The new M2 is powered by a 460hp, 3.0-litre straight-six engine and can be optioned with a manual gearbox.
BMW has launched the second-gen M2 in India with prices starting from Rs 98 lakh, ex-showroom. The sports coupe is offered in a single variant with an automatic gearbox as standard, but a manual gearbox is part of an extensive options list. The new BMW M2 is being brought to India via the CBU route and will be offered in limited numbers.
Dealer sources have told us that some pre-specced units of the M2 have already arrived in the country and are available for delivery. However, those who want the M2 customised as per their taste can do so.
BMW M2: engine and gearbox
Powering the second-gen BMW M2 is a 3.0-litre straight six – also used by the M3 and M4 – making 460hp and 550Nm and powering the rear wheels via an 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox as standard. BMW claims the new M2 can complete the 0-100kph run in just 4.1sec (with the automatic gearbox) and it’s said to have a limited top speed of 250kph.
BMW M2: features and options
Standard equipment on the India-spec BMW M2 includes the Comfort access system, powered seats with memory function, M seat belts, Adaptive LED headlamps with high beam assist, a Harman Kardon sound system, BMW connected package, wireless charging, M shadowline trim with extended contents and staggered, silver finish M light 19-inch alloy wheels (930M) in the front and 20-inch at the rear.
The M2 will be available in five exterior paint shade options, including Alpine White, Brooklyn Grey, Black Sapphire, Toronto Red and Zandvoort Blue. On the inside, customers will be able to choose from either Black or Cognac shades, while BMW M Sport seats will be standard along with the aluminum highlights on the dashboard.
Aside from this, buyers have a huge catalog of options to choose from to spec the M2 as per their needs. This includes a manual gearbox, a carbon fibre roof, carbon fibre bucket seats and more. Given below is the entire list of optional extras available with the new BMW M2.
| New BMW M2 India options and pricing | |
|---|---|
| New BMW M2 est. price | Rs 1 crore (ex-showroom) |
| Equipment | Price |
| 6-speed manual transmission | Rs 1 lakh |
| Exterior | |
| M Carbon Roof | Rs 4.8 lakh |
| M Lights Shadowline | Rs 50,000 |
| M Compound brakes in high gloss red | Rs 60,000 |
| 19/20-inch alloy style 930 M Jet Black | Rs 50,000 |
| Interior | |
| M Carbon Bucket seats | Rs 8.3 lakh |
| Full leather Merino upholstery | Rs 3.6 lakh |
| M carbon fibre trim | Rs 90,000 |
| Technology | |
| Remote engine start | Rs 70,000 |
| Active cruise control | Rs 1.1 lakh |
| Driving assistant | Rs 1.4 lakh |
| Packages | |
| M Sport Pro | Rs 6.5 lakh |
| M Driver’s Package | Rs 4.5 lakh |
BMW M2: design and dimensions
Based on the 2 Series coupe sold internationally, the new BMW M2 gets an aggressive body kit, which includes a stylish and functional rear spoiler, a low-slung GT-style rear diffuser, quad exhaust tips and a unique front end with frameless horizontal kidney grilles and wide-set headlights. On the inside, the new BMW M2 gets a curved display for infotainment and instrumentation with M specific graphics. As far as dimensions go, the new M2 is 219mm shorter than the M4 – at 4,575mm bumper to bumper – but 114mm longer than the previous-generation M2. The new BMW M2 rivals the Porsche 718 Cayman in India.
Also see:
2023 BMW M2 review: Entry to the M family
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