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M xDrive option for the first time on the BMW M2

The M2's new all-wheel drive option combines the inline six engine with the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission.

BMW M2 G87, Retro Classics 2023
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BMW M2 G87, Retro Classics 2023; Görüntüdeki otomobil yeni M xDrive versiyonu değil.

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On BMW's PressClub page dated June 3, 2026, the first M xDrive option of the M2 family was announced. According to US technical data, the 2,993 cc turbo inline-six engine produces 473 hp; The eight-speed M Steptronic transmission is standard.

The system sends power to the rear wheels in normal driving and engages the front axle when traction is required. The 2WD mode, which can be selected when DSC is off, is also preserved.

The manufacturer describes the 0–60 mph acceleration as 3.6 seconds without the use of rollout. This measurement is not the same as 0–100 km/h. In the announcement, production start was planned for August 2026; This news does not provide independent performance measurement.

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