BMW M2's fierce Competition

If it ain't broke, make it better - that seems to be what BMW has done for its M2 Competition

The BMW M2 Competition is responsive to steering input while its wheels maintain superb grip.
The BMW M2 Competition is responsive to steering input while its wheels maintain superb grip. PHOTO: YANG
The BMW M2 Competition is responsive to steering input while its wheels maintain superb grip.
The BMW M2 Competition is responsive to steering input while its wheels maintain superb grip. PHOTO: YANG
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The hot-blooded potential missing in the previous BMW M2 has been addressed - in the M2 Competition.

The changes, including a power boost and a carbon-fibre brace in the engine bay, have made a worthy king in the 2-series range and a car which is as happy to be slinging around corners as it is hurtling down straights at speeds best left unprinted.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on February 23, 2019, with the headline BMW M2's fierce Competition. Subscribe