473-HP BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition: The Retro You Actually Want, Explained

BMW’s past and present meet in a way that feels both respectful and rebellious. The 2002 did more than put the brand on the map; it set the tone for how a small, eager coupe could become a benchmark for driving joy. The new M2 Turbo Design Edition taps that energy and brings it forward, not as a museum piece, but as something you genuinely want to fire up and drive.

This special M2 wears Alpine White like a crisp racing jersey. Hand-painted BMW Motorsport tricolor stripes frame the front and rear, sweep across the hood, and trace the trunk lid. An offset band runs the length of the carbon fiber roof, a bold line that pulls your eye from nose to tail. A black “Turbo” graphic stretches over the Power Dome, and a discreet carbon fiber lip spoiler ties the rear together. Standard black M Dual-Spoke wheels look tough, but the optional M Performance wheels in Matte Gold Bronze are the move if you want the full throwback vibe.

Open the door and the callbacks continue. The sills read “M2 turbo,” a playful nod to the original 2002 Turbo script, and there is a “Turbo” logo just ahead of the shifter to set the tone every time you slide into the seat. Black Vernasca Leather wraps the M Sport seats with a signature tricolor accent, while the available M Carbon buckets bring even more intent without ditching the heritage detailing.

The powertrain choice is as pure as it gets. The M2 Turbo Design Edition is offered exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission, paired to BMW’s twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six. Output is 473 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, enough to send this compact coupe from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.1 seconds. It is quick, yes, but more importantly, it is involving—the kind of car that makes every green light feel like a fresh chapter.

Exclusivity comes with a premium. Pricing starts at $84,075 including the $1,175 destination charge, which is nearly $15,000 over a base 2025 M2. BMW says production will be extremely limited, and it feels that way—this does not read like a volume play. It is a carefully tuned love letter to the car that helped define the brand’s spirit.