The new BMW M2 CS is only the second CS-badged model to arrive in India, following the M4 CS that was launched here in 2024. Like all CS models, the M2 CS is a limited-run production model, and only a few units have been allocated for India. Its lighter and more powerful than the standard M2, and also gets several suspension and chassis upgrades that make it more suitable for track use. Let’s dive right into the details to see what makes it the ultimate version of BMW’s baby M car.
- Powered by a 3.0-litre straight-six engine producing 530hp, 650Nm
- Available only with an automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive configuration
- Very few units allocated for India
BMW M2 CS: weight saving measures and chassis upgrades
Compared to the standard M2, the new CS model is 30kgs lighter. This comes courtesy of a new carbon fiber boot lid and a carbon fiber roof, along with several carbon fiber trimmings for the interior and exterior mirror caps. It’s still not particularly light weight though, tipping the scales at 1710kg, but every little bit counts.
Being the more track-focused version of the M2, the CS also 8mm lower than the regular car, and it gets revised suspension with M-specific tuning for the springs, dampers and chassis control systems.
BMW M2 CS: more power from the same heart
Under the hood, M2 CS carries over the 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged in-line six-cylinder engine. However, it now gets reworked internals and stiffer engine mounts, and produces 530hp and 650Nm of peak torque. That’s 50hp and 50Nm more than the regular M2, and incidentally, the specs are identical to the larger M4 Competition. 0-100kph comes up in a claimed 3.8 seconds, and flat out, it will go on to do a top-speed of 302kph.
The M2 CS is only available with an 8-speed automatic gearbox and in rear-wheel drive configuration. Unlike the regular M2, there’s no option for a manual gearbox here. That’s because the 6-speed manual offered with the regular M2 isn’t built to handle the higher torque output of this engine.
BMW M2 CS: exterior and interior
It will take a keen eye to make out the differences between the face of the M2 CS and the regular M2, but this version has a slightly reworked grille that allows the engine to breathe better, and it also gets a new front slitter. What really stands out, though, are the staggered 19-inch front and 20-inch rear forged alloy wheels finished in gold. As standard, they come wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, but one can also opt for track tyres as a no-cost option.
The most distinctive element about the M2 CS’ styling is at the rear. Yes, you guessed it right, it’s the massive integrated ducktail spoiler, which should help improve stability at high speeds. The car also gets a more blown-out rear diffuser and new quad exhaust tips finished in matte black. The CS comes in four paint shades – Black Sapphire, Portimao Blue, Brooklyn Grey and Velvet Blue.
On the inside, the biggest update are the carbon fiber bucket seats that wrapped in leather upholstery finished in signature M colours. The seats are really snug, deeply contoured and come with electric adjustment and heating, but no ventilation function. It also gets a lot of carbon fiber trims on the centre console, dashboard and door pads. There’s a new M-spec steering wheel, too, finished in Alcantara and creature comforts like a 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and parking assistant.
BMW M2 CS: price and availability
The M2 CS is a limited-run production model. BMW isn’t telling us exactly how many units have been brought to India, but have indicated at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.7 crore, before options. That’s quite a lot more expensive than the standard M2 that’s priced at 1.02 crores (ex-showroom). Given its rarity, if you have deep pockets and are lucky enough to be able to afford one, you may want to hurry.
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