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The BMW M2 CS has barely rolled into showrooms, yet order books across the United States, Germany and China are already overflowing. BMW’s performance division has confirmed that allocation numbers have been revised upwards after dealerships reported surging interest from keen drivers eager to secure one of the coveted build slots. Although Munich keeps the final production tally under wraps, insiders note that plant schedules are being re-shuffled to squeeze in additional units wherever possible.
At the heart of the compact coupé sits BMW’s revered 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six, tuned to 523 bhp and 479 lb-ft of torque. Coupled to the eight-speed automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive layout, the powerplant catapults the M2 CS from rest to 60 mph in a claimed 3.7 seconds and on to a 188 mph maximum, putting it squarely in territory normally occupied by far larger machinery. BMW engineers have trimmed 44 kg from the standard car, chiefly through liberal use of carbon-fibre panels, which not only sharpen turn-in but also gift the CS a more purposeful stance on the road.
Demand has been fuelled by a blend of track-focused hardware and daily usability. A retuned chassis, stiffer mounts and model-specific damper calibration promise razor-sharp responses, while adaptive settings allow a more relaxed ride when cruising. Owners can expect a soundtrack that balances refined road manners with an assertive bark under heavy throttle, courtesy of dual adaptive exhaust valves and an overhauled rear silencer.
BMW M’s sales team attributes the avalanche of reservations to the car’s pure rear-drive character—a rarity in a segment where all-wheel-drive has become the norm. Limited build slots further amplify its desirability, ensuring strong residual values and a distinct badge of ownership for those lucky enough to sign an order form.
If you have your sights set on an M2 CS, swift action is recommended. With production lines already running at capacity and fresh allocations disappearing almost as soon as they are announced, securing this compact powerhouse may prove as quick a test of reflexes as driving it flat-out down the pit straight.
