Six-cylinder in-line and rear-wheel drive – the new BMW M2 remains in the classic world of sporty BMW values. However, some details have changed in the compact power coupé.
The M2 from BMW, which was discontinued in 2021 – for many the ultimate piece of sports equipment and the essence of the M brand – will celebrate its comeback from April 2023 at prices of around 73,000 euros – around 10,000 euros more expensive than its predecessor. As before, it is a coupé with a decidedly beefy look, a long snout and a short tail. The BMW M2 is primarily intended to inspire track-savvy drivers. With more than 1.7 tons, however, he is not an athlete.
The length of the new edition has increased by 11 centimeters to 4.58 meters compared to its predecessor. A three-liter six-cylinder with 338 kW/460 hp and 550 Newton meters of torque serves as the drive. It distributes the power to the rear axle either with a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
According to BMW, the 1.7-tonner should complete the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 (manual) or 4.1 (automatic) seconds. Normally, the limit is 250 km/h, but if the Drivers Package is ordered, the limit increases to 285 km/h.
With a traction control, the intervention thresholds for wheel slip limitation can be set in ten stages. The technology arsenal also includes a rear axle differential and six-piston fixed calipers on the front brake.
The cockpit of the M2 offers two large displays, which are combined in a curved frame. Comfort features include a navigation system and three-zone automatic air conditioning. A “Race Track” package can be ordered as an option. It includes, among other things, a carbon roof and carbon bucket seats. The trunk has a volume of 390 liters. The BMW M2 will be built in the Mexican BMW plant in San Luis Potosí from spring next year, as will the new BMW 2 Series Coupé.