BMW M4 review

Inside, there’s a similar feel to the rest of BMW’s 4 Series models. The main difference being those recognisable little ‘M’ badges plastered here, there and everywhere.

Oh, and carbon fibre. If you dig the lightweight polymer, you’ll love the interior of the M4.

Other little details which make the M4 stand out from its rivals and BMW siblings include contrasting colour stitching and a shiny red starter button.

Driving position

There’s a rather racy feeling to the front cabin. Bucket-like seats and a substantial steering wheel add a real sporting air to your drive.

The seating position is quite low, and both front seats are highly manoeuvrable.

Sitting in the back isn’t quite as fun. This is a coupe, after all. That said, a couple of adults can sit comfortably (or three can sit quite uncomfortably).

Tech and features

The M4 comes complete with BMW’s patented Professional Media System - a high-spec infotainment system that’s something of a class leader.

The perfectly sized and situated responsive touchscreen gives the driver access to a high-quality sat-nav, DAB radio and Bluetooth options, all within easy reach.

You can also use the screen to engage with the car’s rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors and its natty parking assistant function.

Eye-catchingly unique and muscular German sports cars like the BMW M4 are always going to be quite incredible drives.

Engines and power

To say these things are quick would be quite the understatement. Hitting 62mph in less than 4 seconds, these are exactly the kind of cars that Tracy Chapman sang about.

A 3.0-litre twin-turbo engine provides the power.

Handling and ride comfort

The M4 isn’t a racing car, though. It’s brawny and quick, yet still silky smooth. It’s also incredibly quiet.

Engage the Comfort mode and with the easier steering you get, we’re talking about seriously effortless cruising.

This car is an absolute joy to drive anywhere. It’s probably best suited to long stretches of motorway, winding country roads and, we imagine, the Nürburgring.

Would you buy a coupé and expect a whole heap of room in the back? No. Yet as these cars go, the M4 actually excels.

There’s a real level of maturity and practicality about the room afforded inside. You shouldn’t expect to be able to pack four suitcases into a sports car - in the M4 it’s actually not far off.

Storage solutions

The surprising functionality continues with storage throughout the rest of the M4. Door bins are deep and generous, the glovebox is roomier than you might expect and there’s a trinket tray and cubbyhole between the front seats.

Frappuccino fans can rejoice too, there are plenty of integrated cup holders included.

Fuel economy

The reality is that, even with a light right foot, you're still unlikely to get much more than 30mpg from a BMW M4. Compared with other similar models, this is pretty expected.

Insurance groups

Whether you do 1,000 miles or 12,000 miles a year, you'll still end up paying a pretty penny to insure your BMW M4, because this sports car sits in some of the highest insurance groups out there.