BMW is relentless in its quest to squeeze each final drop of efficiency from the M2. Though it has been round for lower than three years, the G87 has already acquired two energy upgrades. Engineers bumped the S58 engine to 473 hp final yr and to 523 hp for the lately launched M2 CS which we reviewed right here. The M division is already teasing the opportunity of xDrive and CSL variations, however within the meantime, it’s cooking up one thing else.
Observe Package deal Prototype Noticed at Nürburgring
Previewed earlier this week, an M2 with a Observe Package deal has already been noticed close to the Nürburgring. This Sao Paulo Yellow prototype is a lifeless ringer for the automobile featured within the teasersproper right down to the license plate. The camouflage utilized to the wing is futile, as there’s no hiding such a outstanding aero component. It’s a wing that wouldn’t look misplaced on a GT3-spec 911 or Cayman from Porsche.
BMW covers roughly half of the automobile in its acquainted camo wrap, hinting at extra modifications past the attention-grabbing wing. Regardless of the M division has deliberate for the M2, the compact sports activities coupe will retain its street-legal standing. You’ll have the ability to drive a Observe Package deal-equipped automobile on public roads to and from the circuit.
The seen rear headrests recommend the again seats stay, so BMW will possible reserve a stripped-out model for the potential M2 CSLif it materializes. Even so, the Observe Package deal ought to go nicely past the present catalog of M Efficiency Components. BMW hasn’t stated whether or not it can supply the brand new elements completely as a whole package deal or permit consumers to pick out particular person gadgets.
The record of suitable M Efficiency Components for the M2 is already intensive. It contains a wide selection of carbon fiber physique upgrades, centerlock wheels, and a coilover suspension. There’s additionally a titanium silencer, and who might overlook the center-exit exhaust with stacked ideas? With the whole lot fitted, the G87 seems to be straight out of a racing online game. That stated, this Observe Package deal isn’t as flashy, regardless of the large wing.
How It Compares to the M2 CS
BMW M informed us it’s too early to speak specifics, however they did that the “critical improve” will arrive in 2026. The M2 is more likely to obtain a number of mechanical tweaks, together with revisions to the suspension, chassis, and brakes to assist reduce lap instances. In CS guise, it’s already the quickest in its class across the Nürburgring. Nonetheless, there’s room to dip beneath 7:25. That will deal one other blow to the Audi RS3, particularly contemplating the M2 CS is already 7.6 seconds faster than Ingolstadt’s five-cylinder compact across the Inexperienced Hell.
