BMW officially published details about the 2026 BMW M2 CS, possibly the worst BMW secret for decades. The second generation’s M2 CS receives a large part of the ethos and aesthetics that made the first one of such a goal. However, there are many differences between the first generation F87 and the G87 M2 CS of the second generation. In fact, the cars are so different that they may have a easier time than they have decided between the two when they are lucky enough to be in this situation. And luck for YouWe are here to help.
F87 against G87 m2 CS: weight and performance figures
Let us cover one of our favorite subjects first: weight. Both the F87 M2 CS and the G87 M2 CS are supposedly cut out the Poundage from the mainstream -M2 models. Although BMW never quoted a formal weight loss for the F87 m2 CS, a theoretical loss of around £ 55 (25 kg) was possible if they were selected with carbon ceramic brakes. While BMW saves weight by introducing a super grinding carbon fiber roof and a center console, kit like additional spoilers and an adaptive suspension apparently made the difference. BMW officially says that the F87 m2 CS 3,417 pounds (1,551 kg) weighs. BMW quoted that 96 km/h occurred in 3.8 seconds to 60 km/h and the top speed was limited to 280 km/h to 174 km/h.
Take a look at the new child: BMW says that the G87 M2 CS £ 3,770 or 1,710 kg weighs. This means that the new model is carrying around £ 350 more than the old. But maybe more important is the G87 m2 CS does Trimming M2 models compared to contemporary, pedestrians. BMW USA claims a weight reduction of “almost 100 pounds” (45 kg), although due to the differences in standard equipment, it only corresponds to around 30 kg (66 pounds) weight savings in EU models. Carbon ceramic could Also shave a few pounds here because they are not standard. The hard (but predictable) reality? The G87 m2 CS is heavier than the F87 m2 CS. According to BMW, the G87 m2 CS reaches the 0-60 miles per hour in 3.7 seconds and will reach a top speed of 302 km/h. Both numbers are slightly ahead of the last M2 CS and regular G87 M2S.
Motor and gearbox
The F87 m2 CS is based on the S55 engine, a twin turbo inline-Six. So also the G87 m2 CS; But there is a significant stream cleat. The S55 in the F87 makes 444 hp and £ 406 floors (331 kW/550 Nm), while the S58 does the G87 output of 523 hp (390 kW) and £ 479 pounding torque (650 Nm). Mathematics is hard, so I will handle it: this is an increase of 59 kW and £ 73 (99 nm). This is a fairly significant increase; However, it is not enough for Spec -Sheet racing drivers. The G87 M2 CS has a slightly lower ratio of performance to weight than the F87 m2 CS.
The original M2-CS was selected with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual coupling automatic transmission. Instead, BMW chose the G87 M2 CS for an eight-speed automatic transmission. At least you still get paddling sliders, and there is no reason to suspect that the 8 -HP car is not wonderfully competent if you replace Gears. After all, it is in any other application that BMW used in.
F87 against G87 m2 CS: Design
The F87 m2 CS contained several unique details inside and outside, which it was ever made by any BMW that was ever made. It is the only F87 that received a carbon fiber roof, and here BMW has integrated a unique checkered flag design into the tissue. A dissolved CFRP motor hood reflected what we saw on the F80 M3 and M4 CS cars. Carbon fiber wings and spoilers were over everywhere, and the F87 also received special light metal wheels with split-five spokes. Inside, a special center console shaped with carbon fiber without armrest and spacious alcantara gave the entire motorsport theater that you could ever want.
The G87 M2 CS, on the other hand, does not correct an aggressive ventilation hood. It has no cool carbon roof with a cool flag (although it has a carbon roof). However, it gets unique bikes and an exclusive Ducktail stamp cable made of CFRP. And inside the M2 CS carbon fiber shovel, cool CS text on the door cards and a similar armrest of the Carbon Center console. A unique radiator grille design continues to separate the CS from other M2S, but under the bonnet it will not find the same chic carbon fiber stray clip that the S55 car enjoys. Unfortunately, the 2026 BMW M2 CS also advertises the same IDRIVE screen, which you can find everywhere in the line -up. The 2020 model has advertised model -specific analogue (ISH) measuring devices that have really contributed to the feeling of occasions.
Pricing
The first M2 CS started in the USA at 84,595 US dollars and around € 96,500. Expect today that you have the same numbers on the second-hand market: the prices have simply not moved much, especially at low miles and double, especially for cars with a manual transmission. The cheapest F87 m2 CS in the USA is currently $ 73,000, an automatically equipped car with 30,000 miles. The highest is a 1,200 mile example for $ 125,730. As a reference, the original MSRP of the car was around 25,000 US dollars more than the standard M2 of the day.
The G87 m2 CS costs in the USA from 99,775 US dollars and has € 115,000 elsewhere. That is 37,500 € more than an automatically equipped standard M2 and $ 31,000 more than the same car in the USA. We are sure to have some things: people will pay for the M2 CS over the RRP, and the used market will probably be very close to the original sales prices for a while.
Which M2 -CS to choose?
It is a little surprising to see how much the M2 CS has changed. The two separate only six model years and one generation, but they are very different animals. I think the G87 M2 CS will be faster in many situations than the F87; However, I think that the better performance/weight ratio and the lower total brick weight keep the F87 m2 CS a little faster on closer tracks. On the street, the G87 m2 CS will ask less about his driver. Similarly, when I ferry with less than eight or nine tenths, I suspect that the G87 m2 CS will feel faster.
I will complete this comparison with some personal notes. I had an M2 competition for a few years and have some experiences on the track and a lot on the street with the N55-at-driven M2 that came before. For me, the joy of the M2 was always what BMW was primarily enthusiastic about as a brand: Towable, Shift-IT-Yourself in a car that always feels like a special occasion. Much of it is purely subjective – it should be – and yet I can imagine that you can already say which car I would choose. I encourage them to drive both. Choose the one that reminds you of the most of what is about driving the ultimate driving machine.
