On this episode of Autoblog Storage, we take a look at the 2023 BMW M4 CSL. Standing for “Sport, Competitors, Light-weight,” the CSL elevates the powertrain and track-readiness of the M4 Competitors with extra energy and a few fascinating options. Its biturbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six makes 543 horsepower — up 40 from the competitors — and the identical 479 pound-feet of torque. That large energy is shipped to the rear wheels (AWD just isn’t an possibility) through an eight-speed automated transmission. There isn’t any guide transmission accessible. The CSL can also be 240 kilos lighter, because of issues like intensive use of carbon fiber and the deletion of the rear seat. In lieu of the second row, there are divots below a cargo internet the place you may retailer your racing helmets.
So at $140,000, this must be a reasonably comfy and splendid BMW, proper? Not the case. Stiff, fixed-back carbon fiber bucket seats are a literal ache within the butt, particularly when getting out and in of the car. The suspension, lowered by about 0.3 inches, transfers each little bump and crack within the street on to your backbone. The automotive can also be fairly loud. Nothing about this CSL makes you need to use it as a every day driver.
That mentioned, there are many touches that make this stand out as a really particular BMW. Is that this the way you’d spend $140,000? Take a better look within the video and determine for your self.
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