The pair was just unveiled, sharing the same twin turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with 473 HP (479 PS) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque in the regular versions, while the Competition variants get 503 HP (510 PS) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque.
Looking at acceleration figures, the new models aren’t particularly faster than the old ones, at least not to 60 mph, so here’s hoping they drive better and look better, at least in person.
Move to the side and beyond, and it’s hard to argue against the newer models.
To summarize, BMW could just as easily not have done the large nostrils on any of its 3- or 4-Series models, including the M variants, and there wouldn’t have been anything controversial about them.
The rest of the cabin does look more modern and expensive in the new models, which was always going to be the case.
They both come as standard with a six-speed manual and rear wheel drive, but you also get the M xDrive system on Competition variants, which is rear-biased and features an Active M rear differential.
Also standard is the Adaptive M suspension, wider front track (by 1.5 inches) for better traction and directional stability, while the optional M Drive Professional package with M Traction Control allows you to set the intervention threshold for wheel slip.
Not bad, considering it’s more powerful and has a more modern interior with better on-board tech?
The 2021 M3 meanwhile costs from $69,900, while the M3 and M4 Competition variants retail for $72,800 and $74,700, respectively.
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The 2021 BMW M3 and M4 were just unveiled, with outputs ranging from 473 HP to 503 HP