M Performance Parts for the M2 Competition

BMW has introduced a range of M Performance Parts for the recently-launched 404 bhp (302 kW / 410 PS) M2 Competition.

These retrofit items allow a customer to alter their car’s handling, aerodynamics and appearance. Power upgrades for the 3.0 litre, turbocharged, six-cylinder engine aren’t being offered, though.

BMW M2 Competition with M Performance Parts (2018) Front Side

The latest M Performance Parts collection includes:

Carbon fibre components
  • Front splitter
  • Kidney grilles
  • Bonnet – reduces weight by approximately 9.0 kg (19.8 lbs)
  • Front fender inserts with integrated air outlets (from November 2018)
  • Door mirror caps
  • Roof panel (from November 2018) – reduces weight by approximately 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs)
  • Side skirt extensions
  • Rear spoiler
  • Boot panel (from November 2018) – reduces weight by approximately 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs)
  • Rear diffuser
BMW M2 Competition with M Performance Parts (2018) Roof DetailBMW M2 Competition with M Performance Parts (2018) Side Skirt Detail

Chassis components
  • Suspension kit – lowers the ride height by up to 20 mm (0.8”), plus there are twelve compression and sixteen rebound settings for the dampers
  • 19” five-Y-spoke forged alloy wheels – reduces weight by approximately 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs)
  • Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres
  • M Sports Brake System Red – comprises M Compound Brake Discs, aluminium six-piston fixed calipers at the front and four-piston fixed calipers at the rear
  • Motorsport-derived brake pads
  • M Performance exhaust (from September 2018) – with a titanium rear silencer and carbon fibre tailpipes, it reduces weight by approximately 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs)
BMW M2 Competition with M Performance Parts (2018) Rear SideBMW M2 Competition with M Performance Parts (2018) Exhaust Detail

Cosmetic components
  • Bodywork decals
  • Steering wheel Pro – covered with leather and Alcantara
  • Steering wheel with race display – made from carbon fibre with an Alcantara covering, the upper section features a small information screen and LED gear-shift indicators
  • Stainless steel pedal covers
UK availability and pricing have yet to be confirmed.

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