Reported by Autoexpress.co.uk, M Division exclusively revealed the rival for Porsche Cayman and Audi TT, the all new BMW M2.
The unique design both at the front and rear side for this car will distincted this new car from its rivals. It will be developed based on F21 platform which mean it will share with BMW 2 Series with front mount engine.
Two engine currently being tested into this new car – 3.0L V6 turbo which produce 350hp and a new tri-turbo engine for better fuel economy. This tri-turbo engine will be first used by X3M and will be reveal to the public on Frankfurt Motor Show later on September 2011.
The new engine will be pair with DCT semi-automatic transmission complete with M3 disc brake.
The material used for its body is made from carbon fiber reinforced plastics. It is much lighter and tougher compare to a steel. This sports compact coupe is expected to arrive in 2015.
As for your information, back in 1968, BMW have introduced a 2 door compact cars which is the BMW E10 2002. Its been sold more than 850,000 before its being replaced with 3 Series model. If you compare this new M2 with BMW E10 2002, there are similarities especially on its front.
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