Kicking off a race team is exciting, and the BMW M2 Racing is a solid pick for a starter race car, especially for entering grassroots or customer racing series. Why? Starting at about $112,000, it’s an affordable entry into professional racing compared to GT4 or GT3 cars, which can run over $200,000.
It’s made to be an affordable, high-performing car for private teams, following models like the BMW M235i Racing, M240i Racing, and M2 CS Racing. It’s versatile, good for track days, one-make races, or long races like the Nürburgring Endurance Series. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine (B48 base), producing 313 horsepower and 309 lb-ft of torque, with a top speed over 168 mph. It comes with a 7-speed ZF 8HP automatic transmission boasting BMW M Motorsport software and a mechanical limited-slip differential.
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BMW focuses on keeping running costs low by using parts shared with the regular M2 and the dependable B48 engine. For a new team, this cuts down on maintenance and repair bills compared to fancier race cars. Spare parts are easy to get through BMW M Motorsport’s worldwide portal, and the car’s toughness was shown in 30,000 km of endurance tests.
The M2 Racing is simple to drive, with power levels you can tweak and a transport mode, making it great for both beginner and experienced drivers. This is super helpful if your team has racers with varying skills or plans to offer track day experiences. You can add extras like a passenger seat, air jack system, Sabelt GT-Pro driver seat, adjustable exhaust, ballast box, and data-logging software to tailor it to specific race rules or team needs.
It’s gentle enough for newbies but still strong for pros, and BMW’s support system makes things easier to manage. If you’re starting small, wanting to learn, and maybe moving up to GT4 or GT3 racing later, the M2 Racing is a great first step. But if you’re aiming for top-level racing right away or need more power, you might look at the M2 CS Racing (up to 450 hp) or M4 GT4, though they cost more.
Buyers of a BMW M2 Racing can look forward to a fantastic entry-level car that is very easy to operate, has extremely low operating costs due to its close relation to the production model, and yet is a fully-fledged race car with high performance. On the racetrack, the BMW M2 Racing delivers the same driving pleasure that is deeply rooted in the DNA of all BMW M and BMW M Motorsport vehicles. Our focus is to ensure that the BMW M2 Racing, thanks to its characteristics, is the perfect car for everyone – from a novice on a track day to an ambitious racer. And I am very pleased with the result,” said Jens Klingmann (GER), BMW M Works Driver.
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