BMW M2
The last small M coupe with a stick.
9 reviewers · 49 videos · 52 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and fun to drive, but split on handling.
across 9 reviewers
"the chassis here is just awesome it's so much fun you guys"
TheTopher · ▶ 29:12"I don't feel confident pushing this car hard because of that numb steering. I just can't feel where the limit of grip is."
Zygrene · ▶ 10:05Performance
4.5/59 of 9 reviewersconsensus“the performance here is just incredible”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 18:15“it is by far the slowest out of all three”
Savagegeese · ▶ 28:20“This is a freaking fast car. Even with the weight, 3600 plus lb, the straight line performance is pretty nutty.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 6:54Handling
4.0/59 of 9 reviewerssplit“the chassis here is just awesome it's so much fun you guys”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 29:12“I don't feel confident pushing this car hard because of that numb steering. I just can't feel where the limit of grip is.”
critical · Zygrene · ▶ 10:05“There is a delay a disconnect in this car... there's a real lag I guess it is in the steering and it does kind of get in the way of things.”
critical · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 8:26Fun to drive
4.5/59 of 9 reviewersstrong consensus“it's fun to drive it's enjoyable to drive and it's enjoyable to drive at all speeds”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 26:46“this thing delivers it excites it's fun it's engaging and it's enjoyable to drive all the time”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 18:44“this car actually puts it all back i like it i like this m2 it's putting a smile on my face”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 15:16Daily drivability
4.0/59 of 9 reviewersstrong consensus“i would have no problem daily driving this m2 with the ride quality”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 17:08“It does the daily driving thing just fine. It's not ideal.”
mixed · Zygrene · ▶ 19:58“It's actually not too badly damped either... I'd say this rides a little bit better.”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 3:33Value
4.0/59 of 9 reviewersstrong consensus“it's the winner of this test just based on price”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 38:00“I'm pitching this as maybe the best first M car to buy and a bit of a bargain.”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 17:39“i think these are kind of a relative bargain because they sit in this weird spot where people think well i don't want to get the n55 now that the s55 came out well you don't need it”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 18:53Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Car and Driver
A Small Getaway: 2026 BMW M2 CS Tested
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe M2 CS is a track-capable machine that brings immense performance to the street, though its lack of daily amenities and high price make it a specialized choice.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts prioritizing track-day performance and raw power over daily comfort.
- Watch out
- No manual transmission option · No cupholders or armrests · Expensive price point · Polarizing exterior design
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2026 BMW M2 CS First Test: Sweetheart Becomes a Savage
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe M2 CS is a record-breaking track weapon that delivers incredible engagement, but its intensity makes it a less compelling choice for the road than the standard M2.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who prioritize raw performance and engagement over daily comfort
- Watch out
- Unsettled body control on imperfect roads · Excessively thick steering wheel rim · Less comfortable than standard M2 · High price premium
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2025 BMW M2 Yearlong Review Verdict: The Ultimate One Car Solution
◆BuyThe 2025 BMW M2 is a rare 'no-compromises' sports car that manages to be both a track-ready performer and a genuinely usable daily driver.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who need a single vehicle that can handle both spirited driving and daily commuting duties.
- Watch out
- Limited front-cabin storage · Wireless charger tends to overheat phones · High-performance brake pads squeal when dirty
Quotes worth your time - Top Gear
BMW M2 CS Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe M2 CS is a brilliant, highly engaging driver's car that successfully builds on the M2 Competition's strengths, despite some minor ergonomic quirks.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a highly capable, rear-drive sports car with a focus on chassis balance and track-day performance.
- Watch out
- Industrial engine sound · Frustrating default drive modes · Lack of steering feel · Noticeable turbo lag
1,217 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
BMW M2 Interior Layout & Technology | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe M2's interior is a significant step up in quality and space, but the reliance on complex, screen-based controls is a frustrating step backward in ergonomics.
- Best for
- Drivers who prioritize interior luxury and occasional rear-seat utility over simple, tactile controls.
- Watch out
- fiddly screen-based heater controls · unintuitive menu system · carbon bucket seats are difficult to enter/exit
441 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Litchfield BMW M2 review: 420bhp modified coupe driven Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe Litchfield M2 is a highly rewarding performance car that fixes the factory model's suspension and engine character flaws, making it a top-tier choice for enthusiasts.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a more compliant, sharper, and more vocal M2 for both road and track use.
- Watch out
- High cost of full upgrade kit · Some low-speed ride tension
886 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
First drive: the new BMW M2 Reviews 2025 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe M2 is a superb, highly engaging driver's car that offers a more communicative experience than its larger M-siblings.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a high-performance, communicative, and usable daily driver.
- Watch out
- 7000rpm rev limit feels low · Some turbo lag below 3000rpm · Firm suspension
1,279 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
BMW M2 Competition Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆BuyThe M2 Competition is a sensational, classic-feeling driver's car that offers exceptional engagement and balance for the price.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a highly interactive, balanced, and characterful performance coupe.
- Watch out
- Firm ride quality · Some low-end turbo lag
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