BMW 2 Series Updated; M2 Gains 20 Extra Ponies

In the wake of the recent announcement of updates made to the 3 Series and M3, BMW has announced updates to their 2 Series coupe, including some extra horsepower for the performance-inclined M2 model.

Truthfully, the most exciting updates have been reserved for the most exciting model; that is, the M2 is the only 2 Series that gets any extra performance. Specifically, the 2025 M2 now kicks out 473 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged inline-six, sent to the rear wheels through your choice of six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic. The six-speed is the standard offering, channeling the same 406 lb-ft of torque from before; however, the eight-speed is a no-cost option, and with it comes a higher torque rating of 443 lb-ft.

In accordance with the power gains, the M-agicians updated the accelerator mapping in all drive modes, resulting in, according to BMW, more immediate response to driver inputs; and that’s with either transmission. The automaker is also claiming improved track times, now a 4.1-second 0-60 time with the manual (that’s 0.1 second faster than before) and 3.9 seconds with the eight-speed. Top speed is limited to 155 mph or 177 mph with the available M Driver’s Package.

Outside, the M2 is still rocking that bold new look it received in this latest generation, now available in a variety of new colors, both solid and metallic. The tailpipes are finished in black, now standard, joined by black badges surrounded by silver and a newly-available silver finish for the double-spoke wheels. The interior sees a new steering wheel; the standard leather interface is now flat-bottomed with redesigned spokes, though an Alcantara wheel is also available. The M Sport seats can be served up in black with red contrasts, and the M Carbon bucket seats can be purchased either as a standalone option or as part of the Carbon Package. The curved display utilizes iDrive 8.5, complete with bespoke M graphics.

You’ll find a few other changes made to various trimmings, but those are the big ticket items. Moving over to the more pedestrian 2 Series coupe, the changes are even less apparent.

As previously mentioned, the 2 Series does not see any improvement in performance, still available in the 230i and M240i trims, with or without xDrive all-wheel drive. Two new metallic paint options, Vegas Red and Skyscraper Grey, join the palette, as do two new BMW Individual paint finishes, Frozen Pure Grey metallic and Frozen Portimao Blue II metallic. Zandvoort Blue, once reserved for the M2, is also available on the M240i model.

BMW is introducing a new M Sport Professional Package for all 2 Series coupes, which adds darkened elements across various body elements, as well as red- or blue-painted M Sport brake calipers. They’ve also added new 19-inch wheels to the list of options.

Mirroring the M2, the interior has been updated with new steering wheel designs and seating surfaces, though you’ll still find a very familiar setup. That includes the BMW Curved Display, a 12.3-inch instrument panel and a 14.9-inch infotainment unit, also utilizing BMW Operating System 8.5. And for those enthralled by all things shiny, the standard ambient lighting now comes with a new waterfall lighting system built into the central air vent covers.

And how much will this cost you? Once you add BMW’s destination charge onto the price, the 2025 230i starts at $40,375, with xDrive all-wheel drive adding an additional $2,000. The M240i starts at $51,275, optional xDrive commanding the same price. The 2025 M2 starts at $64,900; and considering how awesome it was on-street and on-track, that seems about right to us.

All 2 Series models, including the M2, will launch in August 2024.