Woodcliff Lake, N.J… October 13, 2015<\/b> Today, BMW M GmbH unveiled the newest member of its product family. The coveted M badge has been placed on the popular BMW 2 Series in the form of the all-new 2016 BMW M2. The 6-cylinder under the hood is in keeping with the finest M tradition, ensuring unbeatable driving dynamics on the trace track with exceptional power delivery and the signature, outstanding driving behavior thanks to rear-wheel drive agility and lightweight aluminum M Sport suspension. The innovative M TwinPower Turbo technology ensures outstanding torque available across a wide rev band with rapid responses and excellent efficiency, raising the pulse with its distinctive engine soundtrack.<\/p>\n
The BMW M2 will be available at authorized BMW centers with a limited range of options starting in spring of 2016. Prince will be disclosed closer to market launch.<\/p>\n
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Available Spring 2016
\nUS pricing to come
\nAvailable in Long Beach Blue, Alpine White, Black Sapphire and Mineral Grey<\/p>\n
Engine \/ Performance
\n3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N55 engine – N55B30T0)
\n365 hp @ 6500 RPM
\n343 lb-ft @ 1400-5560 RPM
\nOverboost function boosts torque by +26 lb-ft to 369 lb-ft between 1450 – 4750 RPM
\n7000 RPM rev limiter
\n0-60 mph: 4.2 sec (w\/ DCT and Launch Control)
\n0-60 mph: 4.4 sec (6 speed manual)
\nNurburgring lap time of 7:58
\nTop speed: 155 mph electronically limited
\nClosed-deck engine (water jacket surrounding the cylinders is sealed at the top, allowing for high cylinder pressures)
\nHigh Precision Injection system
\nDouble VANOS
\nVALVETRONIC
\nPistons from M3\/M4 S55 engine, with top ring optimized for the use of grey-cast iron liners
\nCrankshaft main bearing shells from M3\/M4 S55 engine
\nTurbocharger integrated into the exhaust manifold
\nAerodynamically tuned air intake manifold
\nHigh performance spark plugs
\nExtra water radiator
\nAdditional oil cooler for transmission oil (DCT only)
\nModified oil sump
\nAdditional oil sump cover limits movement of oil under acceleration
\nExtra oil suction pump send oil back to rear pop oil sump when braking heavily
\nSpecial suction system for oil supply to turbocharger under high acceleration<\/p>\n
Transmission:
\n6 speed manual transmission (standard)
\nNew carbon fiber friction lining enhances shift precision
\nDry-sump lubrication prevents sloshing of transmission oil and ensures proper lubrication
\nAutomatic rev-matching (can be disabled in DSC OFF mode)
\n7 speed M DCT (option)
\nLaunch Control
\nActive M Differential with 0-100% lock. Full locking power of 1843 lb-ft available within 150ms<\/p>\n
Suspension \/ Chassis:
\nLightweight aluminum front and rear axles of the BMW M3 and M4
\nAluminum suspension struts and tubular anti-roll bar
\nPlay-free ball joints ensure precise wheel location
\nStiffening plate in underbody provides additional bolted connection between the axle subframe and the body sills
\nForces passing through suspension are transmitted directly via special elastomer bearings
\nControl arms and wheel carriers made from forged aluminum
\nRear axle subframe bolted directly to body<\/p>\n
Wheels \/ Tires \/ Brakes:
\nWheels: 19×9″ front \/ 19×10″ rear
\nTires: exclusive 19 inch Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires – 245\/35 ZR front and 265\/35 ZR rear
\nFour-piston fixed calipers front \/ two-piston fixed calipers rear
\n15″ rotors front \/ 14.5″ rotors rear – perforated and inner-vented brake disc ring made from grey-cast iron
\nBrake disc hub constructed from aluminum<\/p>\n
Other Highlights:
\nNurburgring laptime of 7:58
\nM developed electric power steering
\nBrake Energy Regeneration
\nAuto Start Stop function<\/p>\n
Styling Highlights \/ Interior:
\nLarge front apron w\/ trapezoidal blades and Air Curtains in outer air intakes mimic the BMW 3.0 CSL touring car racer
\nTrapezoidal blades divert part of the airflow through the wheel arches, while the Air Curtains guide the air effectively past the wheels
\nSide gills reference a feature first seen on the BMW 3.0 CSL
\nWidened wheel flares \/ fenders – 2.1 inch front and 3.1 inch rear
\nM rear spoiler
\nVertical reflectors on rear apron form a stylistic connection w\/ the trapezoidal blades at the front end
\nDrag reduced by 5% compared w\/ 2 Series Coupe
\nLift reduced by 35%<\/p>\n
Interior:
\nSports seats in black Dakota leather with blue contrast stitching and an M logo in the backrests
\nAdjust side seat bolsters
\nM footrest and knee pad on the center console for the driver
\nInstruments with M2-specific dials and needles
\nM logos on the tachometer, gearshift lever, door sill plates
\nM leather steering wheel with M color stitching and shift paddles
\nBMW M2 trim strip with surfacing in open pore carbon fiber
\nAlcantara door panel inserts, parking brake boot and shift lever boot (manual transmission only)<\/p>\n