In the world of BMW, M-model cars are the kings. The M3, M4 and M5 are the quickest, most exclusive and most expensive models in the Bavarian stable. But the M2 Competition takes it to the next level of fun.
In the world of BMW, M-model cars are the kings. Cars like the M3, M4 and M5 represent the quickest, most exclusive and most expensive models in the Bavarian stable. Competition models take things a step further, with tweaked suspensions and upgraded engines that provide maximum performance.
Mated to the optional dual-clutch transmission, that engine will pull to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds. Opting for the manual slows things down a bit as you're missing out on launch control and the lightning shifts of the automatic box. BMW's dual-clutch boxes swap gears in just a few milliseconds, so we'd be understating the speed if we said it happened in the blink of an eye.
With precise steering that offers a lot of feedback to the driver, that behavior helps make the M2 Competition one of the most predictable performance cars out there. Whether you want to slide through a corner or take it at high speed without letting the back step out, this BMW is so well-balanced that you can consistently and confidently drive it exactly how you want to.
The M2 Competition makes do with a last-generation version of BMW's iDrive infotainment system, which is perfectly usable but not exciting or cutting edge. The interior has a lot of dark plastics and hard buttons, which serve their function without wowing anyone. Again, this isn't a luxury experience.
Finally, the shifter for the dual-clutch transmission is obnoxious. Look at it and you'll notice that there isn't a"park" position or button. So you might assume that you're supposed to leave it in neutral and set the parking brake, but if you do that the car will not allow you to lock the doors because it isn't"secured" against rolling. Instead, you leave the transmission in drive and turn the car off, which then puts it in park.
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