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M2

460 hp, 4,1 s 0-100 : among the 10 compacts 2021–2025, the M2 ranks 1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h, 1st of 10 in Top speed, 1st of 10 in Power-to-weight, behind the only BMW M2. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate3,03015,000 km · UK mix · home 0,21 £/kWhConsumption →

Power

460hp

550 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

4.1s

VMax 285 km/h

Cons.

10.0L

/100 km

Tank

52L

Technical identity card

Full specifications BMW M2

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Displacement2,993 cm³
Power460 hp
Couple550 Nm
GearboxConvertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
TransmissionPropulsion

Consumption

Cons. WLTP10.0 L/100km
Tank52 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h4,1 s
VMax285 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,581 mm
Wheelbase2,747 mm
Width1,887 mm
Height1,403 mm
Kerb weight1,730 kg
Cd0.33
CO₂ WLTP227 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 10 compacts, the M2 ranks (best in segment) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

Caralogy Analysis

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Demanding drivers: 1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h (4.1 s), 1st of 10 in Top speed (285 km/h), 1st of 10 in Power-to-weight (266 hp/t). 1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h (4.1 s), 1st of 10 in Top speed (285 km/h), 1st of 10 in Power-to-weight (266 hp/t).

Less suitable for

Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 10,0 L/100 km on the combined cycle, consumption rises in the city without electric assistance. An HEV or PHEV would be more economical for this use profile.

Alternatives to consider

No alternative dominates across all segment dimensions.

Acceleration: 4.1 s 0-100 (1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M2 ranks 1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h, 0.0 s off the reference BMW M2 (4.1 s).

Top speed: 285 km/h (1st of 10 in Top speed)

Top speed of 285 km/h. The segment reference reaches 285 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the M2 stands against compacts

Comparison across 10 compacts marketed between 2021–2025.

0–100 km/h1e / 10
4,1 s
Min 5,6 s · Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI ClubsportMax 4,1 s · BMW M2
Top speed1e / 10
285 km/h
Min 220 km/h · Toyota GR Corolla Circuit EditionMax 285 km/h · BMW M2
Power-to-weight1e / 10
266 hp/t
Min 195 hp/t · Bmw M235i xDrive Gran CoupeMax 266 hp/t · BMW M2

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

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Popular duels involving the M2

Frequently asked questions

BMW M2: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Among the 10 compacts 2021–2025, the M2 ranks 1st of 10 in 0–100 km/h (4.1 s, behind the BMW M2), 1st of 10 in Top speed (285 km/h, behind the BMW M2), 1st of 10 in Power-to-weight (266 hp/t, behind the BMW M2).

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.