2026 BMW M4
Starting MSRP
$81,300
to $97,500
About the 2026 BMW M4
The 2026 BMW M4 enters the performance segment with four distinct trims, anchored by a base output of 473 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque from its 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine. Pricing scales from the entry point of $81,300 up to $97,500 for the top configurations. Drive dynamics are primarily rear-wheel drive with a standard 6-speed manual transmission on the base model, though three other trims utilize an 8-speed automatic, including two xDrive AWD variants. The vehicle maintains a compact performance footprint, measuring 189.1 inches in length and 74.3 inches in width. For practicality, the 2026 BMW M4 Coupe offers 15.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, suitable for occasional utility alongside its performance mandate. Fuel consumption requires premium unleaded, a standard consideration for this power level.
Key Highlights
Standard Manual Transmission
The base 2dr Coupe trim offers a 6-speed manual transmission, providing direct driver engagement preferred by enthusiasts prioritizing mechanical linkage over automated efficiency.
Performance Scaling
The 2026 BMW M4 offers a $16,200 price spread across its four trims, allowing buyers to select between the 473 hp RWD setup and higher-tier Competition models utilizing an 8-speed automatic.
Coupe Passenger Space
Despite its performance orientation, the M4 Coupe provides 41.7 inches of front legroom, offering substantial space for the driver relative to its 112.5-inch wheelbase.
AWD Competition Availability
Two of the four available trims feature Competition xDrive AWD, optimizing traction for the 8-speed automatic layout at the upper echelon of the M4 lineup.
Best For
Driving Purists
- The availability of a 6-speed manual transmission in the entry-level 2dr Coupe trim appeals directly to drivers valuing tactile control over all other metrics.
Performance Modifiers
- Buyers seeking maximum performance potential can opt for the Competition xDrive AWD trim, ensuring optimal power delivery across varied surface conditions.
Budget-Conscious Enthusiasts
- With a starting price of $81,300, the 2026 BMW M4 presents a compelling performance entry point compared to higher-priced competitors in its class.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | $81,300 | rear wheel drive | 473 hp | - |
| Competition 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | $85,500 | rear wheel drive | 503 hp | - |
| Competition xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | $97,500 | all wheel drive | 523 hp | - |
| Competition xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | $90,600 | all wheel drive | 523 hp | - |
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Features Comparison
Feature
2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
Competition 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Competition xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Competition xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
| Feature | 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | Competition 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | Competition xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | Competition xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (34 features) | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Brake Drying | ||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||
| Cornering Lights | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||
| Driver Only Side-Mounted Airbags (with Head Protection Chamber) | — | — | — | |
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | — | |||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Fixed Headrests | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | — | |||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||
| Rear Fixed Headrests | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | — | |||
| Rear Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Self-Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 473 hp @ 6250 rpm | 503 hp @ 6250 rpm | 523 hp @ 6250 rpm | 523 hp @ 6250 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 6 | inline 6 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
| Number of Valves | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft @ 2650 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (7 features) | ||||
| Drivetrain Type | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Rear Differential Type | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | — | — |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
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| Fuel (3 features) | ||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 0/0 mi. | 0/0 mi. | 0/0 mi. | 0/0 mi. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (6 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Hybrid Component Warranty | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (21 features) | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | — | |||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||
| In Car Entertainment (13 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 14.9 in | 14.9 in | 14.9 in | 14.9 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon |
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months |
| Speaker System | 16 | 16 | 12 | 16 |
| Stereo Power | 464W | 464W | 408W | 464W |
| Subwoofer Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| One-Touch Power Windows | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror | ||||
| Frontseats (16 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Front Head Room | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.3 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.7 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Sport | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Seat Material: Premium Leather | ||||
| Rearseats (4 features) | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 35.8 in. | 35.8 in. | 36.1 in. | 35.8 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. | 32.5 in. | 34.7 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 51.0 in. | 51.0 in. | 43.9 in. | 51.0 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Tires and Wheels (4 features) | ||||
| Tire Size | 285/35R Z | 285/30R | 285/30R | 285/30R |
| Tire Type | Performance | Performance | Performance | Performance |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 19 x 10.5 in | 20 x 10.5 in. | 20 x 10.5 in. | 20 x 10.5 in. |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (13 features) | ||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds | 3.6 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 15.5 cu.ft. | 15.5 cu.ft. | 15.5 cu.ft. | 15.5 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany |
| Curb Weight | 3829 lbs. | 3880 lbs. | 4306 lbs. | 3979 lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4751 lbs. | 4751 lbs. | — | 4861 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in. | 4.7 in. | 4.8 in. | 4.8 in. |
| Height | 55.0 in. | 55.0 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.0 in. |
| Length | 189.1 in. | 189.1 in. | 189.1 in. | 189.1 in. |
| Maximum Payload | 769 lbs. | 769 lbs. | — | 769 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 41.3 ft. | 41.3 ft. | 41.3 ft. | 41.3 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in. | 112.5 in. | 112.5 in. | 112.5 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. | 81.9 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. |
| Telematics (9 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||
| Concierge Service | ||||
| Destination Download | ||||
| Emergency Service | ||||
| Hands-Free Calling | ||||
| Mobile Internet Access | ||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the base horsepower output for the 2026 BMW M4?
The standard engine configuration for the 2026 BMW M4 produces 473 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. This is consistent across all engine configurations, though output may vary by trim level specifications not fully detailed.
Does the 2026 BMW M4 offer an all-wheel-drive option?
Yes, two of the four available trims feature all-wheel drive via the Competition xDrive designation. These AWD models are exclusively paired with the 8-speed automatic transmission.
What is the price range for the 2026 BMW M4 lineup?
The manufacturer's suggested retail price range for the 2026 BMW M4 spans from $81,300 for the base 2dr Coupe to $97,500 for the highest trim level.
How much cargo space is available in the 2026 BMW M4 Coupe?
The 2026 BMW M4 Coupe is rated with 15.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This measurement applies to the fixed-roof variant and should be considered when planning for utility.
Can I purchase the 2026 BMW M4 with a manual transmission in a Competition model?
No, the 6-speed manual transmission is specified only for the entry-level 2dr Coupe trim. All three Competition trims, including the RWD variant, utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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