BMW M8 vs BMW M4

2023 BMW M4
2023 BMW M4
$74,700MSRP
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2023 BMW M8
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
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2023 BMW M4
$74,700MSRP
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2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2015-Present

Years produced

2020-Present

MSRP

$74,700

MSRP

$134,100

Average price

$61,764

Average price

$89,768

Listings

1111

Listings

416
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Multiple body styles
  • Great handling
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Limited availability of CSL version
Pros
  • Fun to drive
  • Premium interior materials
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Not much cargo space
  • Hard to enter and exit
  • Minor confusion related to assisted driving tech

Reviews Summary

BMW is increasingly defined by electrification, technology, and luxury, but the BMW M4 shows Bavaria’s automaker still cares about performance.

As the M version of the BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible, the M4 would have previously been designated a BMW M3. But the automaker split the two-door versions into a separate line for the 2014 model year, keeping the M3 name for the sedan. That makes the M4 a descendent of legendary models like the E30 M3 coupe. And like the E30, the modern M4 has a motorsport pedigree, as it’s currently BMW’s weapon of choice in the GT3 and GT4 sports-car classes.

The current-generation M4 was introduced for the 2021 model year. The big change for the 2023 model year is the addition of the BMW M4 CSL, a hardcore limited edition that’s both more powerful and lighter than the standard M4. This is only the third BMW has broken out the CSL badge for, after the 1972 E9 3.0 CSL and 2003 E46 M3 CSL (which wasn’t sold in the United States), and like those cars, the M4 CSL will be rare. Global production is capped at 1,000 units.

We spent some time in an M4 CSL on twisty roads around Palm Springs, California, to see if this once-in-a-generation model is a real improvement over the standard M4, and whether any M4 can live up to BMW M’s legendary reputation.

Reviews Summary

Available in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colors than before.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 473 hp I6

Engine

4.4L 617 hp V8

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

4

Seating Capacity

4

Horsepower

473 hp @ 6250 rpm

Horsepower

617 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

16

MPG City

15

MPG Highway

23

MPG Highway

22
2023 BMW M4
2023 BMW M4
$74,700MSRP
Overview
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2023 BMW M8
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
Overview
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2023 BMW M4
$74,700MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
Years produced
2015-Present
2020-Present
MSRP
$74,700
$134,100
Average price
$61,764
$89,768
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
4.9
Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

Read full review

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Multiple body styles
  • Great handling
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Limited availability of CSL version
Pros
  • Fun to drive
  • Premium interior materials
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Not much cargo space
  • Hard to enter and exit
  • Minor confusion related to assisted driving tech
Summary

BMW is increasingly defined by electrification, technology, and luxury, but the BMW M4 shows Bavaria’s automaker still cares about performance.

As the M version of the BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible, the M4 would have previously been designated a BMW M3. But the automaker split the two-door versions into a separate line for the 2014 model year, keeping the M3 name for the sedan. That makes the M4 a descendent of legendary models like the E30 M3 coupe. And like the E30, the modern M4 has a motorsport pedigree, as it’s currently BMW’s weapon of choice in the GT3 and GT4 sports-car classes.

The current-generation M4 was introduced for the 2021 model year. The big change for the 2023 model year is the addition of the BMW M4 CSL, a hardcore limited edition that’s both more powerful and lighter than the standard M4. This is only the third BMW has broken out the CSL badge for, after the 1972 E9 3.0 CSL and 2003 E46 M3 CSL (which wasn’t sold in the United States), and like those cars, the M4 CSL will be rare. Global production is capped at 1,000 units.

We spent some time in an M4 CSL on twisty roads around Palm Springs, California, to see if this once-in-a-generation model is a real improvement over the standard M4, and whether any M4 can live up to BMW M’s legendary reputation.

Available in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colors than before.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
3.0L 473 hp I6
4.4L 617 hp V8
Drive Train
RWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
4
4
Horsepower
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
16
15
MPG Highway
23
22
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