BMW M4 Hire UK: 503HP Inline-6 Sports Coupe Self-Drive

The BMW M4 Competition is a two-door, four-seat performance coupe built around the S58 engine — a 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-6 that produces 503HP and 650Nm of torque. It is one of the most technically accomplished six-cylinder engines BMW has produced, with a twin-scroll twin-turbo setup that keeps turbo lag to a minimum and delivers power linearly from just over 2,000rpm all the way to its 7,200rpm redline. The result is 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds and a standard top speed of 155mph, rising to 180mph with the M Driver’s Package. At 1,725kg it is 250kg lighter than the M5, which is significant on a winding road where the M4 feels genuinely agile rather than simply fast. The Competition xDrive version which is the variant you are most likely to encounter in the Starr fleet, uses the same M xDrive all wheel drive system as the M5, with a 2WD mode that puts all 503HP through the rear wheels alone for drivers who want that experience on a dry, clear road. The M4 is built on the same G82 platform as the M3 saloon, which means it shares its chassis, suspension geometry and electronic systems with its four door sibling while carrying a shorter, stiffer body that responds more directly to driver inputs.

M4 vs M3 – The Practical Question

The BMW M4 and the BMW M3 share the same S58 engine, power output, drivetrain and chassis. The M3 has four doors and a larger rear seat; the M4 has two doors and a slightly tighter rear compartment. Both produce 503HP in Competition specification. The M4 is 3mm lower and around 20kg lighter in comparable specification, which gives it a fractionally sharper character on a driven road. For a solo driver or a couple who want the pure coupe experience, the M4 is the right choice. For those who need to carry four adults with reasonable rear legroom, or who are doing longer journeys where the four-door layout is more practical, the M3 makes more sense. Both are available from the Starr BMW fleet.

What the M4 Is Actually Like to Drive in the UK

The M4 Competition covers UK roads with a dual personality that is genuinely impressive. In Comfort mode on the motorway, the adaptive suspension keeps the ride composed and the cabin noise level is low enough for conversation at 70mph. Switch to Sport Plus on an open A-road in the Peak District or Scottish Borders and the same car becomes noticeably more aggressive in its responses, throttle, steering and gearbox all sharpen up in a way that feels deliberate rather than nervous. The M xDrive system manages traction confidently in UK rain, and in 2WD mode on a dry day it rewards a driver who knows what they are doing with a level of engagement that most performance cars costing twice the price do not match. The eight-speed M Steptronic gearbox is quick in manual paddle mode and smooth enough in automatic that you will not feel the need to use the paddles unless you want to.

UK Airport Delivery for Your BMW M4 Hire

We deliver your BMW M4 to London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Farnborough. UK-wide delivery to any address on request.

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BMW M4 Self-Drive Hire Requirements

To hire the BMW M4 with Starr Luxury Cars you will need a full UK or EU driving licence held for a minimum of 3 years, no more than 6 penalty points, and be at least 25 years of age. A refundable security deposit is required at the time of booking. Standard packages include 100 miles per day. Additional mileage can be pre-purchased at the time of booking.