The new BMW M2 Coupe is now officially on sale in Malaysia. The most compact of all the BMW M cars is now in town and whilst it may be small, its price is still quite mega. It starts from RM535,800.00 on the road, without insurance. It is a M Coupe, and one which is fully imported too.
It is powered by a 3.0liter straight-six twin scroll turbo charged engine which makes 365hp and 465Nm (with 500Nm on short duration overboost). It runs a 7 Speed DCT automatic (there is also a 6 speed manual elsewhere) and is a traditional BMW rear wheel drive performance coupe.
Externally, you do get the usual M car treatment to differentiate it from the less rapid variants. From a subtle bodykit, tailpipes, bigger brakes and large 19inch wheels and tyres. Internally, you do get more performance bits from pedals, seats and steering wheel as well as the usual go-fast trim bits.
But since this is a M car, it also sports a proper pukka M suspension setup which should make each and every sunday morning drive to nowhere super special. It may be the smallest M car out there, but the M2 Coupe still gives all in buckets. We think that the size would be of some benefit on the tight and twisty bends of a hillside route compared to the larger M cars out there. Even the M3 or M4.
Of course, one must still be prepared to pay for the privilege. We think that this is a car that is targeted to a very small niche market. Someone that is willing to pay a lot for something compact and can be flung around with more ease on tight roads or tracks - check out its wheel at each end and wide arched stance above. It looks so purposeful, yet compact. A wolverine. A real chilipadi (those small little chillis if you know what I mean).
The New BMW M2 Coupé comes with 4 exterior colour choices here - Long Beach Blue, Black Sapphire, Alpine White and Mineral Grey. The interior and seat colour only comes in Dakota Black Leather with Contrast Stitching in Blue in M Sport seats for the driver and passenger. One type of interior choice only.
It also comes with a 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Program as well as 2 Years/ 24 Months Tyre Warranty Programme.
PRESS RELEASE
BMW Group Malaysia Introduces the New BMW M2 Coupé.
Premium automaker unveils its new premium compact high-performance sports car, the only
rear wheel drive premium performance car in its class.
Cyberjaya, 26 th October 2017 – BMW Group Malaysia today introduced the new BMW M2
Coupé, the newest high performance compact premium sports coupe from the BMW Group’s
famed M Division.
Offering a more aggressive stance in its exterior outlook and matched with its industry
leading performance capabilities, the new BMW M2 Coupe also now offers new interior
highlights and advanced technology for connectivity for the premium motorsports
enthusiasts.
Introducing the New BMW M2 Coupé, Mr. Han Sang Yun, Managing Director and CEO of
BMW Group Malaysia said, “The BMW M2 Coupé perfectly illustrates our strengths and
capabilities in creating dynamic and premium two door, short wheel base and ultimate rear
wheel drive sports car which emotionally stirs performance car fans all over the world.”
Han added that the premium automaker is constantly seeking to challenge its own
boundaries in order to deliver the best in automotive innovations and sheer driving pleasure
to its customers.
“With the new advancements introduced, the New BMW M2 Coupé is already a winner on
and off the track. The high peformance sports coupe only recently took home the much
coveted Sports Auto Award for the second time. A back to back win in 2016 and 2017. The
appeal of this win alone, makes the New BMW M2 very appealing to motorsports fans in
Malaysia.” said Han.
The New BMW M2 Coupé: An exceptional sporting prowess.
Preserving its characteristics of power, sportiness and elegance which is synonymous with
BMW Motorsports, the New BMW M2 Coupé is breathtakingly more dynamic and
prominent in presence, with a newly designed front and rear section. Apart from the
modified front apron with large air inlets, the sporty coupé beams through the darkness at
night with new bi-LED headlights in place of xenon units found on its predecessor.
At the rear, the New BMW M2 Coupé accentuates its pronounced appearance with M-
specific twin exhaust tailpipes and newly designed all-LED tailights, giving the compact
premium sports coupe a sharper and more aggressive modern appearance. Also introduced
for the first time are 19-inch aluminium wheels in M twin-spoke design which adds
exceptional dynamism to the New BMW M2 Coupe and further strengthens its performance
expression.
Inside, redesigned and illuminated is the new M-specific black instrument panel with contrast
stitching which features the new infotainment system with live tiles and touch screen
capabilities. Your ownership experience is further enhanced with Apple Car Play, now
available for the New BMW M2 Coupé via the BMW ConnectedDrive Store. Aside from an M
leather ‘Walknappa’ steering wheel with M Drive buttons, interior trim finishes in high-gloss
carbon fibre communicates a sense of boldness synonymous to the sports car.
The New BMW M2 Coupé continues to be indisputably dominant with a 3.0 litre M
TwinPower Turbo in-line six-cylinder engine capable of up to 6,500 rpm and a peak torque of
465 Nm with a short-term maximum of 500 Nm using the overboost function. The high-
revving character of the engine guarantees a flash-like response even at the slightest touch
of the accelerator.
The New BMW M2 Coupé also raises the bar in superior performance with a lightweight M
Sport suspension system – made stiffer for better dynamism while adapting damper settings
to retain ride comfort. The inclusion of the M Servotronic steering with two response settings
and suitably effective M compound brakes, once again proves the car’s masterclass in
agility, dynamism and acceleration.
Other highlights contributing to the specific motorsports nature of the car include the dual
flow oil return pump to ensure oil is distributed evenly throughout the engine during heavy
acceleration, braking and on fast curves. The electronically controlled Active M Differential,
which optimises traction and directional stability, also plays a significant role here. It
provides greater driving pleasure with the M Dynamic Mode (MDM) which allows for slight
wheel slip and controlled drifting.
The New BMW M2 Coupé offers exterior colour offerings which include Long Beach Blue,
Black Sapphire, Alpine White and Mineral Grey. The interior and seat colour comes in
Dakota Black Leather with Contrast Stitching in Blue in M Sport seats for the driver and
passenger.
The retail price (on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s
Industry leading 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service
Program as well as 2 Years/ 24 Months Tyre Warranty Programme) for the New BMW
M2 Coupé:
The New BMW M2 Coupé RM 535, 800.00
With the BMW Balloon Financing courtesy of BMW Credit Malaysia, the New BMW M2
Coupé can be owned starting from RM6,188.00 a month in Peninsular Malaysia and
from RM 6,188.00.*
Region Price Monthly Instalment
Peninsular MalaysiaMonthly Instalment(80%) (90%)
RM535,800.00 RM 6,188 RM 7,188
East Malaysia RM537,986.50 RM 6,188 RM 7,188
Duty-Free RM331,980.00 RM 3,788 Rm 4,488
*Figures reflected above are all based on the BMW Balloon Financing program of 80% and 90% loan
margin and are based on estimated numbers only. For a different loan margin or for further
clarification on your customised BMW Financial Solution, please refer to our BMW Credit Relationship
Managers at your preferred BMW Authorised Dealer or contact us at 1800 88 3000.
BMW Credit Malaysia also recommends its BMW Comprehensive Motor Insurance program with its
financial solution plans which is underwritten by Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia)
Berhad. (735426-V).
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