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2022 BMW M3 and M4 Competition xDrive AWD First Look: x(Drive) Marks the M Spot

Text "BMW's not done tweaking its latest M3 sedan and M4 coupe, as the German automaker announced the forthcoming arrival of the all-wheel-drive 2022 M3 Competition xDrive and M4 Competition xDrive (xDrive is BMW-speak for AWD). As the ""Competition"" in the two cars' names imply, both of these 2022 models build on today's rear-drive M3 Competition and M4 Competition trims by literally throwing in an extra driven axle. " In other words, this means these AWD additions offer a mighty 503-hp from the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter I-6 that resides under each models' hood. It also means an eight-speed automatic serves as the sole gearbox on offer. Want to row your own gears? Then you'll have to forgo all-wheel-drive and stick with the 473-hp engine that powers run-of-the-mill (non-Competition) iterations of the 2021 M3 and M4.  BMW, however, fits both the M3 Competition and M4 Competition with a set of paddle shifters in order to afford...