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Is Urban Green the best color on the G82 BMW M4?

Green paintworks are making a comeback at BMW. Over the last few years, BMW and its M Division especially, has released a series of green-painted models. From Oxford Green and Aurora Diamant Green, to the more recent San Remo Green and Isle Of Man Green, the choices are quite diverse. Yet, there is one special green shade which stands above all. At least in our opinion. The Urban Green.

This BMW Individual Color is certainly not new. Some of you might recall the previous generation M3 and M4 featured in Urban Green, and more recently an M8 and M440i. But today, we get to see the very same color featured on the all-new – and somewhat controversial – G82 M4 Coupe. The images provided by BMW M show the subdued and classy green playing perfectly with the blacked out accents of the M4. The sports coupe gains both a more dynamic and luxurious look.

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Of course, if money no object, anyone can order the Urban Green on their BMW. The Individual catalog is open to all customers with deep pockets, but be warned: the paint choice is not always an easy task. If you go down the rabbit hole of colors, you will certainly be mesmerized by the diversity of paintworks. Popular favorites are the likes of Fire Orange, Ferrari Red, Daytona Violet or Tanzanite Blue.

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In our opinion, the color palette for the new G80 M3 and G82 M4 is one of the best we’ve seen from BMW. From non-metallic to metallic and matte options, there is likely a color for every M owner out there. Non-metallic: Alpine White, Sao Paulo Yellow (new addition). Metallic: Isle of Man Green (new), Toronto Red (new), Sapphire Black, Skyscraper Grey, Portimao Blue, Brooklyn Grey.

The “standard” BMW Individual program is equally exciting with colors like the Frozen White, Frozen Brilliant White, Frozen Black, Frozen Dark Grey, Frozen Orange, Frozen Portimao, Dravit Grey,  Oxide Grey, Tanzanite Blue II, and much more.

In the U.S., the 2021 BMW M3 Sedan has an MSRP of $69,900, nearly $2,500 more than the F80 M3 Sedan. The 2021 BMW M4 starts at $71,800 compared to the $69,150 price on the F82 M4. Of course, BMW offers a Competition model for both variants. The 2021 BMW M3 Competition is priced at $72,800 while the M4 Competition sells for $74,700. All these variants send their power to the rear-wheels only. An all-wheel drive version of the M3 and M4 will arrive in late 2021, and naturally, at a higher price point. To see more of this Urban Green M4, take a look at the photo gallery below:

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BMW M3 xDrive and BMW M4 xDrive — U.S. Pricing and Specs Revealed

Ever since whispers of the G80 BMW M3 and G82 BMW M4 first began, we knew it was going to get all-wheel drive. However, details of its all-wheel drive system were murky, at best. Even as both cars neared their official reveal, there was some uncertainty about cars’ upcoming all-wheel drive system. Now, all of that uncertainty is gone, as BMW has finally revealed the specs and pricing for the new M3 and M4 xDrive models.

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The BMW M xDrive systems in the new M3 and M4 works very similarly to how it works in the M5. There will be three modes; 4WD, 4WD Sport, and 2WD, just as there are in the M5 and M8. In normal driving conditions, even in the default 4WD mode, all of the engine’s available torque is sent to the rear wheels. Only once the need for more grip arises will the front wheels get any of the car’s torque and, once that happens, power is still delivered in a rear-biased fashion. Though, in the default 4WD mode, the xDrive system is more liberal with its front axle power delivery.

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Switch to 4WD Sport mode and the front axle really just becomes more of a rear axle aid. The xDrive system becomes more aggressive and is more willing to let the car slide but will deploy the front axle to save your ass and keep the car from getting too out of control. It’s the fun mode for street driving and the one most enthusiasts will use the majority of the time.

While the 2WD mode is the more extreme mode, as it keeps the front axle disengaged until the driver switches the car back to either of the 4WD modes. However, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) must be disabled entirely for 2WD mode to be used, so it’s recommended that it’s only used on track.

This new BMW M xDrive system is tied into both the DSC and the rear M Active Differential, for more rapid responses to available grip and better dynamics. That said, the transfer case for the all-wheel drive system gets its own control unit and traction management system, to compensate for rotational differences between the axles, without involving the main DSC. So when you’re sliding out of a corner, the all-wheel drive system can manage the torque split on its own, without having to bring traction control in.

Only BMW M3 Competition and M4 Competition models will be available with xDrive. So to get xDrive, you can only have the more powerful 503 horsepower 479 lb-ft engine, with an automatic transmission. That said, M3 Comp and M4 Comp xDrive models will be the fastest versions of the M3 and M4 available, with both cars getting from 0-60 mph in a claimed 3.4 seconds. Don’t be surprised if both can get closer to 3.0 seconds flat in real world testing.

Interestingly, M3 and M4 Competition xDrive models get revised front axle geometry, along with a new steering ratio — changed from 15.0:1 to 14.6:1 — to ensure both cars deliver the same athleticism that we’ve come to expect from them, with the added traction and weight up front. The oil system has also been adapted to handle the increased grip.

Aside from that, both the BMW M3 and BMW M4 Competition xDrive models are unchanged from standard Comp models. Same looks, same options, and same interiors. The BMW M3 Competition xDrive starts at $76,900, while the M4 Competition xDrive starts at $78,800, with $995 destination fees added to both. Both cars will go on sale in the U.S. in August, 2021.

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BMW G80 M3 and G82 M4 vs. F80 M3 CS – Design Comparison Video

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We take a visual tour of the newly released BMW G80 M3 in Brooklyn Grey Metallic as well as the BMW G82 M4 finished in Toronto Red Metallic. Furthermore, we’re looking at how the new M cars compare to its older brother, the F80 M3 CS. The latter is finished in the BMW Individual San Marino Blue Metallic paint. For this comparison, we went to BMW Seattle who provided both the G80 M3 and G82 M4.

The Youtube footage (subscribe here) was shot entirely via drone, and now you’ll see a clear view of the now famous/infamous (depending on your taste) front kidney grille design. It’s no secret that the new design approach for the G8X generation that BMW has taken has caused quite a stir in the automotive industry. There are fans and critics on both sides of the kidney grille. While the die-hard community might not be entirely sold on it – yet – the regular BMW customer seem to enjoy the bold design approach.

Whether BMW has a winning design on their hands, remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: The new BMW M3 and M4 models are certainly at the top of car conversations in the world. The driving experience certainly lives up to the expectations and the interior is arguably the best we’ve seen so far on an M car. The chassis and steering have also been improved by the wizards in Garching, while the xDrive system makes the new M3/M4 a year-round commuting car.

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BMW M4 CSL rendered based on the recent M4 leak

Rendering artist Nicolas Cavero (@futurecarsnow) brings us the first rendering of a future BMW M4 CSL. The Photoshoped image is based on the recently G82 M4 leak. The next-gen M4 Coupe was spotted just a few days ago and turned the BMW world upside-down.

The reason for that? Its enormous kidney grille which takes a different approach than the recently unveiled BMW 4 Series Coupe. Compared to the standard 4 Series, the M4 high-performance coupe will use a two-piece kidney grille, spread vertically across the front-fascia and featuring horizontal and functional slats.

Therefore, the rendering artist used those new M design elements and combined them with some cues from the current F82 BMW M4 GTS.

But the render is more than just an M4 GTS with a new grille stuck on its face. Its hood has been redesigned to match the new 4 Series cars, as have the headlights and the car’s flanks. Its sides have been smoothed out, with less body lines and creases.

Furthermore, the previous BMW M4’s Hofmeister Kink has been removed. There is also a subtle carbon fiber front lip painted in orange to match the M4 GTS’ wheels.

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A massive racing spoiler peaks from the back, a statement to the true DNA of the future M4 CSL.

For BMW enthusiasts, there are three letters that can make them shiver with excitement — “CSL”. First, there was the legendary 3.0 CSL which one Sebring in 1975. That car brought the CSL nameplate to the mainstream for automotive enthusiasts. After the iconic E46-generation BMW M3 CSL, fans have held those three letters in the highest regard.

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And now, the iconic moniker will make a return. As hinted in 2019, BMW M is planning to retire the GTS naming convention used on its track-ready cars and replace it with the more marketing-friendly “CSL.”

But first, we will see the rear-wheel drive only BMW M3/M4 arriving this year, followed a year later by the all-wheel drive M3/M4. We expect the BMW M4 CSL to arrive sometimes in 2022.

LEAKED AGAIN: The 2021 BMW M4 (G82) shows its large kidney grille

With months before its public debut, the 2021 BMW M4 has been leaked once again. And as expected, no surprises there. The front fascia is identical to the previous leak, featuring the oversized kidney grille seen on the new BMW 4 Series Coupe, but with a twist. The slats are now horizontal and they’re functional. So while the 4 Series gets the mesh grille, the new M3 and M4 will distinguish themselves with this new design approach.

Furthermore, the kidneys are all blacked out which we’ve recently learned that it was done at the request of the U.S. market.

The front-end is also dominated by two large air intakes and a carbon fiber lip on the bottom of the bumper. The license plate is also missing from this prototype.

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Manual Transmission and All-Wheel Drive

As we’ve reported before, the G80 M3 and G82 M4 will have an all-wheel drive configuration, and secondly, there will be a manual transmission for the two cars. The manual option will only be available with a rear-wheel drive configuration, in a model developed internally under the codename “Pure”.

The “Pure” models are rumored to have restyled aprons front and rear, their own wheel design, an optional standalone signature paint job, special fabric and alcantara upholstery, color-coded cabin trim and bespoke instrument graphics.

The all-wheel drive M3 and M4 will be paired with an eight-speed automatic, refined by the M engineers. Similar to what we’ve seen in the X3 M and X4 M.

An All-New Engine – S58

Recently, the M boss Markus Flasch also confirmed the S58 engine. “The next BMW M3 will have the brand new S58 engine that we’re launching in the X3 M and X4 M,” he said. “It will have 480bhp in the standard version and 510bhp in the Competition version.”

Competition-spec cars will get all-wheel drive/automatic and rear-wheel drive/manual drivetrains.

Of course, future and sportier variants of the M3 and M4 will build upon this new engine and deliver even more power. Which brings us to the next point.

CS and CSL Models

The GTS name has been retired from the M3/M4 family and instead we will once again get a CSL version. Details around this “ultimate sportscar” are still unknown, but it’s fair to assume that lightweight construction, exclusive looks and plenty of power are all options on the table.

The CS moniker will also be revived. It’s already been successfully used in the current generation F80/F82, and will be part of the new M family as well.

Production and Market Launch

First production units of the G80 M3 and G82 M4 will roll off in November 2020, but first deliveries are expected, globally, in early 2021.

But it’s not only the new M3 and M4 that are going to arrive this year. Work on the BMW M4 GT3 racing car has already begun and BMW Motorsport says that rollout is planned for the second half of 2020.

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