2026 BMW M2 Specifications Overview

The 2026 BMW M2 is certified across 6 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM-S7) or Automatic (S8) or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Compact Cars / Subcompact Cars size category.

Engine / Motors
2 Options
2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
3 Options
Automatic (AM-S7), Automatic (S8)
Vehicle Classification
Compact Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
M235 xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S7) All-Wheel Drive Premium
M240i Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
M240i xDrive Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
M2 Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
M2 Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
M2 Coupe CS Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2026 BMW M2 MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Compact Cars
  • Subcompact Cars

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2026 BMW M2 COUPE 2 DR N/A RWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.