BMW M4 Competition

Editorial

The BMW M4 Competition is the current face of the G82-generation M coupé lineup: for the first time in the model's history, it gained all-wheel drive (M xDrive), which shifted the car's character from a nervous sports coupé toward an all-weather GT with an enormous reserve of dynamic capability. The unit in the VertexRent fleet is black, a 2023 model year, in standard trim, with no aftermarket tuned exhaust: this is the M4 in its most recognizable, "reference" form.

Reviewers of the G82 generation note the linear and powerful delivery of the S58 engine's pulling power across the entire rev range — with no dips or steps — and steering that's responsive even in comfort settings. The body is stiff and tight, and the car drives "lighter" than it weighs, though the mass of a substantial coupé can't be fully hidden. A signature feature of this generation is the M xDrive all-wheel-drive modes: 4WD for everyday confidence, 4WD Sport for a sharper balance, and 2WD, where all the power goes to the rear axle and the M4 momentarily turns into a classic rear-wheel-drive M coupé.

Within VertexRent's M lineup, this M4 is the base entry point into the fleet's top sports-coupé segment: the same engine and the same all-wheel drive as the more richly equipped 2024 unit, but without the premium for a tuned exhaust and special carbon-fiber elements.

In Detail

The unit in the VertexRent fleet is a 2023 model year, G82 generation, black body. The powertrain is a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six (S58), with all-wheel drive (M xDrive, including 2WD mode) and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Per factory data for the pre-2024-update spec, the M4 Competition M xDrive produces 510 hp. The top speed per the factory limiter is 250 km/h; the upper limit for this specific unit should be confirmed at the time of booking.

In practical terms, this means the M4 Competition is equally suited to test-driving a current M coupé before buying one and to simply spending a weekend behind the wheel of one of the most recognizable sports cars of recent years. Current rental rates by rental period, the deposit amount, and the mileage limit are listed in the "Sazby" block and in the facts card on this same page.

Equipment is the fleet's standard set: a modern infotainment system with smartphone support, comfortable sport seats, and driver-assistance and parking systems, useful when maneuvering through the narrow streets of central Prague. The exact specification depends on this particular unit's configuration — please confirm details at the time of booking.

BMW M4 Competition (2023) vs BMW M4 Competition G82 Akrapovič (2024) — two M4s that look identical on paper, in one fleet

It's a rare case where the fleet holds two units of what is formally the same model, a year apart. The black 2023 unit is standard trim, factory exhaust, with the power output of the pre-update spec (510 hp per factory data). The 2024 unit is the updated (LCI) version with a power bump to 530 hp, a genuine Akrapovič exhaust, carbon-fiber body and interior elements, and carbon-ceramic brakes. Despite this, the daily rental rates for both cars are the same, and the difference lies purely in character and equipment, not price. For those choosing an M4 to buy, comparing both units back to back is a rare chance to see exactly what one generation of updates changes within the same model.

What to check behind the wheel if you're considering buying an M4

Over a full day of rental, things surface that a short dealer test drive won't show. Check the suspension's firmness on roads you know well — nearly every reviewer notes the G82's stiffness around town, and it's worth finding out how you feel about it in advance. Assess how the car lives with Prague traffic: dimensions, visibility, and how the gearbox behaves in a jam. Try the M xDrive modes on an empty, safe road — understanding the difference between 4WD and 4WD Sport is worth doing before the purchase, not after. And honestly ask yourself whether you need the rear seats: nominally there are four, but in practice this is a coupé, comfortable above all for two people with luggage.

Suggested Route

The standard M4 suits the eastern direction well, beyond the zone already claimed by other cars in the fleet — toward Pardubice and Kunětická Hora. The fast, lightly trafficked roads of eastern Bohemia, a castle on a rocky hill above the Elbe, and sequences of corners through the Chrudim region give the M4 exactly the conditions it was engineered for. It's worth budgeting the standard daily mileage limit around a one-way route, with some margin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pick up the BMW M4 Competition right at the airport?

Yes, the car can be delivered anywhere in Prague, including Václav Havel Airport. The exact time and place of handover are agreed upon when the booking is confirmed.

What's the top speed of this BMW M4 Competition?

The site's listing card shows 305 km/h, but there is no documented confirmation that the limiter has been removed for this unit. The factory electronic limiter for the M4 Competition is 250 km/h — use that figure as your reference until confirmed at the time of booking.

How does this M4 differ from the second BMW M4 Competition in the same fleet (Akrapovič, 2024)?

These are two units of the same model: this one (2023, black) has standard trim and 510 hp per factory data for the pre-update spec; the other (2024) is the updated version with 530 hp, a tuned Akrapovič exhaust, and carbon-fiber elements. The daily rental rate is the same for both.

Should I choose this unit over the more powerful 2024 version?

It depends on your priorities. This unit is simpler and closer to factory condition — a good choice if you're interested in the pure S58 experience without tuning add-ons. The 2024 unit with the Akrapovič exhaust delivers a power bump and a more expressive sound for the same rental rate — a logical choice if you want the maximum impression from the same platform.

Can this car be driven outside the Czech Republic?

Yes, subject to arrangement with the manager — this rule applies to the entire VertexRent fleet with no model-specific exceptions. For a cross-border trip the deposit is doubled from the standard amount (the current figure is in the facts block on this same page). The direction and dates are agreed upon in advance at the time of booking.