BMW M4

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BMW M4

Overview
Manufacturer BMW M GmbH
Production 16 February 2014–present
Assembly Germany: Regensburg
Body and chassis
Class Compact executive car (D)
 2-door coupe
Body style  2-door convertible

Layout Front-engine rear-wheel-drive

Chronology
Predecessor BMW E92/E93 M3

The BMW M4 is a high-performance version of the BMW 4 Series automobile developed by

BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH.

Part of the renumbering that splits the 3 Series coupé and convertible models from the 4
Series (to further differentiate it from the 3 Series), the M4 replaced the M3 coupé and
convertible models. Upgrades over the standard BMW 4-Series include: a powerful and
responsive, twin turbocharged engine; improved handling, suspension, and braking systems;
aerodynamic body enhancements; interior/exterior accents with the tri-colour "M"
(Motorsport) badging; reduced weight compared to the standard 4 Series and its predecessor
with an all-new stiffer chassis and extensive use of carbon fibre, especially on the roof of the
car.

Contents
 1 F82/F83 generation (2014–present)
 o 1.1 Competition Package
o 1.2 M4 GTS
o 1.3 M4 DTM Champion Edition
o 1.4 M4 CS
 2 Motorsport
 3 References
 4 External links

F82/F83 generation (2014–present)

F82/F83

BMW M4 Convertbile
Overview
Production 2014–present
Florian Nissl
Designer
Christopher Weil
Body and chassis
2-door coupé (F82)
Body style 2-door retractable hard-top convertible
(F83)
 BMW M3 (F80)
Related  BMW 4 Series

Powertrain
Engine 3.0 L S55B30T0 twin-turbocharged I6
 6-speed manual
Transmission  7-speed M-DCT dual-clutch

Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,812 mm (110.7 in)
Length 4,671 mm (183.9 in)
Width 1,870 mm (74 in)
Height 1,383 mm (54.4 in)
1,617 kg (3,565 lb) (Manual)[1]
Curb weight
1,642 kg (3,620 lb) (DCT)
Chronology
 Predecessor BMW E92/E93 M3

On September 25, 2013, BMW released the technical specifications of the M4. It is powered
by the S55B30 engine, which is developed and engineered by BMW M GmbH. This 3.0-litre
inline-6 engine has been built specifically for the new M4/M3, having a redline of 7,600 rpm
with the rev limiter coming in at 7,300 rpm. The engine uses two mono-scroll turbochargers
with a peak boost pressure of 18.1 psi (1.2 bar). The power is rated at 317 kW (431 PS;
425 hp), however this is achieved not at a specific engine speed, but is instead rated
throughout the range of 5,500–7,300 rpm. The engine's torque is rated at 550 N⋅m (406 lbf⋅ft)
throughout the range of 1,850–5,500. Two transmission choices are available, those being the
6-speed manual and 7-speed M-DCT transmissions. The 7-speed M-DCT transmission
accelerates the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds). With the 6-speed manual
transmission, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds.[2] The weight of
the M4 equipped with a manual transmission is 1,572 kg (3,466 lb) and with the M-DCT
dual-clutch transmission, the car is some 40 kg (88 lb) heavier, losing some 80 kg (176 lb) as
compared to the E92 M3.[3]

As per its E92 predecessor, the roof of the coupe model is constructed from carbon fibre
(except if the optional sunroof is fitted).[4] Carbon fibre is also used for the bootlid and engine
brace.[5] For the first time in a M3/M4 model, an electric power steering unit is used.[6] The
steering system is specifically tuned for both the M3 and M4, however it has been criticised
for lacking in feel.[7] The 18 inches (460 mm) and 19 inches (480 mm) wheel options are
available with lightweight forged alloy wheels being standard. The M compound brakes come
standard (with blue brake calipers), while carbon ceramic brakes (with gold brake calipers)
are available as an option.

The M4 features Active Sound. A live amplification of the engine's natural sound inducted
into the passenger cabin via speakers in the car. BMW says this technology has been used so
that the well insulated cabin can reduce road/wind noise but still provide the driver with the
sporty sound of the M powered engine. There are no artificial sound or any pre-recorded track
in the system. This system was first implemented in the M5 (F10).

The M4 is based on the F32 4 Series[8] however 50 percent of its components are unique as
compared to the 4 Series.[9]

The convertible variant of the M4 was announced along with its coupe sibling, also internally
known as F82 or F83 M4. It shares almost everything with the coupé version, but weighs
more due to its folding metal roof.[10] The convertible weighs 1,750 kg (3,858 lb) (manual),
1,691 kg (3,728 lb) (M-DCT). The three-piece retractable hardtop folds in 20 seconds.[11] The
only significant difference between the two is the weight due to its retractable hardtop. As
with any convertible car, the driver will experience its stiff ride due to added rigidity.[12] Like
its hardtop counterpart, the F83 M4 uses carbon fibre reinforced plastic to lighten and stiffen
the car.

Because of its extra weight it accelerates slower, taking it 0.3 seconds longer to 100 km/h
(62 mph); 4.6 seconds with the manual and 4.3 seconds with the M-DCT transmission. The
dynamic differences between the two variants are marginally small.[13][14]
Starting from the 2019 model year cars (production from 07/2018 onward) BMW removed
the carbon fibre driveshaft so as to be able to fit an Otto Particulate Filter (OPF), nessisary to
comply with WLTP emissions regulations.[15]

Convertible (F83)

Coupé (F82)

The S55B30T0 Inline-6 engine

Interior

Competition Package

During February 2016, BMW announced the M3/M4 Competition Package. With this
package, the M4 boasts 331 kW (450 PS; 444 hp)[16] and a revised suspension for better
handling. New springs, dampers and anti-roll bars complement the included Adaptive M
Suspension. BMW also re-tuned the electronic differential and the Dynamic Stability Control
to match the upgraded hardware. The interior remains largely unchanged, but Competition
Package cars get new lightweight sport seats along with the M-striped woven seat belts. The
exterior include the M Sport exhaust with black chrome tailpipes and high gloss Shadow Line
exterior trim. Gloss black trim are added to the kidney grille, side gills, and model badge on
the trunk.[17]

With the competition package the Coupe version accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h
(62 mph) in 4.0 seconds, while the convertible version does the run in 4.2 seconds, both using
the dual clutch transmission.[17]
M4 GTS

BMW M4 GTS

BMW introduced the M4 GTS concept in August 2015 at the Pebble Beach Concours
d'Elegance.[18] In 2016, BMW introduced the production version of the car which was a track-
focused version of the standard M4 coupé itself with a limited production run of 700 units. It
is powered by the same 2,979 cc (3.0 L; 181.8 cu in) twin-turbocharged straight-six engine as
in the normal M4, but the power output has been raised to 368 kW (500 PS; 493 hp) at 6,250
rpm and 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm[19] largely due to a nozzle water injection
system that is the first to be used on a production automobile in almost twenty years. In
addition to the increased engine power, the M4 GTS is 27 kg (60 lb) lighter than the standard
M4 Coupé with the DCT transmission, so the weight now stands at 1,585 kg (3,494 lb). The 0
to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time is reduced to 3.8 seconds, while the top speed stands
at 305 km/h (190 mph). The M4 GTS has, according to BMW, lapped the infamous
Nürburgring Nordschleife track in 7 minutes and 28 seconds, 24 seconds faster than the base
M4 and 20 seconds faster than the M3 GTS. This equates to the same time as a Porsche
Carrera GT.[20]

M4 DTM Champion Edition

The BMW M4 was first launched in 2014 as the DTM Champion Edition, following the
victory of Marco Wittmann in the 2014 DTM season. The model is based on Wittmann's 2014
M4 DTM in color. The 2014 Champion Edition is limited to 23 units, Wittmann's race
number.[21]

After winning the 2016 season, BMW once again released a DTM Champion Edition of the
M4. The M4 DTM Champion Edition uses the engine from the M4 GTS with 368 kW
(500 PS; 493 hp) 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) and water injection. All performance data are identical
to those of the GTS. It is limited to 200 units and is only available in white in keeping with
the DTM car.[22] The biggest visual difference to the GTS lies in the smaller spoiler, as well as
the omission of the orange design elements.[23]

M4 CS
In early 2017, BMW announced M4 CS in limited run of 3,000 units globally. The M4 CS sits
between the M4 Competition Package and the M4 GTS. The M4 CS utilises the same engine
as the standard M4 which generates 338 kW (460 PS; 453 hp) and 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) of
torque.[24]

BMW M4 CS

Motorsport
Main article: BMW M4 DTM

The BMW M4 DTM competes in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters since 2014. Marco
Wittmann won the 2014 and 2016 championships.

The M4 GT4, aimed at amateur drivers, debuted at the 2017 24 Hours of Nürburgring. It
features a 3.0 L turbocharged straight-six engine rated at 317 kW (431 PS; 425 hp), and a 7-
speed dual clutch transmission.[25]

M4 DTM of Timo Glock competing at Hockenheim in 2016

M4 GT4
References
1.

 "The new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe". press.bmwgroup.com. 12 December
2013. p. 11. Retrieved 13 February 2017.
  "A closer look at the 2015 BMW M3 sedan and M4 coupe: Twinturbocharged
performance is gonna cost you". Autoweek. 2014-01-14. Retrieved 2017-01-07.
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25.  GT4 racer is the hardest BMW M4 yet - Stephen Dobie, Top Gear, 25 May 2017

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