BMW presents the new M4 coupe

BMW presents the new M4 coupe
all images courtesy BMW AG

presented ahead of the north american internation auto show in detroit, BMW has unveiled the M4, a successor to the fourth-generation M3 coupe, which originally debuted in 2007. paired with a six-cylinder twin turbocharged in-line engine that produces 431 horsepower and a six-speed manual gearbox, the two-door sports car launches from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds. low-slung and precisely crafted, the coupe boasts large air intakes and air curtains at its front end, exposing the carbon-fiber reinforced plastic and aluminum body components that enhance the vehicle’s aerodynamics. a contoured roof line with central channel continues into the rear boot, emphasizing the sophisticated personality of the newly designed M4.

‘the superior performance of the bmw M4 coupe should be obvious at first glance,’ explains karim habib, head of design BMW. ‘the exterior design of the new BMW M4 has a visual impact that elevates the company’s M design language to a new level of expression, highlighted by a purposeful character, emotional appeal and dynamic verve,’ he adds. 

at the rear the tailgate, M4 coupe features an integrated rear spoiler and is constructed from a lightweight carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic. inside the cockpit, drivers will be greeted by interior architecture similar to the 4 series, complete with ergonomic bucket seats and an elegant layout that clearly focuses on the driver experience.

front end detail

front 3/4 driver’s side view

passenger side view

rear 3/4 passenger side view

detail of the six-cylinder twin turbocharged in-line engine

inside the cockpit, drivers will be greeted by interior architecture similar to the 4 series

complete with ergonomic bucket seats and an elegant layout that clearly focuses on the driver experience