70/ 100
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2025-2026 RANGE
BMW M2
DRIVEDECIDER SCORE
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DATA CONFIDENCE72% / Developing
ValuePrice relative to features, capability and direct competitors.
72
Running costsEnergy, servicing, tyres, registration and insurance.
48
SafetyANCAP performance and crash-avoidance equipment.
83
ReliabilityWarranty, recalls, known issues and available evidence.
76
PracticalityPassenger space, luggage capacity and family usability.
60
EfficiencyReal-world energy use relative to vehicle capability.
52
PerformanceAcceleration, response and power-to-weight performance.
98
TechnologyInfotainment, connectivity, assistance and software.
84
ComfortRide quality, seating, refinement and noise levels.
87
Ownership experienceWarranty, support network, roadside help and resale outlook.
72
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REVIEWER RATINGS
Expert opinion, kept in context.
carsales
OK8.8/ 10
Normalised from 88 / 100
The update adds power and polish without diluting the M2's entertaining rear-drive character.
- Variant
- 6-speed manual / 8-speed auto
- Reviewer
- Trent Giunco
- Published
- 4 Apr 2025
carsales
OK8.4/ 10
Normalised from 84 / 100
The CS is faster, lighter and more focused, but asks a substantial premium for its extra edge.
- Variant
- M2 CS
- Reviewer
- Trent Giunco
- Published
- 10 Jul 2026
CarsGuide
OK8.1/ 10
A formidable small performance coupe that combines huge pace with a more serious chassis tune.
- Variant
- M2 CS
- Reviewer
- Chris Thompson
- Published
- 6 Apr 2026
CarExpert
OKUnscored
A quick drive finds an even more intense M2, with stronger circuit focus and fewer everyday concessions than expected.
- Variant
- M2 CS
- Reviewer
- Damion Smy
- Published
- 22 Feb 2026
REVIEWER CONSENSUS
3 published scores. One common scale.
HEADLINE VERDICT
A compact M car with serious pace, real adjustability and an old-school streak.
Reviewers consistently praise the six-cylinder engine, rear-drive balance and the choice of manual or automatic. It is heavy for its size, but its depth of performance and everyday usability remain difficult to match.
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