We Drive The 2020 BMW M4

 


Overview

With two fewer doors and sleeker proportions, the 2020 BMW M4 is a sportier-looking alternative to the M3 sedan. Still, these German siblings have a lot in common, including heady performance numbers. Both feature a brilliant twin-turbo six-cylinder engine that is as refined as it is powerful, and their "M" designation means they're descendants of BMW's storied subdivision. Available as a coupe or convertible, the M4 is zestier than the regular 4-series. While its cornering grip and stopping power are as impressive as any, the two-door Bimmer doesn't reward its driver as much as its forebearers. Despite this shortcoming, the 2020 M4 has the pedigree and stats to attract enthusiasts.

What's New for 2020?

BMW sunsets the first-gen M4 (previously called the M3 coupe and convertible) with the 2020 model year. Before the company announces the next generation, it will offer a special edition. Believe it or not, it's called the M4 Edition ///M Heritage and only 750 copies will be built.

We prefer the 2020 M4 coupe versus its convertible counterpart, especially since it's $8500 cheaper. Likewise, the M4 CS may appeal to the most ardent BMW fans, but we don't think the marginal performance enhancements warrant its six-figure price tag. We'd replace the standard cloth upholstery with one of the leather options and opt for the Executive and Competition packages. The former includes adaptive LED headlights, automatic high-beams, a head-up display, a top- and side-view camera, and a self-parking feature. The Competition kit adds 19 horsepower, quicker steering, revised damping, and various cosmetic addenda.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Power comes from a 425-hp twin-turbo inline-six, with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The Competition package increases power output to 444 ponies, retunes the adaptive dampers, adds a more direct steering ratio, and introduces new settings for the stability-control system and rear differential. Our M4 Competition test car with the automatic zipped from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, the same time it took its main rival, the Mercedes-AMG C63 S coupe. The ride is firm but the driver is paid back for the abuse with genuine agility on twisty roads. At the track, the M4 can be dropped into the Sport+ mode, where it will devour corners and blast down straightaways with the best of them. We only wish the steering provided the feedback that we remember so fondly from M cars of old.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The EPA has different estimates between the M4's two body styles and transmission. The coupe is rated up to 18 mpg city and 25 highway, while the thriftiest convertible gives up 1 mpg in the city. The M4 CS has a slightly lower estimate on the highway (23 mpg), but it's expected to earn 17 mpg city. We tested an M4 Competition coupe on our 200-mile fuel-economy route where it exceeded its government rating by 2 with a result of 27 mpg.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The M4 shares its interior with the decidedly less racy and far less expensive BMW 4-series. That means good build quality but a relatively uninspired design that looks particularly dour in all black. Luckily, BMW offers three two-tone interior options—Sonoma Beige, Silverstone, and Sakhir Orange—to spice things up a bit. The M4's sport seats are supportive and comfortable, and the driving position is perfect for spirited motoring. The rear seat is less spacious than the M3 sedan but can still fit two adults in a pinch; the trunk space is generous for a coupe and fits four carry-on suitcases.

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