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THE DASHBOARD IS THE FIRST THING one notices The M versions of the 3 and 4 Series have long
when sliding behind the wheel of the 2020 BMW topped the list of “do-it-all” cars, and the final year
M4 Heritage Edition. It’s a throwback in nature, of this particular chassis executes on that promise
lacking the wide digitized movie screen present perhaps better than ever before. While most high-
on similar cars in the segment. The no-nonsense performance vehicles exhibit a threshold at which
tach and speedometer are front and center, though they bite back, the M4 politely refuses to punish
exhibit a touch of modernity thanks to attractive ham-fisted inputs, no matter the road surface or
backlighting and a small display for pertinent condition. The car is utterly balanced even when
information. This genius melding of usefulness finally forced out of line, rewarding the driver with
and style hint at the M4’s inherent duality. Drivers relentless confidence.
can seamlessly transition between piloting a quiet,
plush, luxurious coupe—or a fire breathing, apex- The M4 is also happy to oblige should one instead
attacking sports car. elect to be coddled in a stylish interior of leather,
Alcantara, and natural light. Though a hint of
Whichever side the M4 reveals can vary from its sharp reflexes is always present; acceleration,
moment to moment, and is entirely up to the driver. braking, and ride quality in more economical drive
modes are easy to modulate. The comfortable
default settings make the M4 a pleasant
companion on even the most mundane trips.

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