BMW M4 F83

Technological progress never ceases to amaze. The new coupe of the BMW concern is an innovation that entered the market in the month of April back in 2014. Vehicle version “sport” can bring a lot of pleasure from smooth and fast driving. Driving, according to the reviews of car owners of this sports car is quite active, and comfort and speed is delivered by a six-cylinder engine. Earlier, the V8 version powertrain was introduced in this car. For the first time, the concept was presented on August 16, 2013

Exterior

In the city of New York – that’s where the new version of the production BMW M4 convertible was unveiled.

The record low weight of the BMW M4 F82 F83, the inline 6-cylinder mechanisms, the M TwinPaver Turbo gasoline engine, the 7-speed M DCT or GTS Drivelogic transmission and a whole set of sporty innovative implementations are the independent advantages of the vehicle. Other plus features include:

1. New Technology. In this auto the developers have added a truly sporty character, which is simply described by the letter “M”. This letter is a real symbol for all fans of the BMW M4 Cabrio brand.
2. Unrivaled design. Delightful dynamics, unconventional exclusive design, sporty character of the engine with huge power – this is something that can be felt by every car owner. The impressive front end, large air intake, spectacular alloy wheels and muscular rear bodywork are a real masterpiece.
3. The athleticism of the coupe silhouette. The car’s curved lines, flowing roofline, and aerodynamic exterior mirrors are a find for all sports car enthusiasts. Thanks to the distinct rear end, you can feel how this variant of the car epitomizes understated power.
4. The power of the front end of the car. Developers have introduced in addition to the front grille and double glossy black lamella, large air intake also LED headlights, which are characterized by precise graphics. The filigree design solution and delightful brightness of the body looks great in daylight and coolly illuminates the road at night.
5. The expressiveness of the rear end. Convex expansive wheel arches, highest functionality, chic body developers decided to carbon fiber. So, they covered with it the luggage compartment lid, spoiler built in the back and LED lights – this is what makes the car perfect. The diffuser and bumper were also used, with implemented air outlets. The double “M” type exhaust tips also look beautiful.
6. Elements of aerodynamics. The resistance that occurs during driving near each of the wheel arches is due to the reduction of aerodynamic features. So, vertical air intakes were installed in the front bumper and Air Breather ducts, which was put on the sides. Thus, the “heartbeat” of the car was increased.

We can’t forget about the exclusive roof made entirely of carbon fiber, just like they do on modern 2017 cars. All components make up have a lightweight construction. The latter is made of carbon fiber. In the car made arrangement, concerning the center of gravity is lower than usual in similar coupe cars, and also reduced significantly the weight of the whole car. This allows it to accelerate and brake faster, maneuverably enter corners and dynamically reduce the degree of load redistribution between the wheels.

Equally important is the light. Thanks to LEDs, L-shaped taillights and headlights, design solution – closed light lines – smooth transitions are realized, which is able to emphasize the elegance of the car.

Interior

All that can be said about the interior is that it has a particularly refined body. All clear and thin lines are made for the driver. The interior is characteristic for all brands of the German concern. Also, the design is made for the driver’s convenience, so that while driving he gets maximum comfort and pleasure. A small steering wheel, under the left hand is placed right in the door panel, which allows you to control the window lifters, the steering wheel is equipped with buttons that allow you to turn on and off the tape recorder. On the right side of the driver’s side there is a standard glove compartment for small things.

As for the equipment, it is possible to buy both in the leather version and in the usual one. All panels are placed in visual accessibility, so the car owner does not need to twist his head or reach for any of them. Also, the automatic box is made under the most beautiful design look and is very small and easy to shift. Next to it is a wheel, thanks to which you can watch the electronics of the car on a computer monitor, switch music while driving and change tracks, make them louder or less quiet. Speakers are placed directly in the doors. The car belongs to sports cars. It can accommodate 4 people in total.

Engine

The BMW M4 F83 Cabriolet comes in a three-liter powertrain variant that is turbocharged. The latter is also referred to as the S55 TwinPower. The engine is considered a powertrain from the new generation, as it can develop power within 431 horsepower with 550 Nm of torque in a fraction of a second.

Naturally, the developers introduced Valvetronic and Double-VANOS systems, high-precision direct injection and variable phases in the gas distribution. If to compare with the motor S55 and S65, which was installed on M3-generation models E90 M3, E92 M3, E93 M3, the first one is lighter by 10 kg, which allowed to save fuel consumption by 25 percent. Plus, car owners note a distinctive feature of the engine – reliability and efficiency.

The TwinPower engine has a working total volume of 2979 cubic centimeters, while the power output is 431 horsepower with a torque of 550 revolutions (Nm). As for dynamics and consumption, the maximum speed that can develop the engine is 250 kilometers per hour, while acceleration from zero to a hundred kilometers per 60 minus is 4.4 seconds.

As evidenced by numerous reviews of car owners, the fuel consumption in the urban cycle is 11.5 liters per hundred kilometers, on the highway this figure is slightly less and equates to 7.1 liters per 100 km, and in a mixed rhythm engine takes 8.7 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.

What oil to pour into the engine of BMW M4 F83? The new “Bavarian”, as it is popularly nicknamed, is filled with the best and most original oil fluids of the BMW manufacturer’s lineup. Since the car has a turbocharger, a direct fuel injection system and variable valve timing, only the correct oil viscosity should be used because of the set of specifications.

Suitable for the vehicle oil fluid 5W-30, which means that car owners do not need to refill 10W-60, as it was in previous versions of cars. Due to the modernity of such means, they provide a reliable film and protective layer in the engine, while the range of operating temperature ranges up to a maximum of 180 degrees Celsius.

The right kind of oil fluid can give protection to the pistons, and they will not be destroyed even when driving in extreme conditions. The main point is to change the old oil for new oil. This should be done in a timely manner. So, according to the factory oil should be changed every 7500 kilometers, and the maximum can be up to 15 thousand kilometers.

Only reviews indicate that the optimal indicator of changing the oil for a new one is 10,000 kilometers. This will keep the engine intact for a long time. Do not forget that it is better to replace it with original oil from the concern BMW, as well as together with the replacement of all necessary filters. Usually, it is necessary to fill 6.5 liters, therefore, as a rule, all 7 liters are bought at once.

Technical specifications

The BMW M4 vehicle is released by the manufacturers on the market in eight variants of color solutions of the body. But what body to buy is the client’s business. The thing is that even disks can be chosen by the future car owner among three variants at once. For example, they can be 18-inch, 19-inch and so on). Because of the carbon fiber hard roof of the BMW M4 F83, design improvements are noted, thanks to which noise effects inside the car are significantly reduced. Among the main characteristics stand out the installed headliner, which absorbs sound in the interior of the BMW M4 by 2 decibels (for example, if compared to its predecessors).

Also, to close the roof you have to wait approximately 20 seconds, while it is allowed to move not exceeding 18 kilometers in 60 minutes, but the interior solution of this model is characterized by impeccability, clarity and the expression of sports ergonomics. As for the interior, with the help of sports seats, chrome trim, special footrest, sports panel with instruments and leather steering wheel – all elements look chic.

In addition, the basic equipment of the car consists of M-Drive, Teleservice, automatic dual-zone climate control, bi-xenon headlights, electrically adjustable side mirrors, bolt-on secrets on the wheels, on-board computer, windshields with grayish striped sunlight protection, rain sensor and automatic headlight switching.

Also, the vehicle is equipped with:

• with keyless entry;
• servotronic;
• an emergency stop sign;
• with a first aid kit;
• with M’s leather sport steering wheel;
• satellite anti-theft system;
• by Stability Clutch Control;
• cruise control;
• alloy wheels;
• emergency speed dial function;
• multifunction steering wheel;
• with a non-glare interior rearview mirror;
• leather upholstery on each seat;
• electric seat adjustment;
• high-pressure headlight washer;
• with a bag for people who smoke;
• BMW Radio Professional;
• with the interior lighting package;
• armrest in the front;
• a lot of other things.

What is especially important for those who will transport children, the developers have provided that on the rear seat, car owners have the opportunity to attach a child seat of the well-known brand ISOFIX. That is, now even children will be completely safe, because this function is provided directly by the factory.

A whole arsenal of features is generally ready for the vehicle to drive safely on the country’s roads, and the M active differential, M adaptive suspension, and dynamic computerized temperament allowed for complete safety while driving.

The gearbox of the legendary convertible is simply gorgeous. For the M4 vehicle, where the standard equipment is implemented, the usual six-speed manual transmission is installed. It is distinguished among others by the name GS6-45BZ. Also, the car is produced and in seven-speed M DCT, where a double clutch GS7D36SG is built in. The gearbox of mechanical type is made up of the following components: a strong double clutch, dry crankcase, new carbon friction pads, synchronizing rings.

Also, it is more compact and 12 kg lighter than the transmission, which was installed in previous versions of the cabrio-car. This transmission is much more comfortable and easier to operate when shifting.

As for the automatic transmission, it is in its third generation and is named M Double Clutch Transmission. Vehicles with automatic transmission have Launch Control – which is a clutch stability control, a paddle shifter directly on the wheels, Drivelogic mode. The last function is characterized by the fact that it allows you to switch the car to different modes – “Comfort”, “Economy”, “Sport” when driving.

Features

Thanks to the adaptive suspension of the M4 generation cabrio-car, the vehicle developers have equipped the vehicle with sports brake pads and brakes, which are more affordable, lighter and more efficient, since they are made of ceramic and carbon. Such brakes tend to heat up less, while not “spinning” them. Among additional visual highlights car owners can be pleased with golden calipers, fuel tank capacity of 60 liters, which will allow you to drive 689 kilometers filling a full tank of fuel.

If we talk about the dimensions of the car as a whole, then its length is 4671 millimeters, the width is equal to 1870 mm, and the height has 1386 mm, which is quite low, because it is a sports car. As for the wheelbase, it is 2812 millimeters, clearance (suspension) is equal to 116 millimeters. Among other indicators stand out: front wheelbase track – 1579 mm; rear wheelbase track – 1603 mm; luggage compartment volume 220 by 370 liters; curb weight – 1825 kg; gross weight – 2050 kg; front tire sizes (tires) – 255/40 ZR18 (95Y); rear tires – 275/40 ZR18 (99Y); wheels on the front wheels stand 9J, 18-inch (EH2+ light metal); wheels on the rear wheels stand 10J, 18-inch (EH2+ light metal).

Thus, a 6-cylinder powertrain running on gasoline fuel with a three-liter displacement was able to combine the unreal. Since the cutoff at 7,600 rpm in 60 seconds is really a lot, plus the generosity of the thrust working on wide ranges with maximum torque, the engine is able to provide plus or minus acceleration to a hundred in just 4.1 fractions of a second (manual transmission) and 4.4 fractions of a second (automatic transmission). The driving qualities are served by the speed of the vehicle, which is able to accelerate up to 250 kilometers at 250 possible on the speedometer.

Electronics

The starting line of the car is quite powerful, as a lot of innovative technologies implemented in it allow to use the car both in the city, and on the highway, and in extreme conditions. The results of work of the creators testify only to the fact that the car has concentrated all power, every car owner will be pleased with fast acceleration and instant response to the gas pedal, amazing maneuverability and accuracy concerning steering wheel control in any situations during driving.

It should be noted that thanks to the lightweight forged crankshaft, which is released in a very new design improved dynamic properties, reduced enough fuel consumption, provides ideal weight distribution on the axles, which is close to 50/50. Also, confident traction, explosive acceleration, responsive gas pedal are indispensable pluses of the BMW M4 Convertible.

Options

Since the car is available in several configurations, in addition to the basic one, future owners can choose other packages. Among them, the M COMPETITION package remains relevant. It has a number of advantages, including increased engine output, adaptive suspension with special settings that provide improved dynamic performance.

Also, this package includes the M exhaust system, where the black chrome trim with dual exhaust tips is capable of generating the powertrain’s sound effects power, which is superior to the base package. Additionally, the developers included in the package lightweight sport seats and universal twenty-alloy wheels, where there are multi-size tires.

Problems

The car is quite aggressive and fast. But, as many car owners say, it does not do without capital investment. Such a car requires repair and timely maintenance. To prevent various “surprises” associated with the breakdown of the “Bavarian” you need to take good care of it.

Timely replacement of oil fluid and filters. Among the latter, the air, fuel and oil filters should be changed. Also, oil caps should be changed every 150 thousand kilometers of mileage. Due to the fact that they tend to dry out quickly, this can increase the expenditure of oil fluid up to two liters per thousand kilometers. When the caps are replaced, this failure is automatically eliminated.

Knocks and excessive noises in the components of the double-Vanos system. This occurs after the power unit has been driven approximately 300,000 kilometers. Thus, it is possible to hear unpleasant sounds when starting the engine. Because of this, the engine may even overheat, the steering rack may break and even start to run out (backlash).

Problems with the crankcase ventilation valve element. If there are malfunctions with the KVKG, it automatically increases the expenditure of oil fluid and changes the length assembly in the intake manifold. As a result, the axle of the car may break during driving.

It is mandatory to keep the factory book, as it contains the car’s VIN code. As a result, if you need to re-flash or make chip tuning, to increase significantly the power of the car, you will have to use ciphers. Basically, the power is increased by a maximum of 10 percent of that set by the factory. The firmware will help to reduce fuel consumption a bit and also make the car more bouncy.

Conclusions

It is important to change winter tires in time for summer tires and vice versa depending on the season, as it directly affects the running gear and the operation of the vehicle. As for chip tuning, it is necessary to understand that for such new cars it is necessary to increase power in cases when a sports car is bought for aggressive driving.

Generations and configurations

1 generation

03.2014 – 10.2016