Overview

What's New for 2021

Buying the M2 is simple, with just one trim level offered by the German automaker. The two-door coupe has a classic sports car setup, with a powerful engine under the hood, rear-wheel-drive, and a choice of manual or automatic transmissions.

With a starting price of about $59,000, the M2 includes a suite of driver safety aids to help make commuting less arduous and avoid collisions, with things like automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and parking sensors. Other items add extra convenience in changing weather, like rain-sensitive wipers and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Notable performance features are a limited-slip differential for better handling, upgraded brakes, 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in summer tires, and several drive modes. The sleek coupe is adorned in automatic LED headlights, power-folding side mirrors, and a motion-activated trunk. The M2’s leather interior seats four in comfort, with heated front seats, keyless entry/ignition, dual-zone climate control, a Harman Kardon audio system, and touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

As with all BMWs, the M2 is available with a range of additional features to improve its driving performance, technology, and comfort. Top options include curve-adaptive headlights, a sunroof, advanced driver tech like adaptive cruise control, a WiFi hotspot, and wireless phone charging.

What makes the BMW M2 such a special car is its twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine, which produces an incredible 405 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. That power output is especially impressive in a vehicle the M2’s size, tipping the scales at 3,600 lbs. The engine runs on premium fuel, which is a consideration for the driver who plans to drive their car daily. It returns an adequate 20 mpg in mixed driving, though some rivals are more thrifty.

Few cars still offer a manual transmission, let alone a sophisticated sports car like the M2, and driving purists will appreciate the standard six-speed shifter. A dual-clutch automatic is also available, and it provides nearly identical speed without the extra effort.