prioritize flashy and aggressive looks, 3D Design remains true to its principles: discretion instead of ostentation. According to the company, the new kit was designed to enhance the character of the M5 without compromising its proportions – and it achieves this admirably. The lines remain clean, the overall impression is harmonious, yet sporty and striking.

And for those thinking, "Cool, but is there more?" – Yes, there is! The first images already show the new 3D Design exhausts. They replace the originals without you needing to modify the exhaust system. Easy installation, plug-and-play. 3D Design is also working on a lowering kit.

The M5 in the photos is approximately 20 mm lower, which gives it a sportier look without compromising daily usability. Carbon fiber interior parts should also arrive soon. Prices for the complete aerodynamic kit and individual components will be released soon, but it is certainly a premium option.

As with previous 3D Design offerings, select interior components will also be available for the G90 M5, though specific details have not yet been announced. Pricing for the complete aero package and individual components is expected to be released within the coming week.

by Autonews