The BMW M2 is a high-performance version of the BMW 2 Seriesautomobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. As the 2 Series replaced the 1 Series coupé and convertible models, the M2 was marketed as the cheapest and most basic M Car in the range. The M2 featured a more powerful and responsive, turbocharged and special tuned N55 engine, while its successor, the M2 Competition, featured a twin-turbocharged engine ; improved handling, suspension, and braking systems; aerodynamic body enhancements; interior/exterior accents with the tri-colour "M" badging and reduced weight. The M2 is unofficially considered as an indirect successor to the BMW 1 Series M Coupé.
F87 generation (2016–present)
The M2 was unveiled in in November 2015, before later premiering at the North American International Auto Show in January 2016. Production commenced in October 2015 and the M2 was only available as a rear-wheel drive coupé. The M2 is powered by the turbocharged 3.0-litre N55B30T0 straight-six engine rated at at 6,500 rpm and between 1,450–4,750 rpm, while an overboost function temporarily increases torque to. The M2 features pistons from the F80 M3 and F82 M4, and has lighter aluminium front and rear suspension components resulting in a weight reduction. The M2 is available with a 6-speed manual or with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission which features a 'Smokey Burnout' mode. 0-100 km/h acceleration times are 4.5 seconds manual transmission models and 4.3 seconds for models equipped with the 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Top speed is limited to but can be extended to with the optional M Driver's package. The M2 was used as a safety car in the 2016 MotoGP season.
M2 Competition
The M2 Competition was introduced at the 2018 Beijing Auto Show and succeeded the standard M2 Coupé. Production began in July 2018. The M2 Competition uses the high performance S55 engine which is a variant of the 3.0-litre twin turbochargedstraight six engine found in the F80 M3 and F82 M4. The engine features a redesigned oil supply system and modified cooling system from the BMW M4 with the Competition Package, and also features a gasoline particulate filter in certain European Union countries to reduce emissions. Compared to the standard M2, the S55 produces an additional and, resulting in a larger and more sustained power output of between 5,370–7,200 rpm, and at 2,350–5,230 rpm. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 4.4 seconds for six-speed manual transmission models, and 4.2 seconds for models with the 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Top speed is electronically limited to, but the M Driver's package can extend the limit to which is further than in the M2. The M2 Competition also has a carbon-fibre reinforced plastic strut bar, enlarged kidney grilles, and larger brake discs of in the front axle and in the rear axle. Because of the new engine and cooling system, the M2 Competition is heavier than the standard M2 at for manual transmission models and for dual-clutch transmission models.
M2 CS
The M2 CS was unveiled online in November 2019 prior to its introduction at the LA Auto Show. Production began in March 2020, with 2,200 units planned. The M2 CS uses the same engine as the F82 M4 with competition package, a more powerful version of the S55 which is rated at and of torque. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 4.0 seconds for six-speed manual transmission models, and 3.8 seconds for models with the 7-speed dual clutch transmission. The rotors and calipers are carried over from the M2 Competition, but ceramic brakes are newly available as an option. An adaptive M suspension is standard along with an electronic locking differential. The wheel hubs and control arms are made from forged aluminium, with a carbon-fibre transmission tunnel as an additional weight-saving measure. The hood, roof and various aerodynamic parts are made of a carbon-fibre composite. The active exhaust system is new as well, and unique wheel designs in high-gloss Jet black or matte gold finishes differentiate it from other M2 models; Michelin Cup 2 tires are also available. Inside, the centre console is also carbon-fibre, with Alcantara trim and an embroidered red "CS" badge; the seats are leather and Alcantara with red contrast stitching and are complemented by contrast-stitched Alcantara on the steering wheel. The M2 was also confirmed to be sold in the Mexican market.
