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BMW's improved M4 Competition Coupe carries an illustrious badge but that doesn't appear too big a burden for this 530hp powerhouse. Jonathan Crouch reports.

Ten Second Review

This second generation BMW M4 Competition is one of the last combustion engine BMW M models of its kind, so it'd better be good. This updated version of the G82 model, which we look at here in Coupe form, ups the ante in a number of regards. It's quicker, more responsive and a little better looking than the original and offers more equipment. AWD is now mandatory and as usual with an M4, one thing's guaranteed: a proper driving experience.

Background

If you're seriously interested in this model, then you'll probably be well aware that its heritage lies in an unbroken line of M3 coupe models dating all the way back to 1985. The M4 badge dates back to 2014 when BMW separated out the coupe versions of its 3 Series model with a '4 Series' designation. That first M4, the 'F82'-series design, swapped the previous 'E90' M3 Coupe's thirsty high-revving 4.0-litre V8 for a 3.0-litre twin turbo straight six, a format that continues on here though, inevitably, with a little more power. In 'G82'-series form, the M4 (only offered in our market in this top 'Competition'-spec form) has evolved from hairy-chested racer to cultured street supercar. It's a matured, though still magnificent prospect. Does that make it fit to wear this famous badge? One that evokes a rich history of competition, tyre smoke and unremitting motorsport development. Let's find out.

Driving Experience

There are a few engineering headlines with this revised G82 model. First, you can no longer have it in rear-driven form - but most customers want the xDrive version anyway. Second, BMW's S58-era twin turbo 3.0-litre straight six gains 20bhp - up to 530hp. That's for the M4 Competition variant, which as before is the only M4 variant our market will get. Peak power is now delivered at higher revs - 6,250rpm, rather than 5,600rpm. Torque is still rated at a prodigious 650Nm, but is held for an extra 230rpm. The performance figures look little different, with 62mph from rest taking 3.5s en route to a limited top speed of 155mph (mainly to give BMW an opportunity to sell an optional 'Drivers Package' which lifts it to 180mph in combination with Z-rated tyres). The UK still doesn't get the manual gearbox option you can have in Europe. So as before, the M4 Competition has to be had with a paddleshift 8-speed torque converter automatic with M Drivelogic software. The standard AWD system certainly makes this BMW more seasonably usable; it offers three driving modes - '4WD', '4WD Sport' and (with the Dynamic Stability Control system disabled) '2WD', in which form most of the torque goes to the rear. Three characteristic maps are available via the M Setup menu for individual adjustments of the Adaptive M suspension, which comes as standard. Further components of the suspension technology include M Servotronic steering and the integrated braking system, which is utilised in conjunction both with the standard M compound brakes and the optional M carbon-ceramic brakes.

Design and Build

There aren't too many visual changes to the updated version of this G82-series M4. The headlights and tail lamps have been tweaked, the latter using the same 'glassfibre bundle' technology that first featured on the M4 CSL. As before, the car is offered in both Coupe and Convertible forms, both of which as before feature a large vertical grille featuring seven double horizontal louvres and a front number plate mounting point. This appendage differs from that on an ordinary 4 Series by being two separate elements, rather than a single frame design. The classy carbon fibre-reinforced plastic roof has two lengthwise 'rails' that optimise airflow back to the boot-mounted spoiler and the multi-channel rear diffuser, which incorporates a pair of chrome tailpipes on either side. Inside, the cabin screens (14.9-inches for the infotainment and 12.3-inches for the instruments) look the same but have software updated from version 8.0 to 8.5, which means extra features and enhanced voice control for the climate functions. As before, you get figure-hugging M Sport seats which can be cooled. And there are M-specific graphics for the big head-up display. If you're wanting this M4 Competition, then rear seat space is possibly not very important to you because otherwise you'd probably have chosen the alternative M3 saloon version of this car. Getting into the back isn't the easiest task in the world, but once you're inside, you'll find a slightly strange combination of surprisingly decent legroom but slightly compromised headroom. Still, assuming they're not sat behind a couple of basketball players, most adults will be fine back here on all but the longest trips, aided by the 41mm increase in wheelbase enjoyed by this 'G82'-era design. Out back, there's a 440 litre boot.

Market and Model

The M4 Competition xDrive retails at around £84,000 in Coupe form, which is fractionally cheaper than its four-door M3 stablemate. The car can also be had in Convertible form for around £88,000. An eighty five grand budget might seem quite a whack for a fast BMW 4 Series and some will ask whether this M4 is really worth all the extra over the quite extravagantly talented M440i xDrive model. Of course, you get a lot for the asking figure, particularly inside where signature M details include red accents for the M buttons on the M leather steering wheel and the start/stop button on the centre console. The selector lever with-Drivelogic switch is leather surfaced with an embedded M logo and stitching in M colours. An anthracite-coloured BMW Individual headliner and interior trim strips in Carbon Fibre High-gloss are standard. Fine-grain Merino black leather trim is standard as are M sport seats, which are electrically adjustable and heated. These seats have pronounced side bolsters, integrated head restraints and an illuminated model badge. A highlight of the options list are the M Carbon bucket seats for the driver and front passenger, which include CFRP in their construction and save 9.6kg over the standard M sport seats. These can be specified on their own or within the M Carbon Package.

Cost of Ownership

BMW has made great strides in improving the M4's economy and emissions and to put those figures into perspective, let's wind the clock back a bit to the E46 generation six-cylinder M3. That car, which was only retired in 2006, emitted 287g/km and managed a combined fuel economy figure of 23.7mpg; this from an engine that developed 340hp. This current G82 generation M4 Coupe xDrive develops a massive 530hp yet can see 28.2mpg and 226g/km (the same as the M3 version). The figures for the xDrive Convertible variant are 27.7mpg and up to 231g/km. The M4 Competition's BiK Benefit in Kind taxation rate is a lofty 37%. Insurance is as expensive as you'd expect from a car with that sort of potency under the bonnet, so younger drivers ought to ensure they can get halfway sensibly priced cover first. Residual values should hold up well too. This isn't a tired old platform that's being rolled out for one last hurrah. Used demand for this generation M4 should prove very healthy indeed. On to the warranty package. BMW's warranty only lasts for three years but it includes an Emergency breakdown service and at least it isn't mileage limited - unlike the comparable package you'd get as standard with a rival Audi. You can of course extent the warranty with either monthly or annual payments. There's a three year paintwork warranty and the usual 12 year anti-corrosion warranty.

Summary

There's not actually a lot of commonality between early M3 coupe models and this modern day M4 interpretation of the same street racing formula. The focus has changed from a raw, track-tamed screamer to something a lot more measured. Don't get me wrong; the M4 is still hugely thrilling - even if you invoke just 50 per cent of its capability. Its agenda though, changed in this G82 form and has further evolved with this update. If you were one of those who had a poster of an E30 M3 on your bedroom wall back in the Eighties, then the mature adult in you would probably find that car too wearing now. Instead, you'd want something like this. That's where the M4 is so clever. It's taken its customers with it, understanding that people spending this sort of money on a sports coupe don't necessarily want something that'll bite back, give them the shakes and necessitate a trip to the chiropractors. Are there drawbacks? Well, steering and throttle response aren't quite as sharp as they were in the old F82-era M4. Nor is the engine note quite as memorable. Many will feel though, that these are small prices to pay for the much bigger benefits offered elsewhere. And the fact that this still remains the most exciting and involving car of its kind. Even its closest rival, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 S 4MATIC+, can't come close to this M4's agility and driver feedback. So yes, if this is progress, I'll take it. I'd better start saving.

Body Glass
Rain sensor
Heated washer jets
Acoustic laminated side glass
Front electric windows with open and close fingertip control, anti trap facility and comfort closing
Brakes
Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
Cornering brake control (CBC)
Dynamic brake control
Electromechanical parking brake
Dynamic Traction Control - DTC
Hill start assist
Brake energy regeneration
Brake fade compensation
Dynamic stability control + (DSC+)
Dry braking
Compound structure brake discs
Electronic differential lock control (EDLC)
Carpets/Rugs
Floor mats in velour
Chassis/Suspension
M Drive Professional including track mode, laptimer, traction control & Drift analyser
M Adaptive suspension
Double joint spring strut front axle
Driver Aids
Park distance control
Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic
Speed limiter
Variable sport steering
Cruise control with braking function
Active Guard
M drive buttons
Driver Convenience
Automatic start/stop system
Pull away assistant
Start/stop button in red
Driver Information
On board computer
Lights on warning
Service interval indicator
Oil temperature gauge
Door/boot open warning light
On board diagnostics
Outside temperature display
Run flat indicator
Brake pad wear indicator warning light
BMW Teleservices
Smartphone integration
Optimum shift indicator
BMW legal emergency call
Condition based service
Oil sensor for level and grade, warning by check control system
BMW ConnectedDrive online services
Language version English
Shifting point display
BMW Live Cockpit Pro with Head up display including 12.3" instrument display and 14.9" high resolution control display with navigation function
Driving Mirrors
Electric folding door mirrors
Auto dimming driver's door mirror
Door mirror integrated indicators
Electric adjustable heated door mirrors
Mirror glass aspheric on driver's side, convex on passenger side
Automatic parking function on front passenger's exterior mirror
Electrochromic interior rear view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function
Electrochromic exterior driver side mirror
Embellishment Trims
Galvanic embellisher for controls
Engine
Safety battery terminal clamp
Entertainment
Auxiliary point for auxiliary devices
Personal eSim
Harman kardon surround sound audio system
DAB radio with bluetooth music capability
Exterior Body Features
Body colour bumpers
Rear reflectors
Shark fin roof aerial
Black model designation badges
Visible VIN plate
Front and rear bumper system
Black chrome exhaust tailpipes
Carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof
M designation
BMW high gloss shadow line with extended contents
Rear boot
High gloss black lower bumper edges, side sills and diffuser edge binding
Entry sills with aluminium inserts and model badge
Front door sill strips in aluminium inlays with M4 inscription
Bonnet and tailgate badge
BMW radiator grille, frameless, with horizontal double blind slats, black high-gloss, with model badge
Strakes in front side panel, black matt/high-gloss black, with model badge
Roof fin and roof trim strips in Black high-gloss
Front and rear plastic apron in vehicle colour
Extended Stroage
Exterior Lights
Reversing light
Day time running light
Third brake light
Follow me home headlights
Automatic headlights + automatic windscreen wipers
Welcome lighting
Dynamic brake lights
Rear fog lights
Headlight beam throw control
LED tail lights with 3D L-shaped LED light design
Heating/Cooling/Ventilation
Dual zone automatic air conditioning
Interior Features
Anthracite headlining
Front door storage bins with bottle holder
Rake/reach adjustable steering wheel
Lockable/illuminated glovebox
Front/rear door armrests
2 cupholders in front centre console
Toolkit located in luggage compartment
Storage compartment in rear doors
Multifunction steering wheel
Storage tray and compartment with cover in centre console
English handbook
Battery in luggage compartment
Through loading system
Centre console armrest with storage compartment
Wireless charging tray
2 cupholders in rear armrest
2 x 12 V Power sockets (luggage compartment and front centre console)
2 x USB Type C ports for charging and data transmission in front centre console
Driving experience mode switch
Illuminated bow-type door handles in vehicle colour, driver's side with door lock
Interior Lights
Luggage compartment lighting
Front reading light
Front interior light
Front and rear door exit lights
Ambient lighting front and rear
Ambient lighting for storage compartment
Front footwell ambient lighting
Dynamic ambient interior lighting
Interior mirror lighting
Ambient inside door handle light
Contour lighting for door trim
Waterfall lighting for central air vent
Packs
Connected package professional - M4
High gloss shadowline exterior trim pack - M4
Extended storage pack - M3/M4
Safety
Front seat side impact airbags
Side impact protection
Two tone horn
Seatbelt warning
4 x 3 point seatbelts
Tyre pressure sensor
Warning triangle and first aid kit
Front and rear head airbags
Curtain airbags
Driver/Front Passenger airbags
Front seatbelt pretensioners + load limiters
Crash sensor
Seat occupancy detection for driver and passenger side
M Sport seat belts
Seats
Electric front seats + driver memory
Heated front seats
2 rear head restraints
Height adjustable front headrests
Front isofix attachment + airbag deactivation
Isofix on 2nd row seats
Front seat backrest width adjustment
Single front passenger seat
40:20:40 split folding rear 2 seat bench with loading system
Security
Remote central locking
Locking wheel bolts
Centre lock switch
Electronic immobiliser
Thatcham cat 1 remote alarm
Closing system with central locking
Vehicle Key with 4 buttons including the integrated key
Transmission
M Sport differential
Sport automatic transmission with gearshift paddles
Vanity Mirrors
Driver/passenger sunvisors with ticket holders + illuminated vanity mirrors
Wheels - Spare
Tyre repair kit

Emissions - ICE
Standard Euro Emissions: EURO 6
HC+NOx: N
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low: 358
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium: 233
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High: 197
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High: 216
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb: 232
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH: 233
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL: 232
Emissions - Lifecycle
End-of-Life Emissions - CO2e (Equivalent) - tonnes: 0.6
In-Life Emissions - CO2e (Equivalent) - tonnes: 11.1
Lifetime Emissions - CO2e (Equivalent) - tonnes: 26.3
Production Emissions - CO2e (Equivalent) - tonnes: 14.6
Engine and Drive Train
Cylinders - Bore (mm): 84
Cylinders - Stroke (mm): 90
CC: 2993
Cylinders: 6
Cylinder Layout: IN-LINE
Number of Valves: 24
Camshaft: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: TWIN TURBO
Catalytic Convertor: No
Engine Layout: NORTH SOUTH
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Transmission: SEMI-AUTO
Gears: 8 SPEED
Engine Code: S58B30T0
Fuel Consumption - ICE
EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies: 0
WLTP - MPG - Low: 17.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium: 27.4
WLTP - MPG - High: 32.1
WLTP - MPG - Extra High: 29.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb: 27.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL: 27.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH: 27.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low: 15.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium: 10.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High: 8.8
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High: 9.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb: 10.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL: 10.2
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH: 10.3
General
Coin Series: M4 Comp M [M Carbon]
Coin Description: xDrive [530]
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years: 3
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage: 999999
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years: 3
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years: 6
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?: 0
Special Edition: 0
Special Order: 0
Based On ID: N
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07: 45E
Service Interval Mileage: 15000
Service Interval Frequency - Months: 24
Timing Belt Interval Mileage: N
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months: N
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: N
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: N
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: N
NCAP Safety Assist %: N
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: N
Badge Power: 530
Badge Engine CC: 3.0
Vehicle Homologation Class: M1
Generation Mark: 2
Alternative Fuel Qualifying: 0
Performance
0 to 62 mph (secs): 3.7
Top Speed: 155
Engine Power - BHP: 530
Engine Power - PS: No
0 to 60 mph (secs): 0
Engine Power - KW: 390
Engine Power - RPM: 6250
Engine Torque - LBS.FT: 479
Engine Torque - NM: 650
Engine Torque - RPM: 2750
Engine Torque - MKG: 66.3
Test Cycles
Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP
RDE Certification Level: RDE 2
Tyres
Tyre Size Front: 275/35 R19
Tyre Size Rear: 285/30 R20
Tyre Size Spare: TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Type: 20" ALLOY
Wheel Style: DOUBLE SPOKE - 826M
Alloys?: No
Space Saver?: 0
Vehicle Dimensions
Length: 4801
Width: 1887
Wheelbase: 2857
Width (including mirrors): 2081
Height: 1399
Height (including roof rails): N
Weight and Capacities
Minimum Kerbweight: 1925
Gross Vehicle Weight: 2345
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): 59
Max. Loading Weight: 420
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): 385
No. of Seats: 4
Max. Roof Load: N
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): N
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 12.6

Brakes
M brakes with black calipers
M Carbon ceramic brake
M brakes with red calipers
Driver Aids
Parking assistant plus with 360 degree surround view camera system and remote 3D view
Driver Information
BMW Drive recorder
Embellishment Trims
Luxury instrument panel
Carbon Fibre M interior trim finishers
Exterior Body Features
Model designation deletion
Metallic paint
Additional solid paint
BMW Individual Metallic paint
BMW Individual Frozen paint
BMW Individual special request paint
Exterior Lights
BMW Individual shadowline lights
High beam assistant
Heating/Cooling/Ventilation
Warm air collar
Interior Features
M Alcantara steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Anthracite silver fleck soft top
Individual extended Merino leather upholstery
Individual full Merino leather upholstery
Full Merino leather upholstery
Full bicolour Merino leather upholstery
Bicolour Merino leather upholstery
Packs
Technology pack - M4 Convertible
M Carbon exterior pack - M4 Convertible
M Race track pack - M4 Convertible
M Drivers pack - M4 Convertible
Technology pack in combination with Driving assistant professional - M4 Convertible
Paint - Metallic
Metallic - Skyscraper grey
Metallic - Black sapphire
Metallic - Aventurine red
Metallic - Portimao blue
Metallic - Toronto Red
Metallic - Brooklyn grey
Metallic - Isle of Man green
Paint - Solid
Solid - Alpine white
Solid - Sao Paulo yellow
Paint - Special
BMW Individual paint - Special request
Individual paint - Frozen brilliant white
Individual paint - Frozen Portimao blue
BMW Individual metallic paint - Tanzanite blue
BMW Individual metallic paint - Dravit grey
Individual paint - Frozen pure grey
Safety
Active protection
Seats
Active seat ventilation in the front seats
M Carbon bucket seats
Trim - Leather
Individual full Merino leather - Fiona red and black
Full bicolour Merino leather - Kyalami orange and black
Full Merino leather - Black
Merino leather - Black
Full bicolour Merino leather - Silverstone and black
Bicolour Merino leather - Yas Marina Blue and black with yellow accents
Bicolour Merino leather - Silverstone and black
Bicolour Merino leather - Kyalami orange and black
Individual extended Merino leather - Tartufo
Individual full Merino leather - Fjord blue and black
Individual extended Merino leather - Fiona red and black
Individual extended Merino leather - Fjord blue and black
Full bicolour Merino leather - Yas Marina Blue and black with yellow accents
Individual extended Merino leather - Ivory white
Individual full merino leather - Ivory white
Individual Full Merino Leather - Tartufo
Wheels - Alloy
19" front / 20" rear double spoke forged alloy wheels 825M with mixed tyres in Silver
19" front / 20" rear double spoke forged alloy wheels 826M with mixed and TRACK tyres in black
19" front / 20" rear double spoke forged alloy wheels 826M with mixed and TRACK tyres in black in combination with M race track pack
19" front / 20" rear double spoke alloy wheels 826M with TRACK tyres in Bicolour black in combination with M race track pack
19" front / 20" rear double spoke alloy wheels 826M with TRACK tyres in Bicolour black
19" front / 20" rear double spoke alloy wheels 825M with mixed tyres in Bicolour black
19" front / 20" rear double spoke alloy wheels 826M with mixed tyres in Bicolour black
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0 to 62 mph (secs)
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Fuel Consumption
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Power (BHP)
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