BMW M4
M3 in coupe form. The original idea, reasserted.
17 reviewers · 33 videos · 53 press articles
Reviewers are split on performance and handling.
across 17 reviewers
"The 431 hp inline six-cylinder engine has retained its refined manners and smoky sound, but now performs much more powerfully."
AUTO BILD · ▶ 2:30"it's twitch it's unpredictable and in the rain it's somewhere between spiteful and undriveable"
2.3M views · ▶ 7:37"The BMW handles the course with wonderful neutrality, without significant understeer or oversteer."
AUTO BILD · ▶ 3:40"this is not a car that responds well to my rather brutal driving style"
2.3M views · ▶ 10:39"The M4 truly becomes a fun machine when the ESP is deactivated. The M4 drifts playfully around corners."
AUTO BILD · ▶ 5:31"between these two cars is like a boxing match between an actual boxer and someone who thinks they're a boxer"
2.3M views · ▶ 11:36"It rides significantly better than the Audi; it leaves you in peace. You can drive long stretches of highway in a completely relaxed manner."
AUTO BILD · ▶ 5:21"every single day I'm driving this car I feel like my MERS are you know being pounded... it is jarring"
The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 12:13"pricing seems reasonable for what you get as the competition package taxed just $4,750 onto the m4's lofty $67,100 base price"
MotorWeek · ▶ 8:26"the M4 has become so large and expensive that it no longer feels like the performance bargain it once was"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 8:05Performance
4.0/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“The 431 hp inline six-cylinder engine has retained its refined manners and smoky sound, but now performs much more powerfully.”
positive · AUTO BILD · ▶ 2:30“the engine grip body control and handling of the m4 is simply astonishing”
positive · Auto Express · ▶ 7:28“it is a freaking rocket yes it sends a lot of power out there”
positive · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 3:20Handling
4.0/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“The BMW handles the course with wonderful neutrality, without significant understeer or oversteer.”
positive · AUTO BILD · ▶ 3:40“this car is really all about 1m cars all about stuff... body control is amazing”
positive · Auto Express · ▶ 6:47“steering is so good... I really truly know what they're doing and where I'm going”
positive · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 6:43Fun to drive
4.0/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“The M4 truly becomes a fun machine when the ESP is deactivated. The M4 drifts playfully around corners.”
positive · AUTO BILD · ▶ 5:31“there's no question this is a raw really serious em car”
positive · Auto Express · ▶ 5:32“between these two cars is like a boxing match between an actual boxer and someone who thinks they're a boxer”
critical · 2.3M views · ▶ 11:36Daily drivability
3.0/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“It rides significantly better than the Audi; it leaves you in peace. You can drive long stretches of highway in a completely relaxed manner.”
positive · AUTO BILD · ▶ 5:21“every single day I'm driving this car I feel like my MERS are you know being pounded... it is jarring”
critical · The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 12:13“it is a nightmare getting people in and out at the back of the M4”
critical · Nick Murray · ▶ 5:43Value
3.0/516 of 17 reviewerssplit“the M4 has become so large and expensive that it no longer feels like the performance bargain it once was”
critical · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 8:05“pricing seems reasonable for what you get as the competition package taxed just $4,750 onto the m4's lofty $67,100 base price”
positive · MotorWeek · ▶ 8:26“why would you spend money on this when you can get an M3 which is just as fast”
The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 3:47Hear it in the reviewer’s words
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Review: the hardcore, 493bhp BMW M4 GTS Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsA special, exciting, and highly capable track machine that feels distinct from the standard M4, though it is a liability in the wet and lacks daily refinement.
- Best for
- track day enthusiasts who value exclusivity and raw engagement over daily comfort
- Watch out
- unpredictable in the wet · no front speakers · jittery ride quality · expensive
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BMW M4 (2014-2020) Interior Layout & Technology | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe M4 interior is a masterclass in driver-focused ergonomics, prioritizing tactile, physical controls over modern screen-heavy interfaces.
- Best for
- drivers who prioritize ergonomics and physical controls over modern smartphone integration.
- Watch out
- dated smartphone connectivity · lack of large flashy screens
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BMW M4 CSL review: does the £128k limited edition deserve the legendary badge? Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe M4 CSL is a fast, capable track tool, but it fails to capture the lightweight, pure spirit of its legendary predecessors.
- Best for
- Collectors and track-day enthusiasts who prioritize brand history and rarity over pure driving engagement.
- Watch out
- Sluggish 8-speed automatic gearbox · Uncharismatic engine note · Heavy curb weight for a 'lightweight' car
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BMW M4 Competition Convertible Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsA highly capable and rapid convertible that excels on smooth roads, though it suffers from chassis shake on rougher surfaces due to the weight of the roof mechanism.
- Best for
- Drivers who prioritize performance and open-air motoring on well-maintained roads.
- Watch out
- significant weight increase over coupe · chassis shake on rough roads · steering can feel light in some modes · poor fuel efficiency when driven hard
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BMW M4 (2014-2020) Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe M4 is a rewarding, aggressive performance car that is best experienced in Competition or CS trim, provided you opt for the DCT gearbox.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a challenging, high-performance coupe that rewards driver skill.
- Watch out
- Base model can be aggressive and difficult in the wet · Convertible model is significantly heavier · Manual gearbox is less suited to the car's torque spikes
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BMW M4 review: harder cored M4 CS driven Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe M4 CS is the sweet spot in the BMW M4 range, offering a perfect balance of track-focused performance and everyday usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a track-capable car that remains comfortable and usable for daily driving.
- Watch out
- Expensive compared to the Competition Pack · Not as plush as a standard M4 · Manual seat adjustments
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BMW M4 Competition review: UK test of 444bhp coupe Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe Competition pack is a transformative upgrade that makes the M4 a precise, professional, and genuinely fun performance car.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a sharp, track-capable coupe and can tolerate a firm ride.
- Watch out
- Harsh ride quality · Lack of steering feedback · Interior rattles and buzzes
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BMW M4 Competition Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe M4 Competition is a brilliant, highly capable machine that trades some of the raw, unhinged character of its predecessors for immense real-world usability and trustworthy performance.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a high-performance daily driver that can handle both long commutes and track days with composure.
- Watch out
- less theatrical than older M3/M4 models · porky weight figure · stiff ride in Sport Plus
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BMW M4 Competition Convertible Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe M4 Competition Convertible is a fearsomely fast and capable open-top cruiser, but keen drivers should opt for the Coupe for better chassis composure.
- Best for
- Drivers looking for a high-performance, four-seat open-top car for rapid, comfortable motoring.
- Watch out
- Chassis composure on rough roads · Heavy curb weight · Polarizing front-end styling
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