BMW M4 CS Teases with a Thrilling Snow Waltz - What to Expect from the 2024 Powerhouse
It's not every day that one gets to witness automotive artistry in motion against a picture-perfect snow canvas. But sometimes, the stars align, the heavens part, and the automotive gods grace us with a spectacle that sends shivers down the spines of car enthusiasts all over the globe. This time, the protagonist of our frosty fairytale is none other than BMW’s enigmatic M4 CS, caught in an elegant dance on snow-kissed tarmac.
As whispers turn into bated breaths on the approach of the world premiere of BMW's much-vaunted M4 CS, the latest encounter comes courtesy of Sport Auto’s Christian Gebhardt, the lucky virtuoso who carved his name into automotive lore by taming the limited-edition beast amid swirling snowflakes and icy roads that resemble a scenic winter wonderland.
The Untamed Snow Dancer: M4 CS in RWD Glory
The video footage that surfaced showcases the M4 CS's tail-hearty genetics, unfurling proof that what we see—a cloak of gossamer-thin camouflage—conceals a prototype revelling in 2WD mode. Ripping through corners with the same spirited gusto that catapulted the M3 CS Sedan into stardom, the M4 CS is expected to flaunt the xDrive system, though with the delightful option to snub the dynamic stability control (DSC) system for those desiring the unadulterated joys of a RWD masterpiece.
Track Titan: A Nürburgring Stalwart Emerges
Bared by BMW as their quickest factory steed to gallop around the haunting curves of the Nürburgring, the M4 CS has the automotive world’s eyes set on 2024, with M division chieftain Frank van Meel setting the stage for an epic reveal. Following last year's four-door model's lineage, the M4 CS promises captivating visuals via revamped headlights and an exclusive palette possibly featuring hues like Riviera Blue, Mexico Blue, or Daytona Beach Blue - each color a fitting cloak for such a formidable knight of the road.
Power, Grace, and Grit: The M4 CS's Heart and Soul
Under the hood rumbles a twin-turbo inline-six engine with the brawn of 543 spectacular horses and 650 Newton-meters (479 lb-ft) of torque, sharing its heartbeat with siblings like the M3 CS and M4 CSL. But unlike the two-seater M4 CSL, the M4 CS upholds the tradition of a rear bench, trading a little weight savings for familial harmony. When the xDrive joins this power party, bets are on the hallowed grounds of the Green Hell, where M4 CS might well eclipse the M4 CSL’s critically acclaimed 7-minute and 18.137-second Nürburgring lap miracle.
Transmissions and Traditions: M4 CS Keeps it Automatic
Keen observers will note the G82-generation M4 CS’s commitment to an automatic transmission. Echoing the precedent set by the M3 CS Sedan, a manual affair appears to be off the table, a move likely mirrored in next year’s M3 CS Touring edition. For purists, the loss of the clutch pedal might sting, but the promise of uncompromised performance is a soothing balm.
Countdown to Curtain-Rise: What Awaits Enthusiasts
Insiders hover near Munich paint a timeline with production pens poised for a July start, plotting a course that points to a grand revelation inching closer every day. While the facelifted M4 might steal the limelight temporarily, the M4 CS is destined to dominate the stage with an 11-month, limited engagement and a choir of up to 2,000 harmoniously crafted units.
With the wintery curtain call captured on film and the motoring world on tenterhooks, the anticipation is tangible. Peer behind the veil of falling snow, past the half-hidden facade of the M4 CS, and what we find is the promise of a vehicle that not only redefines its lineage but does so with the authenticity and allure that have become synonymous with BMW's M pedigree.