BMW
BMW smallest M car. F87 (2016-2021) and G87 (2023+) generations. The modern enthusiast pick for BMW M ownership.
The BMW M2 is the smallest BMW M division product, positioned below the M4 and M3. Two generations: F87 M2 (2016-2021, with N55 or S55 inline-six) and G87 M2 (2023+, with S58 twin-turbo inline-six making 453 horsepower). The M2 is widely considered the modern enthusiast BMW choice for combining accessible price point with serious M performance. The F87 M2 Competition (2018-2021) used the S55 engine from the M3/M4 making 405 horsepower. The F87 M2 CS (2020-2021) was the focused performance variant. The G87 M2 makes more power and uses modernized chassis. On WhipJury, M2 submissions are highly active across both generations.
F87 M2 (2016-2018). N55 inline-six, 365 horsepower.
F87 M2 Competition (2018-2021). S55 inline-six, 405 horsepower.
F87 M2 CS (2020-2021). Focused performance, 444 horsepower.
G87 M2 (2023+). S58 inline-six, 453 horsepower.