Surprise! BMW won't use ugly grille for the M2

RahulNagaraj · 11th May 2021, 13:45

BMW will soon be introducing the 2022 iteration of its 2 Series Coupe. Ahead of its global unveil, the prototype of the compact-sedan has been caught undergoing testing.

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As seen from the spy images, the 2022 BMW 2 Series features a conventional-sized front grille, skipping the large kidney grille featured on its M3 and M4 siblings. The 2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe prototype can also be seen sporting a long bonnet and short overhangs, along with what looks like an integrated spoiler on the boot.

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Reports also suggest that the upcoming 2 Series will switch to a revamped CLAR architecture, which is also shared with most other models in the brand's lineup. This will allow BMW to introduce the new 2 Series with a 48V mild-hybrid configuration as well.

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The new 2 Series Coupe will be offered in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive options. Reports suggest that the new 2 Series Coupe will be powered by either a 1.5-litre three-cylinder unit or a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine.

The entry and mid-level variants will come with rear-wheel-drive as standard. A 3.0-litre inline 6-cylinder petrol engine will be available on the M240i variant which will also come with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system.

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The top-of-the-line M2 is said to be powered by a detuned version of the 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine from the M3 and M4 models. It is said to produce 420 BHP and 550 Nm, paired with either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic. The power is exclusively sent to the rear wheels.

Source: autoevolution.com

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Shreyas · 11th May 2021, 15:36

Ugh, doesn't the 3 series also sport a 'conventional grille' unlike the M3?

I would glad to be proved wrong, as that grille would look not so good on a small, chuckable M2.

Please spare the M2 this time, BMW.

GTO · 12th May 2021, 08:27

Thank God! For all that BMW defended the ugly grille of the M4, truth is, it did put off a lot of potential customers & BMW fans. Some BMW forums were actually talking about buying it in full black to conceal the ugliness.

The 2-Series is the "new 3-Series" (as the 3 has gotten too big + heavy). It's the perfect size for practicality & fun. Don't mess it up, BMW. Here is an M2 render by Carwow:

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Amsdoc · 13th May 2021, 22:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

The 2-Series is the "new 3-Series" (as the 3 has gotten too big + heavy). It's the perfect size for practicality & fun. Don't mess it up, BMW.

Absolutely. These are exactly my thoughts. 3 series is like the old 5 series. Plus the GT versions for in-betweeners. The 2 looks perfect. Why did it have to be FWD though!!!

11th May 2021, 13:45	#1
RahulNagaraj Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,363 Thanked: 22,581 Times	Surprise! BMW won't use ugly grille for the M2 BMW will soon be introducing the 2022 iteration of its 2 Series Coupe. Ahead of its global unveil, the prototype of the compact-sedan has been caught undergoing testing. As seen from the spy images, the 2022 BMW 2 Series features a conventional-sized front grille, skipping the large kidney grille featured on its M3 and M4 siblings. The 2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe prototype can also be seen sporting a long bonnet and short overhangs, along with what looks like an integrated spoiler on the boot. Reports also suggest that the upcoming 2 Series will switch to a revamped CLAR architecture, which is also shared with most other models in the brand's lineup. This will allow BMW to introduce the new 2 Series with a 48V mild-hybrid configuration as well. The new 2 Series Coupe will be offered in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive options. Reports suggest that the new 2 Series Coupe will be powered by either a 1.5-litre three-cylinder unit or a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. The entry and mid-level variants will come with rear-wheel-drive as standard. A 3.0-litre inline 6-cylinder petrol engine will be available on the M240i variant which will also come with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The top-of-the-line M2 is said to be powered by a detuned version of the 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine from the M3 and M4 models. It is said to produce 420 BHP and 550 Nm, paired with either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic. The power is exclusively sent to the rear wheels. Source: autoevolution.com Link to Team-BHP news Last edited by RahulNagaraj : 11th May 2021 at 13:46.
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Shreyas BHPian Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Bengaluru. Posts: 35 Thanked: 52 Times	re: Surprise! BMW won't use ugly grille for the M2 Ugh, doesn't the 3 series also sport a 'conventional grille' unlike the M3? I would glad to be proved wrong, as that grille would look not so good on a small, chuckable M2. Please spare the M2 this time, BMW.
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GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 71,313 Thanked: 307,620 Times View My Garage	re: Surprise! BMW won't use ugly grille for the M2 Thank God! For all that BMW defended the ugly grille of the M4, truth is, it did put off a lot of potential customers & BMW fans. Some BMW forums were actually talking about buying it in full black to conceal the ugliness. The 2-Series is the "new 3-Series" (as the 3 has gotten too big + heavy). It's the perfect size for practicality & fun. Don't mess it up, BMW. Here is an M2 render by Carwow:
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