BMW M4 Convertible Spied Testing
Now that BMW has whet our appetite by unveiling the M4 Coupe Concept, the production M4 coupe and convertible just can’t come soon enough.
AutoGuide‘s spy photographers were able to catch the upcoming M4 convertible testing, which won’t offer too many surprises once the production M4 coupe makes an appearance. Recent reports state that the M4 coupe will make its official debut at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show and no manual transmission will be available for the next-generation sports car from BMW.
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Unfortunately, the German automaker still hasn’t spilled the details on what will be powering the M4 variants, but it’s believed to have around 450 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque from a turbocharged six-cylinder. It’s not just the powerplant however that will boost performance compared to the E92 M3 coupe, the M4 will go on a significant diet and will be several hundred pounds lighter than the standard 4 Series model.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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