BMW M2: A Timeless Icon of Automotive Excellence

BMW M2 REVIEW

  • BMW M2 Generations: 2
  • First production year: 2015
  • Engines: Gasoline
  • Body style: Coupé (two-door)

The BMW M2 is the high-performance version of the BMW 2 series car created by BMW M GmbH, the company’s motorsport branch. The first generation M2 was advertised as the basic car in the market and the 2series took the place of the 1 series both are convertible versions, while the M2 competition and M2 CS are its successors and featured as high-performance models with twin-turbocharged engines created by BMW M GmbH have improved braking system and handling, aerodynamic body enhancements and exterior and interior accents. The first-generation M2 used the F8x chassis from the M3/M4, code name F87.

First Generation  BMW M2 (F87; 2016–2021)

The BMW M2 Made its debut at the North American International Auto Show in January 2016 after first appearing in Need for Speed in November 2015. Production of M2 began in October 2015, and the first vehicle was delivered in early 2016. It was only a rear-wheel drive coupe.

BMW M2 Competition; 

The 2018 Beijing Auto Show saw the debut of the BMW M2 competition, a more potent version of the M2 couple whose production first started in July 2018 and was completed in early 2019. There are high-performance parts available for the BMW M2. A splitter, side skirts, fenders, bonnet, boot, and a spoiler are included.

BMW M2 CS

BMW M2 CS, a version of the 2023 bmw m2 competition that is more track-oriented, and first made public online in November 2019 and its production commenced in March 2020.

Second Generation (G87; 2023–present)

The public was given a preview of the second generation M2 (G87) before it made its official premiere in October 2022 at Motoroclassica in Melbourne, Australia. The vehicle debuted in April 2023. The M2 was initially available in five colors including Zandvoort Blue, which is only available on the G87 M2.

BMW M2 DESIGNS

Like its predecessor, the 2023 bmw m2 had a smaller, more agile 2 series with an M3/M4 heart grafted on it .it got 90 more ponies than the 2024 bmw m2. The German automaker redesigned the exterior of the vehicle. The grill was more angular and blacked out on the front side. The front bumper also has a rectangle-shaped air taker and square-shaped scoops. The same type of bumpers are used in the backside. The dashboard consists of a pair of screens covered by the same piece of glass giving a single unit impression. The infotainment area is highly peaceful and the vehicle is designed with a much more comfortable sitting area. The seats are comprised of carbon fibers and the interior has automatic LED lights.

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BMW M2 Features:

  • Cylinders: L6
  • Displacement: 2993 cm3
  • Power: 338.3 KW @ 6250 RPM
  • 460 HP @ 6250 RPM
  • 454 BHP @ 6250 RPM
  • Torque: 406 lb-ft @ 2650-5870 RPM
  • 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 RPM
  • Fuel System: Turbocharged Direct Injection
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Fuel capacity: 13.7 gallons (51.9 L)

PERFORMANCE SPECS

  • Top Speed: 155 mph (249 km/h)
  • Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):4.3 s

TRANSMISSION SPECS

  • Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
  • Gearbox: 6-manual speed

BRAKES SPECS

  • Front: Ventilated Discs
  • Rear: Ventilated Discs

TIRES SPECS

  • Tire Size: 275/35 ZR19 100Y XL // 285/30 ZR20 99Y XL

 DIMENSIONS

  • Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
  • Width: 74.3 in (1887 mm)
  • Height: 55.2 in (1402 mm)
  • Front/rear Track: 63.7/63.2 in (1,618/1,605 mm)
  • Wheelbase: 108.1 in (2746 mm)
  • Ground Clearance: 4.8 in (122 mm)
  • Cargo Volume: 13.8 cups (391 L)
  • Turning circle: 39 ft (11.9 m)

WEIGHT SPECS

  • Unladen Weight: 3748 lbs (1700 kg)
  • Gross Weight Limit: 4751 lbs (2155 kg)

FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP)

  • Combined: 23.5 mpg-US (10 L/100Km)
  • CO2 Emissions (Combined): 226 g/km

How much does a BMW M2 cost?

The new bmw m2 for sale appears wider than the standard model, which the came does not conceal. BMW has not disclosed the price of M2 2023 but it will certainly be higher than its predecessors. It will be high from its M2 model 2021 which had a starting price of $59,895.

 

CONCLUSION

BMW M2 is a significant improvement for the badge and it provides a lot of fun. It has all the enthusiastic-oriented equipment that you could expect in a vehicle. It’s about an ideal size and give you a fantastic driving experience in a long day session, with highly comfortable seats.

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