BMW is set to introduce an all-wheel-drive variant of its M2, a move that will likely ruffle the feathers of rear-wheel-drive enthusiasts. However, the 2027 M2 xDrive will not be a replacement for the existing rear-wheel-drive M2, according to Autocar. Instead, it will be sold alongside its RWD counterpart, allowing buyers to choose between the two drivetrain options. The M2 xDrive will come with an eight-speed automatic transmission, a departure from the six-speed manual found in the rear-wheel-drive M2. However, Autocar suggests that the AWD system will be configured with a rear-bias calibration, allowing for full rear-wheel-drive operation in a selectable mode. This feature is also available on other AWD M cars. Under the hood, the M2 xDrive is expected to retain the same S58 twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, which produces 523 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. This power output is similar to the M2 CS, which can accelerate ...
BMW is set to introduce an all-wheel-drive variant of its M2, a move that will likely ruffle the feathers of rear-wheel-drive enthusiasts. However, the 2027 M2 xDrive will not be a replacement for the existing rear-wheel-drive M2, according to Autocar. Instead, it will be sold alongside its RWD counterpart, allowing buyers to choose between the two drivetrain options.
The M2 xDrive will come with an eight-speed automatic transmission, a departure from the six-speed manual found in the rear-wheel-drive M2. However, Autocar suggests that the AWD system will be configured with a rear-bias calibration, allowing for full rear-wheel-drive operation in a selectable mode. This feature is also available on other AWD M cars.
Under the hood, the M2 xDrive is expected to retain the same S58 twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, which produces 523 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. This power output is similar to the M2 CS, which can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. The added weight of the AWD system is expected to bring the curb weight to around 3,970 pounds.
While the introduction of the M2 xDrive may be met with skepticism by some enthusiasts, it’s likely that the added traction and stability provided by the AWD system will make it a compelling option for those who want the best of both worlds. However, for those who prefer the pure driving experience of a rear-wheel-drive M2, the existing model will still be available.
The M2 xDrive is expected to hit the market in 2027, although no official pricing or availability details have been announced. As with any new car, it’s likely that more information will become available as the launch date approaches.
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