The Verge – BMW M2 Review – Video

 

Whether you’re a track amateur or a seasoned racer, the BMW M2 might be the most fun you can have for around $52,000. The Verge’s Jason Harper, James Bareham, and Dan Seifert take it for a spin at the Monticello Motor Club.

2017/2016 BMW M2 Specs:

PRICE AS TESTED:$53,245 (base price: $52,695)

ENGINE TYPE:turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve inline-6, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection

DISPLACEMENT:182 cu in, 2979 cc
Power: 365 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm

TRANSMISSION:6-speed manual

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 106.0 in
Length: 176.2 in
Width: 73.0 in Height:55.5 in
Passenger volume: 90 cu ft
Cargo volume: 14 cu ft
Curb weight: 3415 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 4.2 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 10.0 sec
Zero to 120 mph: 14.5 sec
Zero to 150 mph: 27.0 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 4.7 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 5.7 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 4.7 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.7 sec @ 113 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 164 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 159 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.99 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway driving (C/D est): 18/26 mpg