Valentino Rossi on the BMW M4 CS Edition VR46
"No other brand has motorsport so deeply embedded in its DNA as BMW M. I’m proud to be a BMW M works driver and to share this passion. Having a special VR46 edition that I helped design from the very beginning is an incredible honour. Seeing the BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 on the road and the track will be really cool.”
Exclusive Design and Personal Touches
The BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 stands apart from the standard BMW M4 CS with:
- Two bespoke paint finishes:
- Sport: Marina Bay Blue metallic with a bold “46” in Tanzanite Blue metallic
- Style: Frozen Tanzanite Blue metallic with a “46” in Frozen Marina Bay Blue metallic
- Signature Yellow Accents:
- Bright yellow highlights on the BMW M kidney grille, brake calipers, and an accent strip over the door frames (Sport variant)
- VR46 logo and Rossi’s signature on the carbon-fibre roof
- Custom-painted forged M light-alloy wheels with yellow markings, just like in racing
- A Refined Interior:
- Predominantly Night Blue with M Carbon bucket seats in Black/Night Blue Merino leather
- Alcantara shoulder areas in Sao Paulo Yellow for a bold contrast
- Head restraints, door sill trims, and M Alcantara steering wheel with yellow stitching and a centre marker
- A “1/46” carbon-fibre badge, confirming its place in this ultra-exclusive series
Performance That Matches the Legacy
At the heart of the BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 is a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder in-line engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, delivering an impressive 550 hp (405 kW). Enhanced turbo pressure and track-focused tuning allow for:
- 0-100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds(or 3.1 seconds using the “1-foot rollout” method)
- 0-200 km/h in 11.1 seconds(or 10.8 seconds with rollout)
- Top speed: 302 km/h, thanks to the M Driver’s Package (standard)
- Active M Differential, M xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive, and eight-speed M Steptronic transmission for exceptional handling and traction
- Titanium rear silencer and dual-branch exhaust system for an emotionally charged M driving experience
A Racing Icon – On Two Wheels and Four
The number 46 has been Rossi’s trademark throughout his legendary career. Inspired by his father, Graziano Rossi, he chose to race with 46 from the very start—never swapping it for the traditional champion’s number 1.
Rossi’s career highlights include:
- 9 World Championships (125cc, 250cc, 500cc, and MotoGP)
- 115 Grand Prix victories, making him one of the most successful motorcycle racers in history
- A racing legacy so influential that his hometown, Tavullia, lowered its speed limit to 46 km/h in his honour
From MotoGP to BMW M Works Driver
Since retiring from MotoGP in 2021, Rossi has shifted his focus to car racing, competing in GT series worldwide. As a BMW M works driver since 2023, he has raced the BMW M4 GT3 in the GT World Challenge Europe, FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), and the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. Most recently, he finished runner-up at the 2025 Bathurst 12 Hour, continuing his success in endurance racing.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
Each BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 owner will enjoy a two-day VIP experience in Italy, featuring:
- Day 1: A private visit to the VR46 Motor Ranch in Tavullia, including a BBQ and exclusive time with Valentino Rossi
- Day 2: A BMW M Driving Experience at Misano World Circuit, the track where Rossi has clinched multiple victories in GT racing
Fuel Consumption & CO2 Emissions
- Fuel consumption (combined): 10.2 l/100 km (27.7 mpg imp)
- CO2 emissions (combined): 232 g/km (WLTP cycle)
- CO2 class: G
The BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 is a true collector’s piece—blending high-performance engineering, exclusive design, and a personal connection to one of motorsport’s greatest legends.
