2021 BMW M3 and M4: Performance and Design Insights

Rodrez: Ok, ok, everyone just sit down, take it easy. You all had plenty of time to roast the front end of the 2021 BMW M3 and M4 this week. Sure, its face almost comically follows suit with the numerous memes that confirm the automobile industry’s absolute mission to increase grill sizes year-over-year like some sort of evil genius’ masterplan.

Super Street Unpacks the Next Gen M3 and M4

Nevertheless, this dynamic duo is on the way, and if you can get past the trolling commentary and dig into their TwinPower turbo inline-6 awesomeness, backed by 473hp and over 400-lbs.-ft. of torque, you might be inclined to accept the “unique” front fascia. Besides, it’s RWD and utilizes an old-school shifter, which is becoming rare these days. A few days after the unveil, M Performance goods are already being teased.

Polarizing Looks and Performance

Nick Yekikian: To say the looks of the new 2021 BMW M3 and its coupe sibling, the M4, are polarizing would be an understatement. The latest version of the iconic sports sedan features a design that some might find challenging to appreciate. Ultimately, the driving experience will be of far greater significance than appearance, but since we have yet to drive these models, all we can do is gaze in awe.

For those who desire to enhance the looks even further, BMW offers a plethora of performance parts to elevate the aesthetic appeal of the M3 and M4. These include carbon-fiber front canards, door sills, mirror caps, a carbon fiber diffuser, swan-neck rear wing, and a front splitter.

The diffuser significantly enhances the appearance, complementing a titanium exhaust featuring quad tailpipes that boast a unique triangular formation. Moreover, there are three different wheel options available, ranging from 19 to 21 inches in size. The 19s are in gloss black, the 20s in gunmetal gray, and the 21s can be chosen in black or bronze.

Additional Performance and Aesthetic Enhancements

Additional enhancements include performance brake pads along with a set of coilovers that lower the car by another 0.4 inches compared to the standard M3. Furthermore, buyers can also select M Performance floor mats and an M Performance Pro steering wheel wrapped in Alcantara. If the carbon fiber exterior details don’t suffice, BMW offers the option to trim the interior in the same high-quality material. Specifying these enhancements guarantees that you’ll own one of the most extreme, fully warrantied, versions of the M3 or M4 available.