The new BMW M2 is due to be revealed in October 2022 and BMW will present the newcomer to local fans at M Fest in celebration of 50 years of M.
It’s a big year for BMW as the firm’s M division is celebrating 50 years of existence and we have already been graced with the reveal of the 405 kW M4 CSL, the fastest M car to date, as well as the M4 50 Jahre Edition of which only 5 will be offered locally.
BMW, however, is just gathering momentum and M fans have lots to look forward to because the reveal of the next-generation rear-wheel-drive M2 is around the corner. BMW recently teased the new M2 with a short video entitled, “The M2 is on its way. Get ready for playtime” (see below) and previously the M division released more details and images, confirming that the new M2 is in the final stage of testing.
Now, BMW is preparing for the global digital reveal of the new M2 in October 2022 and the firm will use the South African M Fest to publicly display the new M2 in the metal at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Gauteng on 15-16 October 2022.
The new BMW M2 has big shoes to fill but it’s unlikely to disappoint.
Earlier this year the new BMW M2 was subjected to track testing at Salzburgring in Austria with a focus on driving dynamics and chassis and BMW M says that the new M2 has similar performance characteristics to the current BMW M2 CS.
The outgoing M2 was widely regarded as the pinnacle driver’s car and for many, one of the best M cars ever made. Those are lofty praises and it means that the next M2 must exceed expectations.
We’ve previously seen spy shots of the new M2 performance coupe and they suggest that BMW will dial up the fun factor in just about every way possible.
The new M2 Coupe will be powered by the same 375 kW / 650 Nm S58 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder engine that’s found in the new M3 and M4 but will be tuned down to approximately 335 kW and 550 Nm, which is a good starting point if you consider that the outgoing M2 CS produced 331 kW and 550 Nm. This engine will be mated to either a 6-speed manual or 8-speed M Steptronic transmission directing power to the rear wheels. The new M2 will also share braking componentry from the M3/M4 duo to ensure suitable stopping power. The new BMW M2 will be the last non-electrified M car.
BMW’s Curved Display will make an appearance in the new M2.
In an effort to improve performance even further, weight-reducing equipment such as a carbon fibre roof and carbon bucket seats will also be offered as an option to buyers. Also, note that BMW’s Curved Display will be offered in the new M2 and combines a 12.3-inch instrument cluster with a larger 14.9 infotainment screen and is equipped with the latest iDrive8 operating system.
We will keep you updated as more details are revealed.
Watch the teaser video for the new BMW M2 below!
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