BMW M2 F87

The BMW M2 F87 is a sports coupe produced by the Munich automobile concern. The model, in fact, is a sporty version of the usual “two”. The model was first presented in October 2015, the auto has been in production since the end of 2015, to the present. The beginning of the sports flagship began in the UK from April 2016, then the auto was presented within the Geneva Motor Show, and a little later in Detroit. The manufacturer of the coupe states that the model “combines the best sporting qualities and classic rear-wheel drive with the superior maneuverability and optimal handling of modern BMW M cars”. As for the cost of the BMW M2, it is noted that it is the most affordable model among cars of the entire M-series lineup.

Modern technical and electronic-functional equipment, excellent driving characteristics of the model, high comfort inside the cabin, the use of premium quality materials in the design, and innovative systems in the technical equipment of the interior of the car, bright, stylish, sporty-aggressive exterior BMW M2, make the car really attractive to motorists, and forcing to pay attention to all other road users. The model is produced in one generation since 2015, the only thing is that in 2018 the car was subjected to minimal modernization.

Appearance

As for the exterior of the updated Bavarian sports car, the car received almost no changes compared to the earlier versions of the BMW M2 coupe. Among the most obvious differences of the exterior, stand out the enlarged branded radiator grille, updated side mirrors, similar to those, which are equipped with BMW M4 cars, enlarged sections of the false radiator grille, modernized design of the front bumper, which became much larger, and received enlarged niches of air intakes, as well as a modified look of the exhaust pipes of the car, which are distinguished by a pair of twin nozzles, the front adaptive head optics received a fully LED equipment.

Warning. The upgraded 2018 BMW M2 model, received two new color schemes for the car’s body paint.

As for the exterior design of the stern of the Bavarian sports car, it is particularly striking massive bumper with recesses on the sides, designed for narrow additional overall optics, exhaust pipes are located on a massive impressive relief protection, which acts as a stand for them. The main rear optics has a horizontal division into sections and stands out by the relief of the surface. Completeness of the image of the rear part of the Munich sports car is provided by a neat and discreet trunk lid with a standard spoiler, and rear glass with a rather impressive angle of inclination.

When looking at the car from the side, the swiftness of the model’s character, the refinement of its creators’ taste, sporty anger and elegance stand out. The elongated front, the aft part pressed to the body, horizontal dashes, notches, neat window line of side doors, aerodynamic rearview mirrors, smooth roof line, large angle of inclination of the windshield, as if unambiguously hint at the sporty character of BMW M2 coupe.

Attention! In the exterior of the sports car from Bavaria, the widened wings and wheel arches with placed in them nineteen-inch wheels made of forged aluminum are particularly notable.

As for the overall dimensions of the car, the model has a length of 4468 mm, width of 1854 mm, height of 1410 mm, and the wheelbase of the car is equal to 2693 mm. Ground clearance of the sports car is 123 mm, curb weight of the Bavarian car is equal to 1495 kg.

Engine

The manufacturer of BMW M2 F87 has equipped the car with a six-cylinder powerplant equipped with a direct injection system. To the features of the motor include installed twin scroll turbine, which significantly affects the power of the power unit. The engine of the Bavarian sports car is equal to 370 horsepower, and 465 units of torque. Maximum power is achieved at 6500 rpm, and maximum torque is achieved between 1440 and 5560 rpm. The powertrain works in conjunction with a six-speed manual transmission as well as a seven-speed robotized transmission.

BMW M2 F87 demonstrates excellent dynamic characteristics. In 4.3 seconds the car accelerates to a speed of 100 kilometers per hour, and the maximum speed of the sports car is equal to 250 kilometers per hour (the maximum speed is limited by the action of electronic systems to 250 kilometers per hour). Optionally, the motorist can purchase a car with a reduced limit of 270 kilometers per hour.

As for fuel consumption, the car on average will consume 10 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers of travel in city mode, and when going on the highway, the BMW M2 F87 will consume 6 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers of travel. The BMW M2 F87 equipped with a manual gearbox consumes slightly more fuel.

Interior

BMW M2 F87 has a comfortable and stylish interior. Premium class materials are used in the design of the interior space of the car.

The car is equipped with sports leather seats with side support of excellent quality, a large number of adjustments on the electric drive, heating option and three-point seat belts. Due to the presence of adjustments, lateral support and dimensions of the interior space, people with any complexion can comfortably sit inside the car. The steering wheel is large enough, finished with pleasant to the touch materials. The steering wheel is easy enough to hold, besides, it is equipped with control keys for additional multimedia functions of the interior. Behind the steering wheel there are thin paddles of manual gearshift, the dashboard is made in the classic style inherent to BMW cars: there are two analog gauges displaying speedometer and tachometer indicators, as well as a rather informative display of on-board computer.

The center console of the car is a “business card” of Bavarian cars. The multimedia and navigation system display is located on top. Under it there are two deflectors of air collectors, and the key of emergency alarm. Somewhat farther away is the control unit for separate climate control, made in the classic “Bavarian” style. Transmission tunnel also can not surprise fans of cars produced by Munich automobile concern: the initial part received two cup holders, and behind them there is a gearbox selector. The right part is covered with carbon fiber, and behind it there is a puck for multimedia control, and some keys for controlling the NBT system. The car is equipped with a mechanical parking brake handbrake.

As for systems and options designed to enhance driver and passenger comfort, the standard BMW M2 Coupe boasts automatic single-zone climate control, optional heated front seats, an extensive lighting package, a six-speaker audio system, a Hands-free + USB hands-free system, a Professional navigation system that includes a touchscreen iDrive controller and an 8.8-inch display. The car is equipped with keyless start system, sliding front armrest, sporty multifunction steering wheel housed in leather braiding. The car also received an exclusive dashboard. The interior space of the car also received 4 airbags and active power steering.

Attention! The interior space of the Bavarian sports model can boast not only high comfort, and excellent quality of premium finishes, but also extensive electronic and functional equipment, making the process of operating the car as ergonomic as possible (especially if you use BMW M2 F87 in the maximum configuration).

Electronics

BMW M2 coupe in F87 body is equipped with a set of electronic-functional systems, which allow to ensure high safety of the driver and passengers, as well as significantly facilitate the process of driving the car, and increase the comfort of using the sports car. For safety are responsible dynamic stability control system DSC, it includes a large number of subsystems and also a rich set of functions, of which we can highlight the options of drying and readiness of the braking system, as well as the system of assistance in touching. Also within the functionality of the DSC system, there is an M Dynamic Mode (MDM). It automatically allows the car to go into a controlled skid, for this electronics “gives a command” to the wheels to slip. The design of the Bavarian sports car provides for the presence of a set of systems designed to help in the management of the car, they include a full-fledged driving assistant (its functionality includes options for tracking markings, collision warning system and collision with a pedestrian, the option of automatic braking in city conditions), also in the design of the car is a rearview camera, as well as a system of high beam color control.

A number of driver assistance systems are also provided: driving assistant (marking tracking, collision and pedestrian warning system with automatic braking in city conditions), rearview camera, high beam control system.

Features

Among other technical features of the BMW M2 F87, which deserve some attention, stand out a rigid suspension with a system of McPherson in front, and five levers in the rear, excellent four-piston front, and two-piston rear ventilated brakes, active rear differential, which allows you to make a full lock.

Caution: The active rear differential allows for the most optimal wheel traction by distributing torque to the rear drive wheels when making dynamic changes or cornering at high speeds or on roads with uneven surfaces, including snow, gravel and ice.

The Bavarian sports car also received the M Servotronic steering system: it adjusts the degree of amplification depending on the speed of the vehicle.

Options

Bavarian sports coupe BMW M2 F87 is characterized not only by excellent driving and technical characteristics, presentable design and electronic and functional equipment, but also by relatively low cost. The BMW M2 F87 model is the cheapest of the entire model M-line of Munich sports cars. The basic configuration of BMW M2 F87 will cost motorists in 3 million, 690 thousand rubles, and the maximum in 4 million 400 thousand rubles. As options, in addition to the basic, the potential buyer is offered:

• traffic sign recognition system;
• tire pressure sensor;
• keyless entry;
• rearview camera;
• automatic parking function;
• hatch;
• adaptive lighting;
• premium multimedia system;
• blind spot monitoring;
• light and rain sensor;
• electric seat adjustments with memory function for previously set parameters.

Attention! High electronic equipment makes the vehicle as comfortable as possible for the owner.

Generations and configurations

1 generation – restyling

05.2017 – present

1 generation

10.2015 – 05.2017