We’ve seen the all-new BMW 2 Series revealed, but what about the 2023 BMW M2 performance coupe? Here it is wearing heavy camouflage on the Nurburgring.

Many petrolheads would say the BMW M2 is one of the M division’s finest products, exceeding expectations and selling in huge numbers. The BMW M2 CS was the crowning glory, taking every element of the M2 experience and turning it up to 11.

Now that the all-new next-generation BMW 2 Series has been revealed with bold and fresh styling, attention has turned to the all-new 2023 BMW M2. These spy photographs show the new model undergoing dynamic testing where else but the Nurburgring. The new BMW 2 Series in M240i xDrive guise looks aggressive and purposeful, so the new M2 will be even bolder in terms of looks.

Expect the trademark big wheels and quad exhaust setup, as well as flared wheel arches that hide big wheels wrapped in performance rubber. What’s under the bonnet though? The BMW M2 CS featured the straight-6 turbocharged petrol engine lifted straight from the previous-generation BMW M3/M4. It was tuned to deliver331 kW / 550 Nm, and in comparison, the all-new M240i xDrive packs 285 kW and 500 Nm. Given where the new BMW M3 and M4 are positioned with their 375 kW and 650 Nm powerplants, we reckon it’s not unreasonable to expect this new engine to power the M2. Now we can’t have the baby M standing on the toes of its siblings, so the S58 engine could be detuned to around 340 kW and 550 Nm.

As the BMW M2 is seen as a purist’s driving tool, rear-wheel drive and the option of a manual gearbox are highly likely.

Don’t want to wait for the new BMW M2? We have 57 units for sale, including 5 of the rare M2 CS units.

When will the 2023 BMW M2 be launched?

We’re very early in the production stage and the standard BMW 2 Series range will be coming to SA in early 2022. Production of the all-new 2023 BMW M2 is likely to start in December 2022.

Further Reading

2022 BMW 2 Series fully revealed

BMW M2 CS Video Review – Is this the best driver’s M car?

BMW M2 CS vs Mercedes-AMG A45 S drag race