BMW has released a new teaser for the second-generation M2 ahead of its expected debut on October 11. The spy photographers have snapped a multitude of M2s testing in recent months and the car featured in this teaser is one of those camouflaged prototypes. However, this doesn’t appear to be an entry-level version of the sports car. BMW looks to have developed a series of M Performance Parts for the car and this prototype is rocking some of them. The most obvious accessory fitted is the large fixed rear wing that will help to ensure the car cannot be mistaken for a standard 2-Series Coupe. In addition, we can see that this prototype has a similar stacked central quad exhaust system as is available for the M4 through the M Performance Parts division. While it looks a little too ‘aftermarket’ for our tastes, it’s certainly striking.
Beyond its looks, the new BMW M2 is
expected to feature the same 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged straight-six as the
M3, albeit detuned to around the 450 hp mark. Customers will likely be given
the choice between a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission
with power sent through the rear wheels. An xDrive all-wheel drive system won’t
be available at launch but could be added to the range at a later date.
BMW Blog understands that the new M2 will
be available in a host of different colors, including Zandvoort Blue, Toronto
Red, Brooklyn Gray, and Black Sapphire. A number of BMW Individual colors
should also be available. The original M2 remains one of the finest sports cars
released in the last decade so the pressure will be on BMW to ensure that the
new model is even better.
