BMW M2 F87
The last small M coupe with a stick.
37 reviewers · 133 videos · 53 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance, but split on handling and fun to drive.
across 37 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 · ▶ 10:05"it's fun to drive it's enjoyable to drive and it's enjoyable to drive at all speeds"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 26:46"If you want a car to go to mountain roads and touge passes and backroads like I did today and think you're going to really enjoy driving. You're not."
Mick Drives Cars · ▶ 15:21"This is very comfortable in all the adaptive modes."
TheStraightPipes · ▶ 19:10"you're still aimed at the steering wheel the problem is you're looking straight at the front left headlight"
JasonCammisa · ▶ 11:16"it's the winner of this test just based on price"
Savagegeese · ▶ 38:00"I don't think this is £10,000 better than the m235i"
Car Throttle · ▶ 6:19Performance
4.5/537 of 37 reviewersstrong consensus“the performance here is just incredible”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 18:15“this is a rocket of a little engine that they've slapped on the m2 and it goes really fast”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 3:51“it is by far the slowest out of all three”
Savagegeese · ▶ 28:20Handling
4.5/537 of 37 reviewerssplit“the chassis here is just awesome it's so much fun you guys”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 29:12“the front-end grip the steering is just incredible”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 11:52“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 · ▶ 10:05Fun to drive
4.5/537 of 37 reviewerssplit“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“that's why i love the bmw m2 it has so much more character than any other modern bmw”
positive · ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 4:57“this thing delivers it excites it's fun it's engaging and it's enjoyable to drive all the time”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 18:44Daily drivability
3.5/536 of 37 reviewerssplit“This is very comfortable in all the adaptive modes.”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 19:10“The motorway manners of a BMW are elite. Unlike almost any other car. Just fantastic road holding and confidence and stability.”
positive · Mick Drives Cars · ▶ 11:56“i would have no problem daily driving this m2 with the ride quality”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 17:08Value
4.0/536 of 37 reviewerssplit“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“there is so much car for your dollar here this is gonna be one of those legendary cars”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 25:48Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Road & Track
How BMW's First Sebring Win Led to a Stellar New M2 CS
◆Worth itThe M2 CS is a brilliant, engaging sports car that stands as the soul of the M brand, despite minor flaws in steering feedback and infotainment.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a balanced, rear-wheel-drive sports car that rewards driver input.
- Watch out
- Light steering feedback · Frustrating infotainment system · Jerky low-speed transmission behavior · Progressive but soft brake pedal
Quotes worth your time - 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
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