We’re on the 2024 Daytona 24 Hours the place BMW is displaying off a number of efficiency vehicles, together with an X2 M35i. The brand new M2 occurs to be one among them, however it’s not simply any G87. Painted within the unique Zandvoort Blue, the sports activities coupe is chock-full of M Efficiency Elements and has one important characteristic – a handbook gearbox. The rear-wheel-drive machine flaunts these retro-flavored emblems launched in 2022 when the M division celebrated its 50^th anniversary.

Addressing the elephant within the room, this M2 options the optional M Performance exhaust. The controversial improve consists of vertically stacked exhaust ideas and a titanium rear silencer, shedding round 8 kg (18 lbs) in comparison with the usual setup. Past its putting design, the exhaust additionally incorporates electrically managed flaps, permitting you to customise the soundtrack – whether or not you favor a louder roar or a extra subdued tone.

Past the attention-grabbing exhaust, BMW is exhibiting the M2 with an array of carbon fiber physique add-ons. We’re not huge followers of these aspect spats for the G87, and the M Efficiency decal on the aspect skirts makes us consider a tuner’s automotive. For these eager on additional personalization, further choices can be found, together with a roof-mounted spoiler and a set of centerlock wheels supplied for the M3 and M4 as nicely.

Regardless of the worldwide market launch of the second-generation M2 lower than a yr in the past, in March 2023, BMW M has already teased an upcoming replace slated for later this yr. Described by M boss Frank van Meel as a “mannequin revision” set to debut in 2024, fans are left speculating concerning the potential enhancements. One possible enchancment is a lift to the S58 engine, anticipated to ship a further 20 horsepower. Rumors counsel the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six may see an output improve to a meaty 473 hp.

To broaden the automotive’s attraction, BMW is anticipated to sort out the restricted coloration palette by introducing a spread of recent hues. At present, the choices embody simply 5 commonplace paints together with two matte Particular person colours: Frozen Pure Grey and Frozen Portimao Blue. Rumors counsel upcoming additions might embody Twilight Purple and Grigio Telesto, together with attractive selections like Java Inexperienced, Sao Paulo Yellow, Voodoo Blue, Fireplace/Vegas Pink, and Skyscraper Gray.

With the arrival of an M2 CS in 2025, BMW goes to boost the newborn M additional with an built-in ducktail spoiler just like what the M4 CSL had, and the M3 CSL E46 earlier than it. A yr later, there may even be an M2 xDrive variant, if sources near Munich are to be believed.