Bmw m3 & m4 reveal
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When I look at BMW USA (for the M3), I see:
Curb Weight - Automatic transmission- 3595 lbs
Curb Weight - Manual transmission- 3540 lbs
That sounds about right considering ~3400lbs. was the dry weight number. The convertible will of course weigh more, due in no small part to that folding hard top.
Curb Weight - Automatic transmission- 3595 lbs
Curb Weight - Manual transmission- 3540 lbs
That sounds about right considering ~3400lbs. was the dry weight number. The convertible will of course weigh more, due in no small part to that folding hard top.
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Turns out the M4 is lighter. Both models seem to be tiny bit front heavy too:
Curb Weight - Automatic transmission-3585 lbs
Curb Weight - Manual transmission- 3530 lbs
Weight distribution, front/rear – Automatic transmission- 52.3 / 47.7 %
Weight distribution, front/rear – Manual transmission- 51.8 / 48.2 %
Curb Weight - Automatic transmission-3585 lbs
Curb Weight - Manual transmission- 3530 lbs
Weight distribution, front/rear – Automatic transmission- 52.3 / 47.7 %
Weight distribution, front/rear – Manual transmission- 51.8 / 48.2 %
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As anticipated, the new BMW M4 Convertible made an early debut ahead of its New York Auto Show world premiere on April 16. It comes with two less cylinders, but more power and less weight than the outgoing M3 Convertible.
Depending on whom you ask, the M4 Convertible weighs 90lbs (41kg / according to BMW USA) or 132lbs (60kg / according to BMW Global) less than its predecessor, at 4,055lbs (1,839kg / USA) or 3,858lbs (1,750kg / Global). In any case, it's a lot heavier than the M4 Coupe that tips the scales at 1,497 kg or 3,300 lbs.
At least everyone seems to agree about the output numbers, with the drop-top M4 sharing the new M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe's 3.0-liter turbo'd inline-six that delivers 425hp (431PS) from 5,500rpm to 7,300rpm, and peak torque of 550Nm (406 lb-ft) between 1,850rpm and 5,500rpm.
According to BMW USA, when linked to a six-speed manual gearbox (yes, it's still around), the M4 Convertible does the 0-60mph (96km/h) in 4.4 seconds, while the time falls to 4.2 seconds with the 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission. The 0-100km/h times are 4.6 seconds for the manual and 4.4 seconds for the DCT model. Top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph, regardless of transmission choice.
As with the other 4-Series Convertibles models, there's a three-section folding metal roof that opens at the touch of a button in under 20 seconds, while travelling at speeds of up to 11mph (18km/h), if necessary. Boot capacity stands at 220 liters (7.8 cu.ft.) with the roof open, increasing to 370 liters (13.06 cu.ft.) when the hardtop is closed.
Stateside, sales will begin this summer with pricing to be announced, while in the UK, it will arrive on September 6 priced at £60,730 OTR, or £4,095 more than the M4 Coupe (£56,635).
Depending on whom you ask, the M4 Convertible weighs 90lbs (41kg / according to BMW USA) or 132lbs (60kg / according to BMW Global) less than its predecessor, at 4,055lbs (1,839kg / USA) or 3,858lbs (1,750kg / Global). In any case, it's a lot heavier than the M4 Coupe that tips the scales at 1,497 kg or 3,300 lbs.
At least everyone seems to agree about the output numbers, with the drop-top M4 sharing the new M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe's 3.0-liter turbo'd inline-six that delivers 425hp (431PS) from 5,500rpm to 7,300rpm, and peak torque of 550Nm (406 lb-ft) between 1,850rpm and 5,500rpm.
According to BMW USA, when linked to a six-speed manual gearbox (yes, it's still around), the M4 Convertible does the 0-60mph (96km/h) in 4.4 seconds, while the time falls to 4.2 seconds with the 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission. The 0-100km/h times are 4.6 seconds for the manual and 4.4 seconds for the DCT model. Top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph, regardless of transmission choice.
As with the other 4-Series Convertibles models, there's a three-section folding metal roof that opens at the touch of a button in under 20 seconds, while travelling at speeds of up to 11mph (18km/h), if necessary. Boot capacity stands at 220 liters (7.8 cu.ft.) with the roof open, increasing to 370 liters (13.06 cu.ft.) when the hardtop is closed.
Stateside, sales will begin this summer with pricing to be announced, while in the UK, it will arrive on September 6 priced at £60,730 OTR, or £4,095 more than the M4 Coupe (£56,635).
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While we wait for the live appearance of the new BMW M4 Convertible in New York on April 16, we thought we would share this fresh piece of information that just landed in our hands: U.S. pricing for the M-flavored retractable hardtop model has been set at $73,425, which includes a $925 destination and handling fee.
That compares to the $62,925 BMW is asking for the M3 Sedan and $65,125 for the M4 Coupe in the States, destination charges included.
You can read about and see more of the M4 Convertible in our previous post here, but the headline grabber is the new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six churning out 425-horses and peak torque of 406 lb-ft, securing a 0-60 mph (96km/h) time of 4.4 seconds if you row six gears yourself, and 4.2 seconds if you prefer the ease and speed of the optional seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission.
That compares to the $62,925 BMW is asking for the M3 Sedan and $65,125 for the M4 Coupe in the States, destination charges included.
You can read about and see more of the M4 Convertible in our previous post here, but the headline grabber is the new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six churning out 425-horses and peak torque of 406 lb-ft, securing a 0-60 mph (96km/h) time of 4.4 seconds if you row six gears yourself, and 4.2 seconds if you prefer the ease and speed of the optional seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission.
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There actually are quite a few slots available to be in the first round of orders....
There actually are quite a few slots available to be in the first round of orders....
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could be me but i am not really impressed about the sound. maybe it sounds better under load and at higher rpm, but compared to the e9x...
could be me but i am not really impressed about the sound. maybe it sounds better under load and at higher rpm, but compared to the e9x...