First of all, let's get the front-end issue over. We don't know what the folks over at BMW were thinking when they designed their current generation of cars with elongated kidney grills, which were made more prominent, particularly in the new 4-series line. Honestly, we have no other words for it except it looks hideous.

However, once you look past that nose, you'll understand that the new BMW M4 is built to be an ultimate driving machine. The second-generation model was relieved of all the shortcomings of the F82 M4, especially in the handling department, making it a better all-rounder. It's the automotive equivalent of human character development, quite honestly, as the new G82 M4 grew in size and got even better. Here are the reasons why we want it.

10 Two-Door M3

The last two-door M3 was released in 2013 under the E92 chassis, and shortly after that, the F80 generation came out as a sedan-only sports car, with the M4 standing in as the coupe counterpart.

In short, all the good bits and pieces of the iconic M3 are also available on the M4, and it comes with two fewer doors.

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9 TwinPower Turbo Engine

The latest 3 and 4 series BMWs have grown in size, thanks to the M2 reaching the dimensions of M3s of old, and the M5 with its M8 counterpart further growing and becoming a hot meme topic. As a result, with greater size, comes greater power.

BMW's 3.0-liter S58 twin-turbo inline-six engine makes 473 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque in the standard M4, making 48 hp more than the outgoing F83 model. The 1,674 kg sports car could accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.7 seconds.

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8 Carbon Fiber Roof

BMW putting in a carbon-fiber roof does not only make the M4 lighter, but it significantly gives the car a lower center of gravity, keeping most of its mass below the car's centerline.

As a result, cars with a lower center of gravity tend to handle better, because the mass being thrown around is kept in a lateral motion, making the car able to turn faster without lifting its inside wheels.

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7 Manual Transmission

Another reason why we desperately want to have a BMW M4 is the fact that it comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission. Although an 8-speed automatic is available, nothing compares to the level of control you could have over the car when using the good old-fashioned stick shift.

Manuals are slowly becoming extinct today, and the three-pedal techniques are becoming a lost art in performance driving. Sure, dual-clutch and semi-automatics are the way to go now in terms of being more efficient, but the most fun you could have in an Ultimate Driving Machine is done with a manual transmission.

6 M Carbon Bucket Seats

For those who think of buying BMW's M4 as a daily driver, a track car, or a combination of both, step to the inside, and you're welcomed with what we think is one of the most awesome features of the new car, which is the M carbon-fiber bucket seats, which is a $4,500 option.

The masterfully crafted seats scream both form and function. Not only does it look good in that blue and Sao Paulo yellow color combination, but it's also 21 lbs lighter than the stock seats. Furthermore, these seats are breathable, perfect for those who spend time more on the track and gunning for hot laps.

5 Track-Focused Settings

As an M car, you could expect the M4 to have driving modes suited for performance driving. The live cockpit system displays driving information in the clearest way possible.

Dial-in the M Drive to SPORT or TRACK mode, and the M4 simply springs to life, unleashing its full potential in providing one of the best driving experiences you could ever have.

4 Adaptive M Suspension

Riding comfort and sporty handling can be achieved on any surface, thanks to the adaptive M suspension making its way to the M4.

The wheel acceleration sensors at all four dampers assess the state of the road surface to ensure a comfortable ride and make the car move more calmly and supremely.

3 iDrive 7.0 Infotainment System

It's not just the driving that makes the M4 an interesting car to buy, but also its state-of-the-art infotainment system called the iDrive 7.0 Infotainment System.

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come as standard, giving seamless access to the occupants' favorite apps on the go.

2 Active Safety Systems

Cruising the M4 on freeways and open roads is as effortless as ever, backed by the fact that it is loaded with BMW's advanced driving technology.

Things such as lane departure warning, blind-spot detection, and lane-keeping assist come as standard, making the M4 not just a potent track toy but also an excellent highway cruiser.

1 M Driver's Package

The M3 and M4 are electronically limited to a top speed of 155 mph. But opt for the BMW M Driver's Package, and that top speed increases to 180 mph.

It also includes a voucher to attend a BMW driver training school, enabling future owners of the M4 to hone their skills with the assistance of professional racing drivers — another fun benefit in owning a BMW M car nowadays.