The 2025 BMW M2 gets a notable power boost and a huge range of color options.
While folks may be more dubious on several of BMW’s M cars, there’s still one through line to the brand’s “Ultimate Driving Machine” tagline: the M2. A new version of the smallest M coupe on sale launched for the 2023 model year, and now there’s a host of updates for 2025.
Do you remember about five years ago, when the top-dog BMW M2 Competition chucked out 405 horsepower? That’s awfully cute in retrospect, as this new model — which is only slightly larger than the last-generation M2, mind you — manages 473 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque from its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six.
There is a caveat, if you’re waiting for a shoe to drop. Unfortunately, teh torque boost is only for the 8-speed automatic version. If you opt for the 6-speed manual instead (hey, at least you can still get a manual), the figures shake out to 473 horsepower…and 406 lb-ft of torque, which is a massive bummer. As a result, the manual M2 can make the 0-60 sprint in 4.1 seconds, according to BMW’s estimates, while the auto will do it in 3.9.
Of course, the days when the ol’ slushbox is a slower option than the manual are long, long gone, but three-pedal fans may take the slight hit in 0-60 acceleration just for the added thrill. I would, at least.
Looking inside the 2025 BMW M2
I think BMW knows exactly the sort of folks who covet this car, since the assets in the press kit show the 6-speed manual front and center. Around that, the 2025 M2 gets a tech update thanks to dual screens running BMW’s iDrive 8.5 software, which brings the entry-level M car up to scratch with the brand’s most recently updated models. A new flat-bottom steering wheel is also part of the mix, which you can spec in either leather or Alcantara, if you partake in some sweatier driving.
Like before, you can still get the M Carbon bucket seats as an individual option. Honestly, I’m glad they are an option…because the Black Vernasca leather seats (shown here) are far, far more comfortable, especially if you daily drive your M2. If you do want them, though, the carbon buckets also come with the Carbon Package, as well as just being a standalone option.
New color options and availability
Mid-cycle updates typically add one or two colors to the exterior palette. Grigio Telesto Pearl Effect metallic, for instance, is a new color on offer shown in these photos. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg, as you can also get Sao Paulo Yellow, Vegas Red, Portimao Blue, Skyscraper Grey, Frozen Pure Grey, Frozen Portimao Blue II…and the list goes on. Through BMW’s “Individual” paint finishes, you can also get colors like Java Green, Voodoo Blue and Twilight Purple Pearl Effect.
But how much more will the 2025 BMW M2 charge for the extra power and all the extra color options? The base price starts at $66,075 (including $1,175 destination), so the short answer is $1,880 more than before. It’s always a bit of a gut punch when these cars get more expensive, though I should note that starting price is still about $10,000 cheaper than the M4 coupe, and the extra cash is probably worth it for the extra grunt and the improved tech.
If you’re interested in picking one up, the 2025 BMW M2 will officially go on sale in August.
