Few cars have sparked so much controversy over their brazen design than the new BMW M4 Coupe (and its M3 Sedan and 4-Series siblings), but with the dust finally settling on it, it’s time to see what it can do.
For this, MotorsportMagazine set it loose on a closed course with the sole purpose of filming its straight-line acceleration, not to its 155 mph (250 km/h) electronically limited top speed, or 180 mph (290 km/h) when fitted with the optional M Driver’s Pack, but to around 140 mph (225 km/h), as the straight probably wasn’t long enough.
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So, how much time did it need for that, under the sportiest driving mode and with the launch control function engaged? Not much at all, but that’s for you to find out by checking out the clip at the bottom of the page. In the meantime, we will refresh your memory by revisiting some of the manufacturer specs of the 2021 M4 Coupe Competition, which was the one demonstrated on film.
Powering the coupe is a 3.0-liter bi-turbo straight-six that develops 503 HP (510 PS / 375 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. It is coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission, with rev-matching downshift and manual mode, and all-wheel drive. This set-up allows the premium sports coupe hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 3.8 seconds, 0.3 seconds faster than the regular M4 Coupe, which uses the same engine, albeit with 473 HP (479 PS / 352 kW) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm).
US pricing for the M4 Coupe starts at $71,800, while the Competition variant costs $2,900 more.