When it goes on sale this July, the all-new 2019 BMW M2 Competition will have a base price of $58,900, exactly $4,400 more than the current M2. For that extra amount, you’re getting a significant upgrade in performance and presence. Under the hood lies a modified version of the same S55 engine that’s found in the BMW M3 and M4. So it’s a 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine that makes 410 hp (US horsepower 405 hp) and 406 lb-ft of torque. So it makes a bit less power than the standard M3 but the same amount of torque.
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That twin-turbo engine is mated to a six-speed manual as-standard, however, a seven-speed DCT is available. Either transmission sends its power to the rear wheels, with an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential dividing up the power between each rear wheel. That electronic M Differential is the same basic unit you’ll find in the M3/M4 but it’s been tweaked for M2 Competition duty.
According to BMW Germany, the BMW M2 Competition will get from 0-62 mph in 4.2 seconds with the rapid-shifting DCT. If you want to row your own gears, you’ll have to wait an extra two-tenths to get to sixty-two, as BMW claims a 4.4 second time. On the other hand, BMW USA rates the M2 Competition for the standard 0-60 sprint time at 4.0 seconds.
The visual upgrades of the BMW M2 Competition start with new monoblock kidney grilles, which are slightly larger and sharper-edged. These new grilles are not only more aggressive looking but they’re more functional, as they provide more airflow to help keep things nice and chilly. They are finished in Shadowline Gloss Black, as well are all the badges, much like the M4 Competition Package, making it seem more menacing. A new color is also available, Hockenheim Silver Metallic, along with Sunset Orange, which was previously available on other BMWs but new to the M2.
It also gets a slightly new front lip, with three little vents in it. You also get to see the subtle decklid spoiler and the silver brake calipers, which come on the M Sport brakes and are 6-piston at the front and 4-piston at the back. Out back, there’s a black diffuser and black exhaust tips, with a new two-stage exhaust system. There’s also a carbon fiber strut brace under hood, like on the M3/M4.
BMW also listened to its customers, so M side mirrors were fitted to the car.
Inside, the BMW M2 gets new M Sport seats (standard in the US and optional in other markets), with some blue or orange accents, depending on your choice, and illuminated “M2” logos in the seatbacks. It also gets a red “Start/Stop” button. The M leather steering wheel, an M footrest and knee pad on the center console complete the M-tuned interior.
By the end of this week, we will learn more about the packages offered and other options, so stay tuned!
Update: Full pricing details and packages will be made available this week, for those of you wondering why we haven’t posted them yet. No pricing screenshots are available at the moment since this information was off-the-record.
“An optional carbon fiber roof can also be installed for an extra dollar amount.”
What? Is this accurate?
As part of the M Performance Parts
Truly stunning looks are achieved in combination with the M Performance vehicle roof in carbon fibre, which is also made of visible varnished carbon fibre (approx. 5 kg weight saving) and the M Performance tailgate in carbon fibre (approx. 6 kg weight saving, both available from 11/2018).
Actually you can already buy them from motorsport24.de, might be cheaper as well ;)
That is such great news that a CFRP roof will be available! That will put it even closer to the M4. It’s really a matter of preference, especially now that it has the same engine. Aftermarket can easily take the M2 Competition to 500 HP and make it faster than perhaps even an M4 CS. Would be interesting to see a race like that.
That seems a very reasonable price increase for all the upgrades it has over the standard M2. Hopefully it has very few options like the base car did so the price doesn’t start to ballon out of control like it does on most other BMW’s if you want it fully loaded (Not counting all the M Performance parts as they will clearly be expensive).
I am 99.9% sure those upgraded brakes will come at a premium it is not an upgrade that can be had at the base price unless BMW has done something very different than Europe and Canada. I think I remember the cost of those were 1,400 british pounds so a couple of grand in US dollars.
I agree, we just don’t know exactly at what price. Will know by Friday
yeah, why should they make this for free? Dont think the normal John needs bigger brakes anyway, espsically in the US where you can go maximum 80-90mph ;)
Anyone doubt that a Tesla Model 3 will dust this thing for less money using no gasoline? Well, maybe not today, but when the performance versions of both appear in a few months, I’d bet more than a beer…
I’ll take that bet. A performance model 3 may be faster than and M2 comp however, I contend that a performance model of the 3 will likely cost at least as much as an M2 comp or even more. If you use the price increase from a standard model s to the P100D it’s about double. If the same percentage increase in price for a performance model 3 would likely be in the $70k range.
Furthermore, your ignoring that the M2 and model 3 are completely different cars with different potential buyers. I have a 2017 M2 MT and I wouldn’t trade it for a Model S P100D, or a performance Model 3, in a million years.
C&D got a 5.1 second 0-60 in a standard Model 3, comparing it to 330i (perhaps a bit unfair there). Their build cost $50K. No matter, as anyone who drives cars knows, the performance character of a M2 and 3 are dramatically different, just about as much as two cars can be. Although your Tesla uses no gas, it does use electricity, which is generated from some energy source. Buy and drive what you like, but don’t suppose the 3 is perfect.
Their build cost $50K.
How much was their delivery?
My buddy’s Tesla Model 3 was about $55k out the door. That’s with the big battery, which is like a $9k option. The car is fast as it as 100% torque instantaneous! The handling felt good too as it was flat going around the curves. I’m impressed! The only caveat is you hope not to get one built on Mondays or Fridays…Good Luck!
I’ll stick with original M3, not some dashless wannabe.
this or a used Porsche boxster…????
Tough choice, but I would go with M2 C