BMW M2 first generation

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The BMW M2 first generation (2016–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 29 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: F87

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,450–4,530 mm RDW	4,480 mm TC	4,468 mm
Width	1,770–1,870 mm RDW	1,850 mm TC	1,854 mm
Height	1,400–1,420 mm RDW	1,410 mm TC	1,410 mm
Wheelbase	2,670–2,690 mm RDW	2,690 mm TC	2,693 mm
Front track	1,511–1,589 mm ASTRA	1,580 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,530–1,601 mm ASTRA	1,600 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,460–1,655 kg RDW	1,593 kg TC	1,495–1,650 kg
Mass in running order	1,560–1,755 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,995–2,110 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,600 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4–5 RDW	–	–
Doors	2–4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	283 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,322–2,520 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	250–280 km/h RDW	–	280 km/h
Torque	450–550 Nm ASTRA	–	465–550 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/40R18, 245/35R18, 235/40R18, 245/35R19, 265/35R19, 205/50R17, 225/35R19, 225/45R17

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
3 years	91.7% (90.5–92.8)	92.2%	2,219
4–5 years	92.4% (91.7–93.1)	91.0%	5,178
6–8 years	89.7% (88.9–90.5)	86.4%	5,630

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	19.2%	25.3%
Brakes	5.2%	17.1%
Suspension	3.1%	7.8%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	2.7%	6.3%
Lights and electrics	2.1%	6.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks	1.9%	2.3%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

42 complaints for model years 2016–2021.

Lights 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 29 versions of the BMW M2 first generation

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European Union 21 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	EU registrations
2021–2022	3.0 L	338 kW (460 PS)	Petrol	–	–	86
2021	3.0 L	250 kW (340 PS)	Petrol	8.8 L/100 km WLTP	201 g/km	2,169
2021	2.0 L	225 kW (306 PS)	Petrol	7.3 L/100 km WLTP	169 g/km	2,093
2021	3.0 L	302 kW (411 PS)	Petrol	9.6 L/100 km WLTP	221 g/km	1,040
2021	3.0 L	331 kW (450 PS)	Petrol	9.8 L/100 km WLTP	223 g/km	544
2021	3.0 L	275 kW (374 PS)	Petrol	8.5 L/100 km WLTP	194 g/km	162
2021	3.0 L	285 kW (387 PS)	Petrol	–	–	90
2021	3.0 L	245 kW (333 PS)	Petrol	–	–	10
2018–2020	3.0 L	302 kW (411 PS)	Petrol	–	212–214 g/km	13,177
2019–2020	2.0 L	225 kW (306 PS)	Petrol	–	156–166 g/km	4,906
2016–2020	3.0 L	250 kW (340 PS)	Petrol	–	171–179 g/km	27,788
2019–2020	3.0 L	331 kW (450 PS)	Petrol	–	224–228 g/km	1,628
2020	3.0 L	285 kW (387 PS)	Petrol	–	182 g/km	146
2019	3.0 L	302 kW (411 PS)	Petrol	13.4 kWh/100 km NEDC	212 g/km	12,834
2016–2019	3.0 L	272 kW (370 PS)	Petrol	–	185–190 g/km	26,360
2019	2.0 L	215 kW (292 PS)	Petrol	–	182 g/km	44
2017	3.0 L	–	Other fuel	–	178 g/km	670
2017	3.0 L	408 kW (555 PS)	Petrol	–	187 g/km	262
2016–2017	3.0 L	240 kW (326 PS)	Petrol	–	181–187 g/km	6,061
2017	3.0 L	375 kW (510 PS)	Petrol	–	171 g/km	18
2016	3.0 L	239 kW (325 PS)	Petrol	–	183 g/km	62

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2016–2021SIDI	3.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA	221–234 g/km
2016–2021SIDI	3.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA	219–231 g/km
2016–2021SIDI	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	245–281 g/km
2016–2021SIDI	3.0 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	Rear-wheel drive	19–22 MPG (10.7–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	245–293 g/km
2020SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA	208 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2016–2021Subcompact	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	10.4–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	242–273 g/km
2016–2021Subcompact	3.0 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	10.4–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	244–294 g/km
2016–2021Subcompact	3.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.5–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	222–238 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.