Fulfilling the 30th anniversary of the first BMW M3 in 1986, BMW M will launch in spring 2016, the BMW M4 GTS, 700 units limited special model, able to truly reflect the innovative power of BMW M engineers which is reflected in the M technologies that make reference in the powertrain, chassis and the use of lightweight materials. The BMW M4 GTS is the first special high-performance model BMW belonging to the BMW M3 and M4 series will also be offered in the US market.
Appreciating its powerful image, characteristic of a race car, and considering its high-performance technology, it is clear that the BMW M4 GTS was designed to shine in racetracks. The time of 7:28 minutes on the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife, the world’s most demanding circuit indicates unequivocally what is the extraordinary level of performance of this special model. At the same time, also this more aggressive version of the BMW M4 was designed for use in road traffic, as with all BMW M models.
“ The special editions like the BMW M3 GT, the BMW M3 CSL, the BMW M3 GTS BMW M3 CRT or have decades of tradition in our segment and now also in the segment of BMW M4. These models give you a sharper brand BMW M, and are synonymous with maximum driving pleasure exclusive cars that arouse strong emotions character. We have designed the BMW M4 GTS as a sports car circuits, so it is radically dynamic and performance are fascinating. With he showed what is possible today in terms appropriate for enrollment in order to use them in road traffic cars. If you have a BMW M4 GTS can lead to an event of motorsport organized by a club mark in Circuits as Spa-Francorchamps, Nürburgring and Laguna Seca and then set good times giving some fast laps. The times that you do achieve set the bar very high benchmark for cars that can be used in road traffic “explains Frank van Meel, president of the board of BMW M GmbH.
power increase thanks to an innovative water injection system
The engine is the heart of any model BMW M. The engine of BMW M4 GTS is the turbo six-cylinder in-line engine 3,000 cc, winner of numerous awards, and also used in the BMW M3 / M4. However, for use in the special edition features an innovative water injection system, with which the power increases significantly. In particular with the water injection system, power is 500 horsepower, and torque is 600 Nm considerable. But despite the increased power, the fuel consumption and emissions have the same low Niel BMW M4 Coupe . For everything explained, the BMW M4 GTS is the most agile, radical and dynamic model of the series, even more so considering that is able to stop the clock in 3.8 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h and reach a top speed of 305 km / h (limited electronically).
Using lightweight materials even in the smallest details
Thanks to the intelligent use of lightweight materials , BMW M engineers managed to limit the weight of the car in running order 1.510 kg according to DIN norm (in accordance with ECE: 1,585 kg). The excellent weight / power ratio of 3.0 kg / HP is ideal for an extremely dynamic behavior. The measures taken in order to consistently reduce the weight, affecting both the interior and the exterior of the car. The resulting weight reduction is evident in the cabin.
This is confirmed by the carbon fiber seats, center console lightweight materials, coatings on the back, including the panel separating the inside and trunk, lightweight material, especially lightweight doors and side cladding parts, and handles shaped loops instead of massive handles on the doors. But also in places not visible light materials were used in many details. For example, the structure of the dashboard support is carbon fiber and, therefore, very slight. On the outside, the newly designed hood, roof and the lower front deflector are plastic reinforced with carbon fiber (CFRP).
Also the adjustable rear spoiler is a technologically advanced material, although lightweight, it is highly resistant. Its milled aluminum supports are mounted on the trunk lid reinforced plastic carbon fiber. These brackets confirm that to reduce weight, all the pieces have, however small they may be. The spoiler, combined with the diffuser beneath the rear bumper and also plastic is fiber reinforced carbon, improves the flow of air, reducing the upward forces acting on the rear axle. The exhaust system includes a silent end of titanium that weighs 20 percent less than conventional one. The exhaust produces a typical sound of the BMW M models emulating the car inside and outside the atmosphere that prevails in the race track.
equipment for maximum performance
The gearbox M Series seven speed double clutch (M DKG) selects the optimum ratio in each circumstance, without interruption of the traction force is produced by applying power to the rear wheels. Alternatively the driver can change gears manually using the paddles on the steering wheel or the selector lever on the center console. Programs Drivelogic gearshift and “launch control” function were adapted to the higher engine power. Exclusive design wheels M 666 weight-optimized forged and turning bright have star-shaped spokes and contrasting color surfaces Acid Orange. Mixed size tires (front 265/35 R19, rear 285/30 R20) Michelin Pilot Sport Cup type 2 have characteristics specially adapted to BMW M4 GTS. These tires are ideal to optimize traction on curves, and to keep the driver informed about the dynamic conditions of the car.
The three-way M with specific setting springs for BMW M4 GTS suspension It can be adjusted according to circumstances, which means it can adapt to the specific requirements posed by each circuit. The light brakes M carbocerámicos have a clearly defined point of pressure, and ensure outstanding braking, even in circumstances of ongoing and effort use, such as when driving to the limit in a circuit.
> Technology OLED exclusive worldwide; LED light high light output
The characteristic double headlamps fitted, in total, four light rings, get illuminate the road optimally. These headlamps combine the technology of light emitting diodes (LED = Light Emitting Diode) with the functions of assistant dimmable beam and adaptive beam guidance along the route of the curves.
taillights are L-shaped as famous as the front headlights. The BMW M4 GTS is the first mass-produced car featuring innovative OLED technology rear lights. These organic light emitting diodes (OLED = Organic Light Emitting Diode) are novel light sources, which emit homogeneous light across its surface, so that they differ from the usual luminous points LED.
Thanks to its height of only 1.4 mm and also the possibility to activate various light modules separately, it has new possibilities for staging the car light. Also, they have a look of utmost precision. These lights accentuate the width of the back, and the car has a more powerful and dynamic look which is unmistakable, both day and night.
Focus on the essentials in the cockpit, exclusive and oriented motorsport
The purist exclusivity of the interior is accentuated by M carbon fiber for driver and passenger seats, also apply in this case the reduction criterion weight by using lightweight materials. Compared with sports seats BMW M4 Coupe, these seats weigh about half. At the same time they allow users to assume an ideal posture, offering optimum lateral support and also are comfortable to successfully make long trips. Exclusive Alcantara upholstery and leather Merino, as well as bands of color on the backs M in seatbelts and straps door as bonds, clearly indicate that the BMW M4 GTS is a sports car high performance and exceptional nature.
Also the steering wheel is covered in Alcantara M very exclusive look. At its top it is a trademark, thus underlining the character of BMW racing Autoe M4 GTS. Instead of rear seats, the special model includes a storage compartment reinforced plastics glass fiber, combined with a separation panel sandwich reinforced plastic with carbon fiber (CFRP), both coated alcantara. With this solution it was possible to reduce weight by 40 percent compared with a conventional solution.
The BMW M4 GTS Clubsport equipped with the optional kit has a motorsport oriented configuration. This kit includes a roll Acid Orange color bar behind the front seats, six-point harnesses approved for use in circuits and a fire extinguisher.
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