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Quickie: 2015 BMW M4

by on October 2, 2015
Details
 
Engine

3.0L I6 TwinTurbo

Horsepower

425 HP @ 5500 - 7300 rpm

Torque

406 lb-ft @ 1850 - 5500 rpm

Transmission

7-Speed DCT

0-100km/h (sec)

4.2

100-0km/h (meters)

39m

Fuel Consumption (City/HW) (lt/100km)

14.1/9.7

Weight (KG)

1,601

Length (mm)

4,687

Trunk Capacity (L)

480

Passengers

5

MSRP (CAD)

$75,000

Editor Rating
 
Safety
9.5

 
Performance
10

 
Handling
10

 
Comfort
9.0

 
Brakes
9.0

 
Fuel Economy
8.5

 
Trunk
8.0

 
Practicality
8.0

 
Roominess
8.5

 
Quality
9.0

 
Features
9.0

 
Value
8.0

Total Score
8.9


 

What is it?

It is the successor to the legendary BMW M3 Coupe, BMW’s mid-sized sports-coupe blockbuster.

How much does it cost?

$75,000 before any extras. Aim about $85,000 and you’ll get what you want as you want.

What is great about it?

It is fast, turns-in razor sharp, looks great and is one of the best handling cars, ever.

What is not that great?

The exhaust note.

Why should I buy it?

Because you take performance very seriously, but want a car that can handle the power like a champ.

Why should I not buy it?

If you are looking for sheer straight line speed only. Or a screaming exhaust.

It is better than:

2015 Mercedes C 63 AMG, 2015 Audi S4

Also consider:

Adding track day insurance to your policy. You’ll need it.

 

The Good

Handling
Gearbox
Looks
Interior
Performance

The Bad

Noise
Steering in Comfort
Gearbox in traffic

The Bird says
 

The BMW M4 is razor sharp and quick thanks to its torque. Hard to see it trail behind any competitor.