Studie and HKS jointly developed HKSTUDIE for the BMW M4. The complete car, equipped with carbon components, dedicated wheels and a turbo kit, achieved a maximum output of 703 PS and began road testing.
Studie, a leader in BMW culture worldwide, and HKS, Japan's largest comprehensive tuning-parts manufacturer, have joined forces to make their debut as HKSTUDIE, a new brand specializing in BMW M. Development is progressing on a complete car centered on the G82 M4 Competition LCI, with the body converted to carbon components and work-style components fitted at the front and rear.
The components fitted to HKSTUDIE include carbon front spoilers, kidney grilles, rear diffusers and rear wings, along with forged HKSTUDIE WHEEL F01 wheels. The suspension is designed to bring out the car's driving performance, with a full-length adjustable setup, 30-stage damping adjustment and pillow-ball upper mounts.
The powertrain features a turbo kit centered on HKS's high-flow turbocharger and sub-computer. An Eventuri air intake system is also fitted, raising maximum output to an actual measured 703 PS. Torque in the low- to mid-speed range has also been increased, pursuing strong street performance.
The end of the article includes wording suggesting HKSTUDIE's pursuit of complete-car development in Japan and its future outlook, emphasizing its positioning as the pinnacle of Japanese complete-car development.