2016 BMW M2

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Subcompact Coupe
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$51,700
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on December 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Potent acceleration from the engine

Questionable ride quality

The M2 is a newly released model for 2016

Competitive price

Annoying road noise

Offers significant visibility

Specs & Features

$51,700

price

365 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

3.0L 6cyl 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 BMW M2 Coupe is a subcompact coupe offered in 1 trim, starting off at a base MSRP of $51,700. For that price, it mainly competes with the Jaguar F-type, and the Audi TTS. The BMW M2 offers in a single powertrain. It is a 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas engine making 365 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 7-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual transmission.The BMW M2 reaches 60 mph from zero in 4.2 seconds on its base engine. The BMW M2 can manage a combined fuel economy of between 21 and 23 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 4 striking colors the BMW M2 comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2016 BMW M2 is a new line of the M series that starts with a powerful and quick V6 engine, loaded technology features, luxury interior quality, and decent comfort. The M2 is definitely worth the price and is only offered in 1 trim.

Trims

    Base
    $51,700 onwards
    • 19-inch forged aluminum wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Navigation system
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$51,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.98

Horsepower

365 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

Capacity

4

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$55,900- $65,900

Gasoline

7.45

237 hp @ 6000 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

2

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$42,900- $51,900

Gasoline

7.95

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

-

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$42,900- $46,400

Gasoline

8.67

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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$52,600- $84,600

Gasoline

8.23

275 hp @ 7400 rpm

214 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

2

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2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2016 BMW M2

    Ranked #1

    4.3 sec12.9 sec155 mph
    2016 Audi TTS

    Ranked #2

    4.6 sec13.3 sec155 mph
    4.9 sec13.0 sec-
    5.1 sec13.4 sec136 mph
    2016 Audi TT

    Ranked #5

    5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2016 BMW M2

      Ranked #4

      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg13.7 gal.246.6/356.2 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg10.5 gal.252/357 mi.
      2016 Audi TT

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/435 mi.
      2016 Audi TTS

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.- -
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.

      2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2016 BMW M2

        Ranked #1

        176.2 in.73 in.55.5 in.4.8 in.106 in.
        172.4 in.70.9 in.50.9 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.
        2016 Audi TTS

        Ranked #3

        165 in.72.1 in.52.8 in.4 in.98.6 in.
        2016 Audi TT

        Ranked #4

        164.7 in.72.1 in.53.2 in.5 in.98.6 in.
        157 in.73.5 in.46.6 in.4.5 in.93.7 in.

        2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2016 BMW M2

          Ranked #2

          10 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.52.4 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi TT

          Ranked #1

          12 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi TTS

          Ranked #3

          -125.3 cu.ft.50.3 cu.ft.
          3.7 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.
          9.7 cu.ft.48 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.

          2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2016 BMW M2

            Ranked #1

            52.4 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.52.4 cu.ft.122 ft.
            2016 Audi TTS

            Ranked #2

            50.3 cu.ft.-50.3 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2016 Audi TT

            Ranked #3

            74.7 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.98 ft.
            6.6 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.-
            49.5 cu.ft.3.7 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.-

            2016 BMW M2 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2016 BMW M2

              Ranked #1

              840 lbs.3450 lbs.
              2016 Audi TTS

              Ranked #1

              794 lbs.- -
              761 lbs.2888 lbs.
              2016 Audi TT

              Ranked #1

              838 lbs.3164 lbs.
              -2465 lbs.

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