As the last generation of pure fuel M Power models, BMW can be said to have stuffed its best technology into the small body of the G87 M2, especially the S58 series engine, which is known as the "King of Machines", so that it can burst out even more terrifying performance than the previous generation M2 (F87) Thunder Edition.
When it comes to the latest generation of BMW M2 (G87), I think the first reaction that comes to the minds of fans who are more concerned about it is not the technical details of this new steel gun, but the words made by Frank Van Meel, CEO of BMW's M division, shortly after the release of the new car, to the effect that BMW will no longer provide pure fuel versions of the M2 in the future. One stone has stirred up a thousand waves, and various speculations have also emerged, such as the G87 M2 is the last generation of pure fuel vehicles of M, and the next generation M2 will be an electric car. We don't want to dwell on it until the facts are out. However, combined with the current general trend, the G87 is the last generation of pure fuel M2 or has a relatively high degree of credibility. It can only be said that the M2 is a bit of a mismatch, it does not have the same long history as the classic M3, its first generation model was not officially released until 2016 (F87), and the G87 is only its second generation. Even so, you don't have to be too melancholy, non-pure fuel is not the same as pure electric, there is also the option of hybrid, you don't see the latest generation of AMG C 63 has added a motor in addition to the engine, and many supercars have also added a motor in the replacement model. So, anything is possible. Since we don't have the ability to control the development trend of the industry, let's enjoy the moment.
BMW also thinks so, so they have the best stuff stuffed into the small body of the G87 M2, they hope that the M2 will no longer be just regarded as a "drift tool car", but can be divided into a part of the energy to take into account the convenience and intelligence of daily use, but in the display of external aura and sports performance to further improve. Do you understand?The goal of the G87 M2 is to make a "multi-special" all-round steel cannon to give back to the fans who have always supported it. So when I first saw this small steel cannon in Zandford Blue paint, I was struck by its slightly violent attitude. Let's start with the paint, which, like many other BMW blue paints, is named after an Formula 1 circuit, the Circuit Zandvoort on the western coast of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, which returned to Formula 1 in 2021 and became the venue for the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix. And this Zandford blue paint in the Morandi style is considered the "world premiere" in the G87 M2, which is a thought left by this last pure fuel small steel cannon. In the cold winter, the M2 in a cold light blue paint is speeding on the road, showing its ruthlessness more and more clearly in front of everyone.
Compared to the F87 M2 and the regular 2 Series Coupe or even the M240i, the M2 has its own distinctive feature - a hardcore widebody. It is said that it is hardcore, because the cars mentioned in the previous sentence are still more mellow and streamlined, even the F87 M2 does not have the original factory to build such a mecha style. Perhaps BMW knows everyone's demand for the M2, and it no longer hides the last generation of pure fuel M2, but directly arms it. Especially in the front part, the frameless kidney grille is angular, and the air intakes on the bumper are simply made square, and the edge is exposed. The wide body is very easy to understand, and the BMW M factory has widened the body for the M2, especially the front and rear fenders and the extreme expansion of the bottom edge are like the "Storm Turtle" package in the modification circle, with the widened wheel base to make the vehicle achieve outstanding stability at high speeds.
In addition, Michelin PS4S sports tyres, M-exclusive 19-inch front and 20-inch rear forged wheels, a carbon fibre-reinforced composite roof, and a quad high-gloss chrome rear row on both sides of the rear make the powerful performance of this generation of M2 visible at a glance in terms of visual appearance and lightweight.
Pulling the doors is a different story, and while carbon fibre accents can be seen everywhere from the steering wheel to the dashboard to indicate its M-Power identity, as I said at the outset, BMW has given the M2 its best things, including connectivity and luxury, which are of course not much necessary for the F87 M2.
For example, by 123-inch instrument screen and 14The advent of the all-in-one floating curved screen composed of a 9-inch touchscreen has now been widely used in most of BMW's new-generation models, but on the M2, BMW has brought an M-specific design to the 8th-generation iDrive operating system, which we previously knew when driving the BMW XM. In addition to the unique font, its card-based UI elements are taken from the classic three-color M logo, which looks more personal than the regular card-based UI found on a regular BMW. At the same time, the system setting mode, engine and turbine working status, tire pressure and tire temperature and other information closely related to driving will be directly displayed on the desktop, reflecting the basic qualities that a performance car should have.
Heated seats, heated steering wheel, wireless charging pad, ambient lighting, Harman Kardon audio, 5G capability, active cruise control, driving safety assist, automatic parking and other equipment are standard or optional, so that you can drive it in a relaxed and pleasant mood before driving on the track. Although the second-row seats are cramped, the M2 still provides a separate air-conditioning temperature zone control for the brothers who may sit here, which is intimate enough. Of course, owners can choose to use track-based M carbon fiber bucket seats to make the interior more combative, but this will undoubtedly sacrifice comfort in daily use, and BMW can be said to give users enough power to choose.
When BMW gave the S58 engine and many of the latest technologies to this generation of M2, it was destined to spend an extraordinary life.
Pressing the fiery red engine start button is followed by an earth-shattering roar of the engine that is followed by the ignition of the motor, which is the best way for each M2 to greet its controller. And every time it is activated, the exhaust valve switch will automatically remain open, don't you know it very well?Speaking of its engine, but it has a great origin, BMW directly stuffed the "machine king" S58 on the M3 M4 into the front cabin of the M2, you must know that the S series engine is the configuration of the Thunder version on the F87 M2, so there is a high probability that this generation will not release a special Thunder version, because this M2 "ordinary version" is equivalent to the former Thunder version in terms of performance. On the G87 M2, the M department was relatively restrained in the tuning of the S58, not letting it go up to 500 horsepower, but controlling it at 460 horsepower to take care of daily use, after all, the high-horsepower rear-wheel drive is easy to lose control if it is not operated properly. But even so, it has 50 horsepower more than the F87 M2 Thunder Edition, and the 000 acceleration time has been increased by 0 again1 second. In addition, its constant maximum torque of 550 Nm can last up to nearly 6,000 rpm, which can be said to be a significant improvement in the performance of the vehicle at high revs.
The gearbox change was also significant: the F87 was changed from a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission to an eight-speed M Steptronic automatic manual for the G87. BMW's 8-speed automatic is undoubtedly more versatile than a dual-clutch transmission, making it more user-friendly for daily commuter driving, while also boasting excellent gear shifting speeds. Of course, you can still choose from 6 shift modes to change its character, as well as the engine output, chassis, steering and braking style, and they can be "packaged" and saved in two sets of preset programs for M1 and M2 to be called up at any time, such as the daily commute M1 and the ultimate explosion M2.
In addition, the three M Mode presets of Road, Sport, and Track can prepare you for the next step of driving from the grassroots level, such as turning off the driver assistance system, changing the dashboard interface, etc. The variety of modes to choose from may make new owners feel "terrified of choice", but if you choose the G87, please learn Xi BMW's latest driving technology.
By the way, the M2 is equipped with the M Sport Differential also has a built-in 10-stage adjustable M traction control system, which you can adjust step by step while driving on the track to enjoy the different degrees of gliding of the rear of the car in the corners, and the M professional track driving and drift analysis system will also give ratings and suggestions for each drive.
I haven't had a chance to experience the brutality of the M2 on the track yet, after all, only the ultimate track mode will reveal all the scientific and technological achievements that BMW has poured into this generation of the M2. However, in the simple mountain road experience, I was already impressed by the calm and self-confidence of the M2. Here, you don't even need to switch the systems to the second level of Sport, let alone the first Sport Plus, the most common Efficient mode is enough to handle all the corners, and everything is extremely smooth and silky.
Back in the city, turn off the exhaust valve, feel the warmth of the seats and steering wheel surrounded by ambient lighting, enjoy the sound of the Harman Kardon stereo, and feel the adaptive M suspension work hard to dampen the vibrations on the road. At this time, you will find that such a fierce, ruthless, and equipped with M "machine king" steel cannon also has its own warm male side, and the charm of G87 M2 has been further sublimated in my heart.
Text: Pei Lei, Li Xiao.