BMW F82 F83 M4 Wheels

BMW F82 F83 M4 Wheel Performance

With a switch away from natural aspiration, F82 and F83 wheel fitments were surprisingly narrow relative to the substantial increase in torque compared to the E9X M3. When drivers are looking to maximize the performance of this modern super coupe or convertible, a lightweight chassis-optimized set of wheels is one of the best modifications they can make. We built a huge range of forged and flow-formed wheels including our VS-5RS, EC-7RS, SM-10RS, ARC-8, EC-7, FL-5 and SM-10. With a catalog this large be sure to review our BMW F82 F83 M4 Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide to lock in your perfect set of Apex wheels.

About the M4

The F82 M4 was first unveiled in 2014, alongside its brother the F80 M3. Adhering to the new naming methodology, BMW for the first time in M car history, named the 2 door F8X M3 variant the M4. While this initially left diehard enthusiasts scratching their head, the blistering performance and distinguished styling easily made up for any questionable decisions made by BMW HQ.

Back in the new M4 was an inline-six engine, dubbed the S55. For the first time in 3 series based M car history, a pair of turbochargers were added to keep up with the demand for more power, while also reducing emissions over the thirsty V8 it replaced. Transmission options came in the form of a traditional 6 speed manual, alongside a freshened version of BMW’s M DCT dual clutch transmission. An F83 M4 hardtop convertible variant was added at the time of launch, for those who like some wind in their hair.

Aside from a typical mid-life cycle facelift, the most notable change to the F82 M4 was the addition of a competition package variant in 2016. Upgrades consisted of a power bump to 444 hp, more aggressive tuning of the active M differential, select improvements to the DCS programming, suspension component upgrades, and redesigned front seats.

Trying to decide if the CS version is worth the added cost on the used market? Checkout the article comparing the two F82 M4 models: Instrumented Tests: BMW M4 vs BMW M4 Competition Package

What Makes it a Good Track Car

With the addition of twin turbochargers, the M4 completely changed the driving dynamics of BMW’s compact sports coupe. No longer was the pilot required to rev the living daylights out of the engine to hit peak power. With an eye watering 406 ft-lbs of torque available at just under 2,000 RPMs on the base model, the F8X generation took performance up to a whole other level.

The F82 M4 is just plain fast. Sure it’s a fantastic do it all car like most modern BMWs, but if you own one of these cars, you owe it to yourself to stretch it legs at the occasional track day. The massive 380mm 4 piston brakes, and especially the optional 400mm Carbon Ceramic brakes, are more than sufficient on a road course with just a pad change and upgraded brake fluid. Regardless of how you use this car, an aftermarket set of chassis specific F82 F83 M4 wheels will dramatically improve the driving dynamics while giving an aggressive track ready appearance.