After the recently revealed refreshed 2 Series, BMW is now launching a new generation M2 model. This is the most powerful version of this model, which now comes with 480 hp. Production will start in August.

The design of the predecessor is retained, but customers will now be able to choose several additional new colors. There are also single-colored aluminum rims, which this time are not in dark shades. However, the dark interior now comes with a new multifunction steering wheel and the new iDrive 8.5 multimedia system. Customers can also choose seats decorated with red details (standard), while lighter and more profiled front seats with a carbon base are optional.

The new M2 is powered by a 3.0-L inline-six engine with 480 hp (358 kW) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque (6-speed manual transmission) or 442 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque (8-speed automatic gearbox). That’s 20 hp more than its predecessor, putting the M2 on par with the M3 and M4. With a manual transmission, the M2 reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.2 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). With an 8-speed automatic transmission, the M2 reaches 100 km/h 0.2 seconds faster.

When it comes to price, the M2 in Germany starts at 77,490 euros.

Source: BMW

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