Latest SQ5 with 354PS V6 TFSI joins UK Audi range following its recent world debut.

Latest SQ5 with 354PS V6 TFSI joins UK Audi range following its recent world debut at the NAIAS in Detroit

• All-new SQ5 TFSI now available to order priced from £51,200 OTR – first UK deliveries expected in June
• Newly adopted 3.0 TFSI petrol engine with 354PS and 500Nm (368.8 lb-ft), 0 to 62mph in 5.4 seconds
• S-specific styling enhancements and a high level of standard equipment, including 'S' suspension with electronic damper control
• MMI Navigation Plus, Audi connect, electric seats, Fine Nappa leather, 20-inch alloy wheels and Audi drive select as standard
• Matrix LED lights, virtual cockpit, head-up display and predictive efficiency assistant among the key options

Part high-achieving performance car,  part resilient and family-ready SUV – the Audi SQ5 is already a firm UK favourite on the strength of its impressively well-rounded skillset, and from this week its all-new successor retakes its rightful place at the head of the Q5 range offering an even more concentrated dose of that successful formula. 

Based around a new and highly sophisticated powertrain incorporating TFSI petrol power for the first time, and enhanced by the many design and technology advances from which the entire Q5 range has benefited, the SQ5 returns with an OTR price of £51,200, and is expected with its first UK customers in June.

Charged with propelling 35kg less weight thanks in part to sophisticated new body architecture, the more powerful 354PS TFSI promises 5.4-second 0-62mph pace in the quattro all-wheel-driven figurehead without ruling out real world fuel efficiency.

The new 3.0-litre TFSI is the successor to the unit first used by the S4 and S5 performance flagships, and replaces its supercharger with a new twin-scroll turbocharger located within the 90-degree V of the cylinder banks that delivers even keener and stronger response. This is evident not only in the healthy 354PS power peak but also in the 500Nm of torque which remains available from 1,370rpm right through to 4,500rpm.  

Thanks to super-efficient new Audi-developed combustion technology based on the so-called ‘B cycle’ process the advanced new six-cylinder is also able to deliver up to 34mpg according to the NEDC test, equating to CO₂output of 189 grams per km with the standard 20-inch ‘5 twin-spoke star’ alloy wheels on board. The engine’s 14kg weight advantage over its predecessor also works in favour of overall efficiency.

An eight-speed tiptronic transmission complements the powerful yet impressively linear delivery of the V6 with inherently smooth yet fittingly sporting shifts. The lower gears feature short ratios, while the upper gears are long in the interest of fuel conservation. 

If required the transmission can freewheel as soon as the driver lifts off the accelerator at speeds of between 34mph and 99mph for even greater fuel efficiency.

Being both a Q5 and a member of the Audi ‘S’ series, the SQ5 is naturally quattro all-wheel-drive-equipped. 

During normal driving, the system distributes power with a slight rear-axle bias, but when necessary it can divert the majority to whichever axle has better traction. It is backed up by wheel-selective torque control, which slightly brakes the inside wheels during faster cornering to tuck the SQ5 into the bend, and then helps to prolong handling neutrality and precision once the car is committed.

For even greater adjustability and agility a sport differential is also available on the options list. It actively distributes torque between the rear wheels via two superposition stages, helping to literally push the car into bends and to contain understeer. Its management is integrated into the Audi drive select control system.

Also controllable via Audi drive select is the electronically regulated ‘S’ suspension, using an adaptive CDC damping (continuous damping control) setup. 

This system allows the driver to adapt damper response to suit the driving situation, offering a more compliant setting for everyday cruising and a tauter and more dynamic mode for faster, more challenging driving.

Body and exterior design

Even when stationary, an array of details underlines the dynamic characteristics of the new Audi SQ5. The bumpers up front and in the rear are complemented by more strongly contoured, S-specific air inlets and a diffuser with a honeycomb grille. 

Another S-specific feature is the radiator grille with double aluminium slats and contrasting trim elements in matt twilight grey. The S logo with red rhombus is used in numerous locations to set additional accents.

LED technology is standard for all lighting functions, including the Audi Beam which projects the four rings logo onto the floor using LEDs when the doors are opened. Illuminated door sills also bear exclusive S logos. High beam assist is also factory fitted. The dynamic indicators ensure a high recognition factor.

Matrix LED headlights are optionally available, featuring a special Q signature and adding dynamic indicators at the front.  In profile, aluminium-look exterior mirrors and door trim strips finished in the body colour underscore the model’s exclusivity. The rear bumper houses the S-specific twin exhaust tailpipes of the dual-branch exhaust system and an aluminium diffuser clasp.

Interior

Contrasting stitching on the leather steering wheel and sport seats create a dynamic and elegant ambiance. The S sport seats are upholstered in fine Nappa leather with diamond stitching and are electrically adjustable. Matt brushed aluminium inlays are standard and an exclusive carbon inlay is optionally available. 

Aluminium-look shift paddles enable the driver to quickly shift the tiptronic’s gears. The pedals and footrest are finished in stainless steel.

The standard rear seat bench plus in the new Audi SQ5 is split into three segments. Depending on the position of the rear seat bench, the luggage compartment has a standard capacity of 500 to 610 litres. When the rear bench is folded down, this volume grows to 1,550 litres.

Infotainment and Audi connect

As standard, the SQ5 TFSI is fitted with the top-of-the-line MMI navigation plus infotainment system with MMI all-in-touch and an 8.3-inch display. The system recognises handwritten input as well as touch gestures familiar from consumer electronics, such as zoom. 

It also provides haptic feedback to input. One element is Audi connect, which connects the new SQ5 to the internet via LTE. 

Audi connect enables convenient roaming in Europe for many connected infotainment services with its permanently installed SIM card – the Audi connect SIM with a flat data rate. A 36-month subscription is included as standard.

With the package “Audi connect safety & Service”, customers receive help automatically or at the push of a button via the emergency call and online roadside assistance services in the event of an accident or breakdown.

Furthermore, users can easily lock and unlock the SQ5 via the MMI connect app on their smartphones. Customers can also check vehicle’s status and use additional services such as Car Finder and information about the next service appointments or warning messages.

The MMI operating logic is based on the flat hierarchies used in today’s smartphones, and it offers such features as intelligent free-text search. The natural-language voice control function also recognises inputs from everyday speech.

Serving as an additional third operating level in the new Audi SQ5 is the leather-covered multifunction steering wheel. Audi can deliver a newly developed head-up display as an option. It projects relevant information onto the windshield – including from driver assistance systems – as symbols and numbers that can be perceived quickly.

One highlight of the display and control concept is the optional Audi virtual cockpit. It displays all key information in razor-sharp graphics on its 12.3-inch monitor. Views available to the driver include an S-specific sport mode centred around the rev counter.

The Audi phone box, another optional feature, connects the smartphone to the on-board antenna by near-field coupling and simultaneously charges it inductively using the Qi standard. 

The Bang & Olufsen Sound System with new 3D sound is available for hi-fi fans. The Audi smartphone interface brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into the car.

Driver assistance systems

The new Audi SQ5 also picks up the driver assistance systems from the broad, high-tech portfolio of the Audi Q5.

The predictive efficiency assistant provides specific driving tips to helps the driver save fuel. Adaptive cruise control (ACC) including traffic jam assist can handle some of the steering work in slow-moving traffic. Audi active lane assist makes it easier to stay in lane. Distance warning alerts the driver when the distance to a vehicle drops below a safe distance.

Cross traffic assist rear, the exit warning system, collision avoidance assist and turn assist are other new features for safety in everyday traffic. 

The same is true for the pre-sense systems: Audi pre sense city is standard. The system warns the driver about pedestrians and vehicles, and initiates automatic emergency braking within system limits. Park assist, the camera-based recognition of traffic signs and hill descent control round out the features.

The evil looking Chevy Trax Midnight edition, looks stunning all in black, Shame it wont be available in the UK.

New Midnight Edition adds distinction to small SUV

Chevrolet today announced the 2016 Trax Midnight Edition – a blacked-out styling statement for the small SUV, offering customers a bold choice and adding to the momentum of the brand’s record 2015 crossover sales.

Based on the LTZ trim, the Midnight Edition features black wheels, bezels, beltline molding and door handles, along with a black rear license plate applique. Inside, the seats are trimmed with gray accents and the floor mats feature gray piping.

“Introduced just a year ago, the Trax has quickly become an important vehicle for Chevrolet, bringing in new, younger and more female buyers to the brand,” said Betsy Flegg, senior marketing manager, Chevrolet Crossovers. “The small SUV segment is the fastest growing in the industry and models such as the new Trax Midnight Edition provides customers an expressive option.”

Trax sales were 57,707 for the first 11 months of 2015, placing it second in the segment, with almost 20-percent market share. Chevrolet crossover sales were up 35 percent for the same period.

Fusing small-car agility and utility convenience of an SUV, Trax offers up to 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space. A 1.4L turbocharged engine offers the efficiency of a small displacement engine – an EPA-estimated 34 mpg highway (FWD models) – with the power of a larger engine on-demand. Connectivity features include an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

Trax is joined by a full complement of Chevy crossovers and SUVs including the Equinox, Traverse, Tahoe and Suburban.

The Trax Midnight Edition goes on sale in late February 2016, with a package price of $500, in addition to the Trax LTZ’s $26,125 suggested retail price (MSRP includes destination charge, but excludes tax, title and other dealer fees).

Fastest ever series production BMW, very limited, very fast, and very awesome looking, that will be the M4 GTS

• Fastest series-production BMW road car ever
• 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds, yet still offers 34mpg on Combined Cycle
• World debut of BMW organic LED lighting technology
• Limited production run of 700 cars, with 30 coming to the UK
• On sale in March, 2016 and priced at £120,770 OTR

Ultra-desirable, lightweight performance models have always been part of the BMW philosophy. These limited-edition M-badged cars always deliver the ultimate in sports-oriented design, power with efficiency and precise driving dynamics. Today, that family lineage welcomes its latest member – the all-new BMW M4 GTS.

Quite simply, it is the fastest production road car the brand has ever offered to customers. Developed and tested extensively at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, it has recorded a lap time of 7mins 28 secs – almost 30 seconds quicker than a standard M4.

Unique exterior design elements demonstrate the performance credentials of the car, and include the world premiere of BMW’s Organic Light with LED (OLED) lighting technology on a series-production model. Inside, the rear bench has been completely removed to save weight, leaving two carbon-fibre sports seats.

Under the bonnet is an enhanced version of the 3.0-litre six-cylinder twin-turbo petrol engine, tuned to deliver 500hp. The result is a car which accelerates from zero to 62mph in only 3.8 seconds, and has a top speed limited to 190mph.

With its intelligent lightweight design, the new BMW M4 GTS has a kerb weight of only 1,510kg. It has been engineered to provide a truly authentic motorsport-derived driving experience, agile and potent in every way. With precision handling and unprecedented levels of feedback, it is focused on track use, but meets all global regulations for use on public roads.

The car’s one-year production run will see just 700 examples built worldwide, with UK sales of 30 units. That equates to four per cent of the total, making Britain the fourth-largest market.

The M4 GTS will make its world debut at the Tokyo Motor Show on 28 October

2015. Production will begin in March 2016 with launch scheduled for June 2016. The UK price is £121,770 OTR .

Model	Price from OTR	Power Hp	Torque Nm	0 – 62mph Seconds	Top Speed Mph	Combined Mpg	CO2 Emissions g/km
M4 GTS	£121,770	500	600	3.8	190	34	199

M Cars: Setting the pace in the sports car class over five decades

Founded in 1972 under its original name of BMW Motorsport GmbH, BMW’s performance-oriented M division has a proud and successful history of limited-edition models. That began in 1988 with the launch of M3 Evolution, and continued with the BMW M3 Sport Evolution (1990), the BMW M3 GT (1995), the BMW M3 CSL (2003), the BMW M3 GTS (2010) and the BMW M3 CRT (2011).

With a new naming strategy in place for the mid-size coupé, the lineage continues with the new BMW M4 GTS. It is a car for passionate and enthusiastic drivers, a state-of-the-art showcase of the engineering expertise of the M team. Boasting powerful, motor sport-inspired looks and high-performance innovations in powertrain, chassis and lightweight construction the M4 GTS has its sights set squarely on the race track. A lap time of 7 mins 28 secs minutes around the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife is a clear statement of its exceptional abilities.

Limited to 700 units, the largest market will be the USA, accounting for 43 per cent of production. This car marks the first time that a high-performance special edition in the M3/M4 model range has made available in the important North American market.

Frank van Meel, CEO of BMW M GmbH, commented: “Special-edition models like the BMW M3 GTS and BMW M3 CRT have a decades-long tradition in our mid-size line-up – and that continues with the BMW M4 GTS.

He continued: “These cars sharpen the character of the BMW M brand and embody an emotionally rich and exclusive driving experience. We’ve taken a radical route with the set-up of the BMW M4 GTS to create a sports machine for the race track that delivers top-end dynamics and inspirational performance. It allows us to demonstrate what is possible today with a road-legal car.”

The engine: the beating heart of every BMW M car

TheBMW M4 GTS uses the award-winning six-cylinder in-line M TwinPower turbo engine from the BMW M4 Coupé. However, innovative water injection technology has been utilised to give the 3.0-litre unit a substantial power boost. It relaxes the thermal constraints on power and torque, and has already proved itself on race tracks around the world this season, on board the BMW M4 MotoGP Safety Car.

Water is injected as a fine spray into the intake manifold plenum chamber where it evaporates, significantly lowering the temperature of the intake air. This reduces the final compression temperature in the combustion chamber, which also reduces the risk of unburnt fuel and ‘engine knock’. Consequently, it allows the turbocharged engine to operate with higher boost pressure and earlier spark timing. The result is increased power and torque, and a substantial improvement in efficiency.

Water for the system is housed in a 5-litre tank in the car’s boot. Under hard track driving, it would need to be topped up every time the vehicle is refuelled, but under normal operating conditions the intervals are much longer. Even with fast motorway driving, it will only need attention every fifth refuelling stop. Otherwise the system is maintenance-free, for maximum everyday practicality.

The BMW M4 GTS is the first production road car to be fitted with such innovative technology. It raises the engine’s output significantly from 431hp in the standard car to 500hp, and increases torque from 550Nm to 600Nm. The zero to 62mph time drops from 4.1 seconds to 3.8 seconds. Fuel economy remains unchanged at 34mpg, CO₂ emissions increase marginally to 199g/km and the BMW M4 GTS complies with the EU6 emissions standard.

Capable of 7,600rpm and with peak power at 6,250rpm, the engine offers linear power delivery over a wide engine speed range. The M TwinPower Turbo package comprises two fast-responding mono-scroll turbochargers, high-precision injection, VALVETRONIC variable valve control and Double-VANOS continuously variable camshaft timing. 

The valve and camshaft timing work in tandem to seamlessly control intake valve lift. The result is smooth and efficient power delivery, very sharp response and reduced fuel consumption and emissions.

The engine is mated to a seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT), which selects the optimum ratio for every driving situation. It means no interruption to the flow of power to the rear wheels. 

The driver can also select gears manually using either shift paddles on the steering wheel or the selector lever. Equipped with three Drivelogic shift programs – engaged using the Drivelogic button on the centre console – each offers a different gear-change speed and alters the rpm points at which the shifts take place. 

Both DriveLogic and the car’s Launch Control technology have been re-tuned to complement the engine’s increased output.

Lightweight design at every opportunity

Intelligent lightweight construction has allowed BMW’s M engineers to limit the car’s DIN kerb weight to just 1,510kg. That means an outstanding weight-to-power ratio of 3.0kg/hp, creating the perfect platform for a highly dynamic driving experience. The rigorous weight-saving measures extend through both the interior and exterior. 

For example, changes include carbon-fibre bucket seats; a lightweight centre console, rear seat panelling and boot partition; and special lightweight door and side panel trim, which includes M striped door pull loops in place of solid handles.

The same commitment extends to details which are out of view. For example, the instrument panel bracing tube is made from carbon fibre, while the bonnet, roof and front splitter are constructed from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP). All lightweight components play an important role in lowering the centre of gravity and further improving axle load distribution.

Exterior design

With its muscular contours, prominent three-dimensional styling and dramatic splitter – complete with Acid Orange and exposed carbon fibre detailing – there is no mistaking the BMW M4 GTS. It paints a picture of uncompromising sports performance and highlights the car’s superior performance.

The splitter divides the air, channelling part of it deliberately under the car to optimise aerodynamics. It can be set in two different positions, for road and track. Other characteristic design elements, such as the familiar twin circular Adaptive LED headlights, and the eye-catching front grille with M double slat bars in black, have been reworked to create real presence on the road.

Hallmarks such as the striking M division exterior mirrors with twin-stalks and the powerdome bonnet are there. Made from CFRP, it weighs 25 per cent less than an aluminium equivalent and features a large air vent for cooling and reduction in front-end lift.

The flanks feature many M car signatures. The long bonnet, long wheelbase, set-back greenhouse and short overhangs are emphasised by contemporary design elements such as the muscular wheel arches and dramatic surfacing. 

Also present are the M gills, finished in high-gloss black like the kidney grille surround, which house breathers to optimise airflow. Viewed in profile, the dark-coloured, clear-coated CFRP roof and sweeping roofline gives the BMW M4 GTS an aggressive and low-to-the-road look.

Unmissable at the rear is the striking spoiler. It’s attached to the boot lid by two intricate aluminium struts, for high stiffness and low weight. It can be adjusted through three positions, one for road driving and two others that can be selected according to individual preference on the track.

The car features a titanium quad-pipe exhaust system. Each pipe has a diameter of 80mm and a laser-engraved M emblem. Key to the appeal of any performance car is its exhaust note, and the BMW M4 GTS is no different. An emotionally charged and unmistakable BMW M sound is audible over the entire engine speed range.

The exhaust pipes are framed by a rear apron and flank the exposed carbon-fibre diffuser. It works with the car’s other aerodynamic features to optimise airflow, improving downforce and road-holding.

The wheels are another visible treat which set the M4 GTS apart. The forged M light-alloy wheels (19-inch at the front, 20-inch at the rear), feature a distinctive star-spoke design in Acid Orange and polished surfacing. 

They’re fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres (265/35 R19 at the front, 285/30 R20 at the rear). Developed specifically for the BMW M4 GTS and integrated into the design of the suspension right from the drawing board, they play a role in the car’s outstanding mechanical traction and feedback through corners.

The interior

The flawless ergonomics and clear driver focus of the BMW M4 GTS interior are evidence of the car’s design brief to deliver top-class driver enjoyment. The interior architecture takes its cues from motorsport and includes two carbon-fibre bucket seats as standard, providing excellent lateral support and comfort over long distances. They also weigh 50 per cent less than those in the standard M4.

Seat covers are finished in Merino leather with contrast stitching, anthracite-coloured Alcantara and M stripes on the backrests. The M sports steering wheel, also covered in anthracite-coloured Alcantara, has a perforated stripe in contrasting Acid Orange at the top to mark the central position.

The new centre console of the BMW M4 GTS is asymmetric in design and lightweight in construction. Like the handbrake lever gaiter, it’s covered in anthracite-coloured Alcantara with edging in dark grey contrast stitching. The interior door panels and rear side panels include lightweight design elements produced specially for the BMW M4 GTS. Door handles have been replaced by pull loops to save weight.

The rear seats have been replaced by an innovative glass-fibre-reinforced plastic (GFRP) shelf, combined with a rear panel made from a carbon-fibre sandwich construction both covered in anthracite-coloured Alcantara. Lowering the car’s weight and centre of gravity, they ensure exceptional rigidity.

Chassis and driving dynamics: unbeatable precision and feedback

The BMW M division specialises in developing cars that combine precise steering, excellent controllability even in extreme driving situations, and outstanding agility. The new M4 GTS continues the brand’s commitment to cars which offer a refined driving experience, combined with superb traction and stability.

First and foremost, dynamic driving depends on mechanical systems which combine low weight with high stiffness. Specially designed for the BMW M4 GTS, the three-way M coilover suspension features adjustable compression and rebound settings, with independent adjustment of low-speed and high-speed compression. 

This allows the suspension to be customised to the characteristics of different tracks. Moreover, the anti-roll bars and support mounts are closely matched to the significantly increased engine power, producing exceptional control and predictable handling.

Like the BMW M3/M4, the BMW M4 GTS is equipped with lightweight aluminium control arms, wheel carriers and axle subframes. Just on the front axle, this cuts weight by 5kg compared with using conventional steel components. 

Play-free ball joints and specially developed elastomer bearings provide optimal, direct transmission of longitudinal and transverse forces. The aluminium stiffening plate, CFRP front strut tower brace and additional bolted connections between the axle subframe and body structure all make for a stiffer front end.

At the rear, all control arms and wheel carriers on the five-link axle are of forged aluminium, which reduces the unsprung mass of the wheel-locating components by around three kilograms compared with a conventional design. The racing-derived rigid connection between the rear axle subframe and the body – dispensing with rubber bushings – improves wheel location and tracking stability.

Outstanding performance from personalised driving dynamics

Drivers of the BMW M4 GTS can choose their own personal combination of drive settings, focusing on an extreme track performance set-up or a more tempered approach for road use.

The three-way M coilover suspension – specially tuned for this model – can be adjusted to individual tastes and therefore also to the demands of different race circuits. The electro-mechanical steering system was developed in-house by the BMW M division. 

It electronically adjusts the level of power-assist according to road speed, providing optimal steering characteristics at all speeds. The Servotronic button on the centre console offers three different settings, each with its own specific profile: COMFORT, SPORT and SPORT+.

Characteristics of the electronic accelerator pedal can be customised using the M Motordynamic Control system. For track use, priority can be given to instantaneous and explosive power delivery, while on the road, a more measured response is possible. Different shift characteristics for the seven-speed M double-clutch transmission can be selected using the Drivelogic button on the centre console.

Via the M Drive menu, two sets of preferred personal configurations can be programmed into the M1 or M2 steering wheel buttons for instant access. These personalised settings for all the relevant systems can then be activated while driving at a single touch.

In keeping with its outstanding performance potential, the BMW M4 GTS is equipped as standard with lightweight, optimised, ultra-high-performance M carbon ceramic brakes. These are designed for an enhanced track capability and longer life.

Visually, they can be distinguished by their gold-painted six-piston (front) or four-piston (rear) brake callipers with coloured M logo. They boast excellent controllability, outstanding deceleration and stable, fade-resistant performance. Being much lighter than a conventional brake system, they also contribute to the all-round reduction in weight.

Other features helping to add an extra edge to the driving dynamics include the rear differential’s hollow lightweight output shafts and the Active M Differential. 

To optimise traction and stability, the latter uses an electronically controlled multi-plate limited-slip system, adapted to the enhanced performance capability of the BMW M4 GTS. The differential is proactively controlled with extremely high precision and speed. Its control unit is linked to the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system and takes into account accelerator pedal position, wheel speeds and vehicle yaw.

M Dynamic Mode (MDM), a special DSC setting, can be activated whenever drivers want an extra-sporty driving experience. Whereas DSC focuses on correcting understeer or oversteer, MDM allows more wheel slip for controlled drifting. 

This mode caters to the more skilled drivers, although – unlike DSC OFF mode – the system still intervenes if the vehicle reaches a critical stability threshold. The DSC system and the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) have been configured to take account of the BMW M4 GTS’s increased performance and its newly developed three-way coilover suspension.

World-first lighting technology

The rear lights of the BMW M4 GTS are the first of any series-produced vehicle to feature BMW Organic Light with OLED technology. OLEDs (organic light-emitting diodes) generate their light using wafer-thin layers of semi-conducting organic materials. Unlike LEDs, which emit their light in the form of points, OLEDs light up over their full surface with a homogeneous effect. 

The L-shaped flat design measures just 1.4mm in height, and has the ability to trigger individual light modules separately. This opens up fresh possibilities for a characteristic and distinctive BMW lighting design, both in daylight and during the hours of darkness.

At the front of the car are the familiar twin circular Adaptive LED headlights with corona rings to ensure the best possible illumination of the road surface. They combine cutting-edge LED technology with dazzle-free high beam assistant called BMW Selective Beam allowing the beam to follow corners and part around cars in front to provide optimum visibility in all conditions.

Standard equipment

The BMW M4 GTS underlines its impressive dynamic calibre with a range of carefully selected and exclusive equipment fitted at the factory. As well as the high-quality Alcantara/Merino leather interior trim, the car comes with BMW Navigation Professional, air conditioning, Adaptive LED Headlights with BMW Selective Beam, Park Distance Control (PDC) at the front and rear, automatically dimming rear-view and exterior mirrors and BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line trim.

A selection of signature BMW M equipment is fitted as standard. This includes M door sill finishers, M footrest, M gearshift lever, M-specific circular instruments with white graphics, plus an M sports steering wheel with chrome-finish gearshift paddles.

Three colours are available for the exterior paintwork. As well as the exclusive Frozen Dark Grey metallic, customers can also choose from Sapphire Black metallic and Alpine White.

Optional extras

Owners who want to further enhance the race track credentials of their M4 GTS can fit the optional Clubsport package. It includes a roll cage in Acid Orange behind the front seats, race-specification six-point harness and a fire extinguisher. It is available at no cost.

Further individual touches can be added as optional extras. These include BMW Head-Up Display with M-specific display, BMW Online Entertainment and Internet to allow in car connection to online music streaming and internet access. 

Meanwhile, the M Lap-timer app is the perfect tool for the
BMW M4 GTS at its principal hunting ground – the race track. It records driving data for precise analysis and to help drivers improve their performance. The data can be shared with friends or acquaintances via social media.

Finally for UK vehicles, the optional Carbon Fibre Interior Performance Package can be specified which adds the unique BMW M Performance Alcantara steering wheel with OLED race display and carbon trim as well as the additional Carbon Fibre trim around the DCT Gear Selector. 

The OLED race display is the perfect complement for the BMW M4 GTS with two-toned LED gear-shift displays to the left and right of the wheel accompanied by the central OLED display which displays Race, Sport or EfficientDynamic mode controlled by wheel mounted buttons. 

Features such as a stop watch and g-meter are included and up to 50 lap times can be stored as well as the driver’s best score for speed and lateral and forward acceleration. The Carbon Fibre Interior Performance Package is available for £1,090.