Barely a few months after its global debut the new generation of BMW M2 has made its way to India, and it is the first car from the brand with a manual gearbox in our market.
Getting to the gearbox, as expected it is fast, agile and quick. The gearshifts are really slick, but they are not as smooth but quite notchy which you like looking at the character of this car.
The 2,993 cc V6 Petrol makes 455 bhp @ 6,250 rpm along with 550 Nm @ 2,650 – 5.870 rpm and apart from this 6-speed manual you also have the option of an 8-speed Automatic.
This pocket rocket goes from 0 to 100 kmph in around 4.3 seconds while the 8-speed M steptronic transmission is slightly quicker at 4.1 secs. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 kmph but the optional M Driver’s Package takes it up to 285 kmph.
Electronically controlled dampers on the car ensure maximum possible road contact and good traction at all times. The Active M differential at the rear axle also plays an important part here.
The M2 looks equally menacing even when it is stationary. The frameless kidney grille, muscular wheel arches or the frameless doors are some design highlights while adaptive LED headlights are available as an option. That is also the case with these red brake calipers and the carbon fibre roof.
This new BMW is a package that is so well put together that it’s difficult to not get by enamoured by it. It’s a car that doesn’t intimidate you, in fact it gives you the confidence to drive hard and aids you in many ways without you even realising it.