The second-generation BMW M2 will pack in even more performance, courtesy of a new engine and gearbox. It will also be packaged in a sharper and sleeker design.
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New engine will possibly boost power figures as high as 410hp
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7-speed twin-clutch gearbox will be replaced by an 8-speed torque converter
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The M2 will continue with rear-wheel drive only, no four-wheel drive planned
BMW is working hard on the second-generation of its M2, and the 2022 version of this hot coupe is expected to hit showrooms by the end of next year. Punchier performance is expected, thanks to the current N55 and S55 engines being replaced by a new S58 unit.
2022 BMW M2: Engine and gearbox
Key elements of this new engine include a newly designed crankcase, a longer stroke, a reworked cylinder head and a more efficient induction system. It will now use two mono-scroll turbochargers in place of the single turbocharger in the engine it replaces. This engine will also be updated to Euro 7 emission norms over the course of the M2’s seven-year life-cycle.
To go with the new engine, the 2022 M2 will also feature a new gearbox. An 8-speed torque-converter automatic will replace the current 7-speed dual-clutch design. As before, a 6-speed manual option will continue to be offered too. While the M3 and M4 have recently received four-wheel drive versions, there are no plans for an xDrive M2 at the moment.
2022 BMW M2: Platform and suspension
As a result of being built on BMW’s new CLAR (Cluster Architecture) platform, the new 2 Series will provide a 40 percent increase in body rigidity compared with the structure used by the current model. Suspension setup will comprise of a heavily reworked MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension. According to BMW M engineers, one advantage of this new setup is its ability to support increased front camber. It will be available with the choice of either lift-related or variable dampers.
2022 BMW M2: Design
It goes without saying that the 2022 M2 will feature an all-new look as well. Spy shots show a sharper and sleeker appearance, closely related to that of the upcoming M240i xDrive. Distinguishing elements include a new-look front end with a lower and wider kidney grille than that seen on today’s M2 Competition. The standard LED headlights also adopt a more angular design and will be offered with optional laser projectors too. Like many recent M models, the tail-lights have a sculpted look with OLED graphics, and the boot slopes down neatly towards the rear and receives a larger lip spoiler than today’s model for added downforce. A wider diffuser is also integrated into the bottom of the rear bumper.
