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2018 BMW M2: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 BMW M2 gets a light mid-cycle refresh led by standard LED headlights, a revised cabin, and updated iDrive 6 infotainment. Its engine, transmissions, rear-wheel-drive layout, and core performance hardware carry over unchanged.
About the 2018 BMW M2
1st generation (F87), facelift year for the original M2 and the last model year before the M2 Competition replaced it for 2019.
BMW positions the M2 as a compact, high-power M coupe that distills the brand’s performance character into a smaller, more playful package than the larger M3 or M4. Its main appeal is simple: a strong turbocharged six-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, a wide stance, and serious chassis hardware in a coupe that still has four seats and everyday road manners. It is the BMW M car for drivers who want sharp responses and a more intimate size.
BMW positioned the 2018 M2 as a compact, driver-focused M coupe, with a 365-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine and either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Its single trim combines an electronically controlled rear differential and M performance brakes with heated leather sport seats, built-in navigation, and Harman Kardon audio.
What changed, by category
Styling
LED headlights replace the previous adaptive xenon headlights as standard equipment. Updated rear lighting, minor exterior details, and refreshed dashboard and gauge designs complete the facelift.
Safety
A rearview camera becomes standard rather than optional.
Tech
Navigation-equipped cars move to the newer iDrive 6 touchscreen interface, with improved touch and voice controls.
2018 BMW M2 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 365 hp |
| Torque | 343 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2018 BMW M2 fully redesigned?
No. The 2018 BMW M2 received a light mid-cycle refresh, not a full redesign. The main updates are LED lighting, revised cabin details, newer iDrive 6 infotainment, and a standard rearview camera.
Did the 2018 BMW M2 get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2018 M2 keeps the 365-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, standard 6-speed manual, and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic from 2017.
What became standard on the 2018 BMW M2?
LED headlights and a rearview camera became standard on the 2018 BMW M2. The LED units replaced the previous adaptive xenon headlights, while the camera had been optional for 2017.
How is the 2018 BMW M2 different from the 2017 model?
The 2018 BMW M2 differs mainly through its standard LED headlights, refreshed rear lighting, revised dashboard and gauges, newer iDrive 6 interface, and standard rearview camera. Its powertrain and core performance hardware are unchanged.
2018 BMW M2 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 BMW M2.
4.7
2018 BMW M2
(103 reviews)
“I love the looks, performance, and fact that I can again enjoy a sports coupe with a true manual transmission!”
“The M2 is a back to roots M-car. It's full of tech but also raw and unfiltered, allowing the driver to BE a driver and staying closely in tune with the road and other surroundings.”