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The new BMW M2 CS.
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The new BMW M2 CS.
A high-performance sports car for everyday use. ................................................. 2
Eye-catching design.
Intelligent lightweight construction with extensive use of carbon fibre. ........... 4
Driving dynamics.
Ferocious on the track, mild-mannered in daily driving. ...................................... 5
Engine.
Instantaneous power delivery courtesy of M TwinPower Turbo technology. .. 8Interior appointments.
Focused, sporty, light. ............................................................................................... 11

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Page 2The new BMW M2 CS.
A high-performance sports car for
everyday use.

The arrival of the new BMW M2 CS (fuel consumption combined:
10.4 - 9.4 l/100 km [27.2 – 30.1 mpg imp], CO2 emissions combined:
238 - 214 g/km*) heralds BMW M GmbH’s first ever foray into the premiumcompact segment with its prestigious and overtly sporty portfolio of limitedrun special-edition models. The exclusive BMW M2 CS is positioned
one rung up the performance ladder from the BMW M2 Competition
and will build on the success already achieved by the BMW M3 CS and
BMW M4 CS models. This Immensely capable car also serves as a basis
for the BMW M2 CS Racing model, BMW M Motorsport’s new entry point
to amateur racing and the new Clubsport segment from the 2020 season.
The BMW M2 CS has an even sharper look about it than the
BMW M2 Competition and blends outstanding track performance withunrestricted everyday usability to create a four-seater sports car of exceptional
appeal. The BMW M2 CS sets new, class-leading standards for acceleration,
handling dynamics, precision and agility, making it the perfect choice forfans of high-calibre high-performance cars. The new gateway into theworld of BMW M GmbH products will also stir the emotions of a younger
target audience. Prices for the BMW M2 CS start at €95,000.
“The joint development of the BMW M2 CS and BMW M2 CS Racing
underscores the close links between BMW Motorsport and BMW M GmbH,”
explains Markus Flasch, Chairman of the Board of Management of
BMW M GmbH. “Our skillsets converge at the midway point between
high-performance cars for the road and all-out racing machines – i.e. in the
expanding Clubsport segment. We’re covering this niche with the Clubsportvariant of the BMW M2 CS Racing and will be working in a similar direction
with future special-edition models from BMW M.”
BMW Group Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt adds: “The BMW
Motorsport engineers have worked closely with their colleagues at BMW M
GmbH in taking the ideal basis provided by the BMW M2 CS and adopting
much of the knowledge gained in the development of the BMW M4 GT4. As
a result, they have raised the bar in the entry-level class of race competition
to a new high with the M4 GT4’s smaller brother, the BMW M2 CS Racing.
I have no doubt we’ll be able to build on the success achieved so far by
BMW M customer racing cars with this new model.”

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BMW M GmbH has used an array of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP)
components to give the limited-run special-edition BMW M2 CS an extremely
sporty appearance that vividly conveys its exceptional agility and dynamism
before a wheel has turned. The output of the twin-turbocharged straight-six
engine has increased to 331 kW (450 hp) – up 29 kW (40 hp) on the BMW
M2 Competition – while the Adaptive M suspension hitherto reserved for theM4 models and the Michelin Cup tyres transfer this immense power to track
and road alike to optimum effect. Commensurate levels of stopping power areprovided by the standard M Sport brakes with red-painted callipers or optional
M Carbon ceramic brakes.

* All figures relating to performance, fuel/electric power consumption and CO2 emissions are provisional.
The fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electric power consumption and operating range figures were determined based on the new WLTP test
cycle and have been translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to ensure comparability between the vehicles. With respect to thesevehicles, for vehicle-related taxes or other data based (at least inter alia) on CO2 emissions, the CO2 values may differ from the values stated here
(depending on national legislation).

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Page 4Eye-catching design.
Intelligent lightweight construction withextensive use of carbon fibre.

The BMW M2 CS delivers instant visual confirmation of its sportingcredentials, its stylistic modifications clearly distinguishing it from the
BMW M2 Competition. The design team at BMW M GmbH focusedin particular on the use of carbon fibre, a material that stirs the emotions
and creates a strong link to racing cars through the intelligent lightweight
design and exceptional body strength it promotes.
New bonnet and roof made from carbon fibre.
A new CFRP bonnet, created specially for the BMW M2 CS, complements
the BMW M2 premiere of a roof also made entirely from carbon fibre.
The bonnet of the BMW M2 Competition has been modified to include
an eye-catching central air vent in High-gloss Black towards its leading edge.
The new design increases the car’s downforce over the front wheels andalso aids engine cooling. The bonnet’s weight, meanwhile, has been halved.
The new roof, with its sandwich design, makes the body more rigid andappears to have been cut from the same mould as the rest of the car;no trim strips are needed, meaning no visible joins either. This has the
additional effect of enhancing acoustics, both inside and outside the car.
And dispensing with the customary roof bows and insulation also saves
weight. Together with the lighter bonnet, this serves to lower the vehicle’s
centre of gravity, resulting in even better driving dynamics.
Front splitter, Gurney and rear diffuser optimise aerodynamics.
The new front splitter located south of the front apron, the Gurney spoiler
lip on the boot lid and the rear diffuser are all made from exposed carbon fibre,
giving them a striking appearance. Inspired by aerodynamic components usedin racing cars, this trio of add-ons gives the M2 CS greater downforce andchannels the air flowing around and underneath the body to optimise
aerodynamics. The carbon-fibre caps of the streamlined M twin-stalk exterior
mirrors round off the CFRP elements in the M2 CS. Bringing the car’s design
to a stunning conclusion is the redesigned dual-branch exhaust system with
its quartet of stainless-steel tailpipes, M logo and M2 CS badge. The MisanoBlue metallic paint finish is exclusive to the new BMW M2 CS.

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Driving dynamics.
Ferocious on the track, mild-manneredin daily driving.

The new BMW M2 CS extends a family lineage established by the
BMW M3 CS and BMW M4 CS. It has been engineered for the express
purpose of delivering scintillating track performance, but without falling shortof the mark in everyday road use. The BMW M2 Competition’s top-classagility, driving feel, handling stability, steering precision and controllability
at the limit have been elevated another notch to make the BMW M2 CS
a sports car of indisputable authenticity.
Adaptive M suspension and M Sport brakes fitted as standard.
Underpinning the sensational driving dynamics of the BMW M2 CS are
the standard-fitted Adaptive M suspension and M Sport brakes designedwith the help of the motor-racing know-how. Formerly the preserve of theM4 models, Adaptive M suspension gives drivers the choice of Comfort,
Sport and Sport+ modes, each of which alters the damper settings. Comfort
mode offers excellent ride comfort in everyday urban driving, Sport lends itself
to powering along country roads, and drivers taking their BMW M2 CS out
on a track will want to select Sport+; the firmest chassis setup minimises body
movement and maximises dynamic performance. The Electric Power Steeringwith M-specific characteristics – which controls power assistanceelectronically according to the car’s speed and the Drivelogic settings selected– allows the driver to adapt the level of power assistance to suit their personal
preferences and is also adjusted in line with the three suspension modes.
The M Sport brakes also benefit from the motor racing experience of
BMW M GmbH. Compared with the M compound brakes featured on
the BMW M2 Competition, the brake discs are larger (front: diameter 400 mm,
rear: diameter 380 mm) and the brake callipers – painted in a bold red colour –have also been upgraded (front: six-piston fixed callipers, rear: four-piston
fixed callipers). This highly capable system delivers exceptional braking
performance with outstanding stopping power in all conditions, plus excellent
fade resistance and thermal stability. The BMW M2 CS is also available withthe option of M Carbon ceramic brakes with six-piston callipers at the front
and four-piston units at the rear. These are lighter, can withstand the sortsof extreme loads exerted during track use and are longer lasting too.
Stiff front-end structure enhances steering precision.
The CFRP high-precision strut brace employed in the M2 CS has alreadyseen action in the BMW M2 Competition. This single-piece carbon-fibre

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Page 6component weighs a mere 1.5 kg and combines with the tower-to-bulkhead
strut to give the car’s front end a high level of stiffness. This, in turn, has apositive impact on turn-in response and steering precision. The front and rearaxles have a lightweight aluminium construction and transfer forces laterally bymeans of ball joints with zero play for high-precision wheel location. Speciallydesigned elastomeric bearings in the torque arms result in direct longitudinaltransmission of the chassis forces, which also ensures the desired level ofride comfort. All of the five-link rear axle’s control arms and wheel carriers
are made from forged aluminium. The rear-axle subframe, with its lightweightsteel construction, also has a rigid bolted connection to the body without any
flexible rubber elements. Typically used in racing cars, this type of mounting
further improves wheel location and directional stability.
Active M Differential and specially tuned DSC.
The electronics of the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system govern the
car’s handling with fingertip sensitivity, generate excellent grip when driving
in wet or slippery conditions and prevent an abrupt breakaway of traction middrift. The DSC is aided in its task by the Active M Differential, an electronicallycontrolled multi-plate locking mechanism that enhances traction and handlingstability with unbeatable precision and speed. The locking effect can be varied
between 0 and 100 per cent, depending on the driving situation, and factors
in steering angle, accelerator pedal position, brake pressure, engine torque,
wheel speeds and yaw rate. By analysing the situation in this way, the control
unit can detect an imminent loss of traction on one side and calculate theideal degree of lock, which is then applied using an electric motor. It takes
just 150 milliseconds to generate maximum locking torque of 2,500 Newton
metres (1,843 lb-ft). This serves to prevent wheel spin even in extreme
conditions on slippery surfaces or when one rear wheel has far less grip
than the other.
The Active M Differential can even intervene proactively in certain situations.
When pulling away on slippery road surfaces, for example, a certain
percentage of lock is engaged before a wheel can start to spin, ensuringthat both wheels build up identical amounts of slip at the same time. And in
high-speed corners, the levels of lateral acceleration and drive torque dictate
the degree of the lock required to stop an unloaded inside wheel from turning
too fast. The differential’s permanent and continuously variable control also
results in sharper agility, elimination of understeer at corner entry and superior
directional stability during braking and load changes.
M Dynamic Mode (MDM) is a DSC sub-function that can be selected
as required to allow a greater degree of wheel slip. This can be beneficial
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intervention points for the DSC system’s various stabilising measures, giving
drivers extra leeway to explore the car’s dynamic limits. Increasing wheel slip
enhances traction, which then helps to propel the car down the road with extra
assurance. More significant oversteer and understeer are possible, as aremoderate, controlled drifts. However, drivers can still depend on the arrayof DSC driving safety aids to intervene in critical situations.
19-inch wheels with Cup tyres.
The BMW M2 CS rides on 19-inch Y-spoke forged wheels in a High-gloss
Black finish. Here again, the M GmbH engineers have applied the principles
of systematic lightweight design. As a result, the 9J x 19 wheels at the front
weigh just 9 kilograms, while the 10J x 19 items at the rear add less than
10 kilograms. This keeps unsprung masses low and is another factor in
the extraordinarily dynamic potency of the M2 CS. The wheels can also
be specified in an optional matt gold shade. The front wheels are shodwith 245/35 ZR 19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres that have been speciallymatched to the M2 CS and offer the ultimate in lateral control, directional
stability, steering feel and steering precision, while the 265/35 ZR 19 tyres
at the rear optimise traction, lateral control and directional stability. Customers
intending to use their M2 CS mainly for everyday driving can select the
no-cost option of Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres, which generate more
grip on wet roads than the Cup items.

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Page 8Engine.
Instantaneous power delivery courtesy of
M TwinPower Turbo technology.

The twin-turbocharged six-cylinder in-line engine in the BMW M2 CS
is derived from the unit fitted in the BMW M4 Competition Coupe andoffers the best of both worlds. On the one hand, it has an extraordinary
appetite for revs for a turbocharged engine, plus linear power build-up
over a wide rpm band and a distinctive soundtrack. And M TwinPower
Turbo technology keeps peak torque on tap across a wide engine
speed range. But the engine will also put a smile on the driver’s facewith its exemplary efficiency.
The straight-six generates maximum output of 331 kW (450 hp) at 6,250 rpm,
29 kW (40 hp) more than the BMW M2 Competition. Peak torque of
550 Newton metres (405 lb-ft) is on tap between 2,350 and 5,500 rpm.
This enables the BMW M2 CS to race to 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest in
just 4.0 seconds when equipped with the optional seven-speed M doubleclutch transmission (M DCT). The same sprint takes 4.2 seconds with thesix-speed manual gearbox. The top speed of the special-edition model,
which comes complete with the M Driver’s Package, is an electronically
governed 280 km/h (174 mph). Manual models achieve combined fuelconsumption figures of 10.4 – 10.2 l/100 km [27.2 – 27.7 mpg imp) andcombined CO2 emissions of 238 – 233 g/km*. Cars fitted with the M DCT
transmission burn just 9.6 – 9.4 l/100 km [29.4 – 30.1 mpg imp) on the
combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 219 – 214 g/km*. The petrol
particulate filter fitted in the BMW M2 CS in the relevant EU countries
further reduces particulate emissions.
Instantaneous response thanks to M TwinPower Turbo technology.
The package of BMW TwinPower Turbo technology comprises two fastresponse mono-scroll turbochargers, High Precision Injection direct petrol
injection, VALVETRONIC variable valve timing and Double-VANOS fully
variable camshaft timing. The variable valve and camshaft timing combine
to enable continuous adjustment of intake valve lift as required. This allows
the engine to build up its power to optimum effect while also respondingat lightning speed to the drivers’ inputs. At the same time, fuel consumption
and exhaust emissions are reduced. The six-cylinder engine’s crankcase
is remarkably rigid thanks to its closed-deck construction, paving the way
for higher cylinder pressures and improved power output. Cylinder walls* All figures relating to performance, fuel/electric power consumption and CO2 emissions are provisional.
The fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electric power consumption and operating range figures were determined based on the new WLTP test
cycle and have been translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to ensure comparability between the vehicles. With respect to thesevehicles, for vehicle-related taxes or other data based (at least inter alia) on CO2 emissions, the CO2 values may differ from the values stated here
(depending on national legislation).

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Page 9with a wire-arc sprayed coating instead of liners help to keep the weightof the engine down.
Racing car experience to the fore.
The level of performance offered by cars such as the BMW M2 CS places
specific demands on engine oil supply during track use. This is an area where
BMW M GmbH’s many years of motor racing experience come into play.
The oil sump, for instance, has an additional cover to restrict the lubricant’s
movement under the high lateral forces exerted during sharp changes
in direction. There is also an extra oil scavenge pump and a sophisticatedoil return system near the turbocharger to keep the oil circuit functioning
smoothly under extreme acceleration and braking. This ensures a reliablesupply of oil for every engine component under all circumstances – fromeveryday road use through to maximum attack on the track.
The BMW M2 CS makes allowance for the greater quantities of cooling air
required by the engine with measures such a CFRP bonnet featuring designmodifications over the BMW M2 Competition’s. Incorporating an air vent,for example, helps to dissipate hot air more effectively. The BMW M2 CS
has retained its sibling’s large kidney grille and large air intakes in the front
apron to optimise the flow of air through the car’s front end. The track-tested
cooling system originates from the BMW M4 with Competition Package
and comprises a central radiator plus two radiators at the sides, alongwith an additional engine oil cooler. Models specified with the optional
seven-speed M DCT also benefit from a separate transmission oil cooler.
This sophisticated system ensures that optimum operating temperatures
are maintained at all times, not only in everyday road use and on shorturban journeys, but also during outings on the track.
Dual-branch exhaust system with two electrically controlled flaps.
Offering even greater aesthetic and aural appeal than in the BMW M2
Competition, the exhaust system has a dual-branch design and concludes
in a familiar quartet of tailpipes, each bearing the M logo. Two electricallycontrolled flaps ensure the BMW M2 CS emits a sound worthy of a BMW M
model. The M Engine Dynamics Control function with direct selection buttons
in the centre console allows drivers to vary the engine note further throughtheir driving mode selection.
Choice of two transmissions.
The BMW M2 CS is the first CS model from BMW to be fitted as standard
with a six-speed manual gearbox, thereby catering to the often-expressedpenchant of the M2’s target clientele for a good stickshift. Standout
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friction linings for smoother shifting also feature. Shift comfort is further
improved by the gearbox’s engagement speed control, which automatically
blips the throttle when changing down and lowers the engine revs whenchanging up. This also gives the car extra stability when pushed hard on the
track. Engagement speed control is deactivated when DSC is switched off.
Customers can also specify the optional seven-speed M double-clutchtransmission (M DCT) with Drivelogic. DCT consists of two sub-transmissions(each with its own clutch), allowing both extremely fast gear changes without
any interruption in power flow and silky smooth shifting, depending on theselected setting. The gear changes can be performed either automaticallyor manually by the driver using the gearshift lever on the centre console or
the shift paddles on the M leather steering wheel. In both automatic andmanual modes, the Drivelogic function gives the driver the choice of three
preconfigured settings: EFFICIENT, SPORT and SPORT+. In automatic
mode these alter shift timing, shift speed and the automatic blip of thethrottle on downshifts.
The manual mode settings only affect the speed of gear shifts, with the timing
determined by the driver. The system is able to predict the driver’s next gear
selection based on rev speed, accelerator pedal position, acceleration and thechosen setting, allowing it to engage the next gear before the shift paddle haseven been operated. At this point, one clutch is simply disengaged and theother engaged to complete the gear change with lightning speed.

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Interior appointments.
Focused, sporty, light.

The cabin of the BMW M2 CS blends an exclusive, authentic aesthetic withthe sporty looks and feel of fine Alcantara and innovative lightweight design.
Its centre console is made entirely of lightweight carbon fibre, producing aweight saving of more than 50 per cent over the standard car’s. CFRP has
also been used for the door pulls and door panel trim.
On their way into the BMW M2 CS, drivers are welcomed by a door sill platewith M2 CS badging before settling into the same lightweight M Sport seat
fitted in the BMW M4 CS – an ergonomic and stylistic masterpiece of its kind.
The seat’s bucket-style design takes its inspiration directly from motor racing
and guarantees optimum lateral support even when the driver is pushing thelimits on the race track. The seat backrests are upholstered in Merino leather
and Alcantara, their red contrast stitching also gracing the armrests, the centre
console and the door and side panel trim. The front seats’ integral headrestraints feature BMW M stripes, while the backrests sport CS badging. CSspecific red contrast stitching appears again on the Merino leather rear seats.
M Sport steering wheel with Alcantara covering and centre marker.
The optional M Sport steering wheel with exclusive Alcantara covering injects
another shot of authentic racing flair into the cabin. It has a red centre marker
to make racing drivers feel at home, and offers unbeatable grip in all driving
situations. The distinctive M2 CS badging in the instrument cluster can beclearly seen through the M Sport steering wheel. Fine Alcantara also adorns
the centre-console armrest and an interior trim strip on the instrument panel.
The trim strip’s large red CS logo clearly identifies this as the new rangetopping car in the BMW M2 line-up – one that cuts a dashing figure both on
the track and in day-to-day road driving.

All figures relating to performance, fuel/electric power consumption and CO2 emissions are provisional.
The fuel consumption and CO2 emission figures are determined according to the European Regulation (EC) 2007/715 in the version applicable.
The figures refer to a vehicle with basic configuration in Germany. The range shown considers the different sizes of the selected wheels/tyres andthe selected items of optional equipment, and may vary during configuration.
The values are based on the new WLTP test cycle and are translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to ensure comparability between
the vehicles. With respect to these vehicles, for vehicle-related taxes or other duties based (at least inter alia) on CO2 emissions, the CO2 values
may differ from the values stated here (depending on national legislation).
Further information on official fuel consumption figures and specific CO2 emission values of new passenger cars is included in the following
guideline: 'Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen' (Guide to the fueleconomy, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars), which can be obtained free of charge from all dealerships, from
Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2/.