F80 M3 / F82 M4 FAQ

BMW F80/F82

2014-2020

Specs

Engine: 3.0 (S55)
Power: 425 hp @ 5500 RPM (Comp: 450hp)
Torque: 406ft/lbs
Fuel: Gasoline
Top Speed: 155 MPH
0-60: 4.3s

Drive Type: RWD
Gearbox: 6MT or DCT
Tire Size: 255/40R18 + 275/40R18

F80 M3 Dimensions

Length: 183.9 in
Width: 73.9 in
Height: 56 in
Wheelbase: 110.7 in
Front Width: 62.1 in
Rear Width: 63.1 in
Curb Weight: 3,384.1 lb.

F82 M4 Dimensions

Length: 183.9 in
Width: 73.6 in
Height: 54.4 in
Wheelbase: 110.7 in
Front Width: 62.1 in
Rear Width: 63.1 in
Curb Weight: 3340 lb.

Enthusiast Zone

Below you will find plenty of common information to help take care of your BMW F80/F82. You will find maintenance details, mod options, and DIYs

Maintenance

Maintenance Intervals

Vehicle Check: 40k Miles
Engine Oil: 10k Miles (Enthusiasts Prefer: 5K Miles)
Engine Air Filter: 30k Miles
Spark Plugs: 30k Miles
Differential Oil: 50k Miles
Brake Fluid: 20k Miles (After first change at 36 months)
Cabin Filter: 20k Miles

Common Issues

  • Valve cover gasket leak
  • Oil filter housing gasket leak
  • Charge air cooler leak (Less common with stock vehicles)
  • Oil pan gasket leak. 
  • Crank hub.

Approved Oil Weights

S55 Oil Capacity: 6.5L (6.8 US Quarts)

SAE 0W-30
SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-40

Chassis Diagram

Modification

Spring Rates

F80 M3
Factory Front:  178 lb/in
Factory Rear:  560 lb/in

EMD Front:  194 lb/in
EMD Rear:  645 lb/in

F82 M4
Factory Front:  186 lb/in
Factory Rear:  608 lb/in

EMD Front:  194 lb/in
EMD Rear:  645 lb/in

Lights

GTS Tail Lights:

F82
F80