No extra guesstimates and experiences concerning the numbers that make up the brand new M2 CS. BMW is lastly releasing full particulars, simply days after the automotive’s public debut on the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. We’ve been following the second-generation Competitors Sport for a number of years, and now the cat is out of the bag. With out additional ado, right here’s how M has improved the G87 components.
On the coronary heart of the brand new M2 CS is an upgraded twin-turbo inline-six engine. The three.0-liter “S58” now delivers 523 horsepower and 479 pound-feet (650 Newton-meters) of torque. Fanatics get an additional 50 hp and 36 lb-ft (50 Nm) over the 2025 M2 fitted with the automated transmission. On the identical time, it’s simply as potent because the M4 Competitors xDrive. Sadly, there is no such thing as a handbook gearbox accessible, regardless of the outdated F87-generation M2 CS having a stick.
Lighter Than The Common BMW M2
Let’s speak weight. BMW has eliminated 97 kilos for the model offered within the US, the place it suggestions the scales at 3,770 lbs. In Europe, the automotive has misplaced 30 kilograms, lowering its weight to roughly 1,700 kg and not using a driver. Since this isn’t a CSL, the rear seats stay in place. Engineers achieved the load financial savings by way of a wide range of carbon fiber elements and cast 19-inch wheels. The flashy sneakers are available in matte Gold Bronze.
Including energy and shedding weight has decreased the 0-60 mph (96 km/h) dash by two-tenths of a second to three.7 seconds. In Europe, the M2 CS reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.8 seconds. Utilizing the one-foot rollout technique, it does the job in 3.5 seconds. Flat out, it reaches an electronically restricted 188 mph (302 km/h), making it 11 mph (17 km/h) quicker than the usual automotive.
One Shade For The Inside – Black
The M2 CS’s inside is constructed round efficiency and light-weight design. The motive force and passenger sit in heated M Carbon bucket seats that mix Alcantara and Black Merino leather-based with M Shade stitching. These seats are lighter than commonplace buckets, have detachable head restraints for helmet use, and could be fitted with multi-point harnesses for observe work.
The Alcantara-wrapped, three-spoke M steering wheel has a flat backside, gearshift paddles, a crimson 12 o’clock marker, and two M buttons for fast entry to customized driving settings. Carbon-fiber trim runs throughout the sprint and middle console, the place you’ll additionally discover a crimson “CS” badge. Different touches embrace M seatbelts, door sills with an illuminated “CS” brand and crimson define, and customizable ambient lighting within the door panels—flip it off to see the carbon weave beneath. The M Anthracite headliner completes the centered, driver-centered cabin.
Beneath $100,000
Addressing the fragile difficulty of pricing, the CS prices $99,775 in the US, together with vacation spot and dealing with charges. It’s a whopping $30,400 costlier than the bottom M2 with an automated transmission. You might purchase a brand new MINI 3-Door Hardtop with the distinction. In BMW’s protection, options which might be elective on the M2 are commonplace on the CS. We’re primarily speaking concerning the Carbon Package deal ($9,900) and M Driver’s Package deal ($2,500), together with a number of miscellaneous gadgets just like the darkened headlights, energetic cruise management, and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel. Including the extras to a non-CS M2 reduces the worth hole between the 2 to just about $19,000.
In Germany, BMW is charging a steep €115,000, or €37,500 greater than the Steptronic-equipped common M2 earlier than choices. You gained’t pay extra for the Black Sapphire, Brooklyn Gray, and Portimao Blue colours. Splurge on the Particular person Velvet Blue, and also you’ll be paying $3,600 within the U.S. Nonetheless, what actually units it other than a daily G87 is the brand new trunk lid, that includes an built-in CSL-style ducktail spoiler.
Though BMW costs an enormous premium, it nonetheless lists the carbon-ceramic brakes with crimson calipers individually for $8,500. The staggered wheels include 275/35 ZR19 entrance and 285/30 ZR20 rear tires, which could be upgraded at no further value to “observe” and “ultra-track” rubber. It’s value noting that BMW has lowered the automotive by 0.2 inches and revised all the pieces from the springs and dampers to the steering and differential.
Manufacturing begins in August on the San Luis Potosí manufacturing facility in Mexico, the place BMW will construct the M2 CS in “restricted numbers.” We anticipate roughly 2,000 items to be assembled. The market launch is ready for late summer time.
