BMW M2 tipped for 374 HP as new reports surface
A German media report claims the upcoming BMW M2 will deliver 374 HP from an uprated 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six, outpacing the M235i and reviving the spirit of the 1M Coupe.
BMW’s forthcoming M2 is expected to arrive with 374 HP from an uprated version of the company’s 3.0-litre straight-six turbo, according to a report from Auto Bild in Germany. The figure, if confirmed, would put the M2 comfortably ahead of the M235i and position it as a true successor to the limited-run 1M Coupe.
Powertrain details and performance expectations
The M2 is said to use an enhanced version of BMW’s N55 engine, the same basic unit found in the M235i but tuned for greater output. The reported 374 HP and 520 Nm of torque would mark a substantial increase over the M235i’s 326 HP and 450 Nm. Transmission options are expected to include a six-speed manual as standard, with a seven-speed dual-clutch M DCT available for those preferring two-pedal operation.
BMW has not officially confirmed the M2’s output or full technical specification. The report’s figures, however, suggest the M2 will sit well above the M235i and close the gap to the M4, which at the time offered 431 HP from its S55 twin-turbo straight-six. The M2’s lighter, more compact chassis could make it one of the most focused M cars in the range.
Comparisons with the 1M Coupe and M235i
The BMW 1M Coupe, produced in limited numbers until 2012, developed 340 HP from its twin-turbo 3.0-litre straight-six. The M2’s reported 374 HP would not only eclipse the 1M Coupe but also build on its reputation for compact, rear-driven performance. With the M235i already praised for its balance and everyday usability, the M2 is expected to deliver a more aggressive powertrain and chassis setup.
Production and market positioning
BMW has not announced production numbers for the M2. The 1M Coupe was capped at around 5,000 units globally, making it a collector’s item. The M2 is expected to be a regular series production model, broadening its appeal. Pricing is set to exceed the M235i’s base price in Germany, but no official figure has been released.
The M2’s arrival will strengthen BMW’s line-up of compact performance cars, offering buyers a more focused alternative to the M235i. With a manual gearbox likely to be standard, BMW appears committed to keeping driver engagement at the heart of its smallest M car.
What happens next
Official details from BMW are still awaited. If the reported figures hold, the M2 will offer a compelling mix of power, agility and heritage, reviving the formula that made the 1M Coupe so popular among enthusiasts. For more on the M235i, seeBMW M235i Achieves Near-Perfect Consumer Reports Score.
