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What to know before buying: BMW M2

From 1 forum thread and 3 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The base F87 M2 is praised for playful handling, a sharp chassis and an analogue driving experience.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• The F87 M2 Competition adds power, improved cooling and better brakes; the source considers it a balanced road-and-track choice.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• The G87 is sharp, powerful, playful and usable daily, but it is heavy and its steering communicates less than the best sports cars.[4]one source
• The new 480hp M2 xDrive keeps a rear-driven character in normal use, engages the front wheels when needed and offers a 2WD mode.[1][3]

Typical faults

• The F87 can develop oil leaks from the valve-cover gasket and oil-filter-housing gasket.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• On F87 Competition and CS cars, the S55 crank-hub issue can cause a valve-timing failure.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87

  2018–2021 · S55

• The N55 high-pressure fuel pump in the base F87 M2 can fail and cause rough running.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87

  2016–2018 · N55

• The S55 engine is reported to consume more oil, particularly when driven hard.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87

  2018–2021 · S55

• The F87 cooling-system water pump and thermostat can fail prematurely.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• Faulty LED indicators and minor sensor failures have been reported on the F87.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87

Which engine and version to take

• Choose the base F87 with the N55 for a purer, more playful driving experience if its lower output is acceptable.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• The S55 M2 Competition is the source's all-round F87 choice, with more power, better cooling and road-and-track usability.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• The G87's S58 is flexible and powerful, happy to surf its torque or rev out, while its mechanical package is described as proven.[4]one source

What to check at the inspection

• Check the complete service history: the source stresses that routine maintenance and careful review of ownership history are essential.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• On an F87, inspect around the valve cover and oil-filter housing for oil leaks.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• For an S55 car, establish whether a crank-hub repair or upgrade is documented and check the oil level.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• During an N55 base-M2 test drive, watch for rough running that could indicate high-pressure fuel-pump trouble.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• Inspect the cooling system and records for water-pump and thermostat replacement, as both can fail prematurely.[2]one sourceBMW M2 F87
• Check a G87's alignment and tyre wear: one long-term test car had a marked side-to-side toe mismatch at both axles.[4]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]iauto.lv — Jaunais BMW M2 būs ar xDrive pilnpiedziņu(+ VIDEO) · forum
2. [2]europremiumparts.com — Guía de fiabilidad del BMW M2: ¿cuál deberías comprar? · press
3. [3]delfi.lv — Sportiskais "BMW M2" pirmo reizi ieguvis pilnpiedziņu · press
4. [4]evo.co.uk — BMW M2 review – fun, but no match for a Porsche Cayman - Evo · press

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