BMW M2 xDrive adds all-wheel drive and a 3.7-second sprint
BMW gives its entry M car all-wheel drive for the first time, priced from $133,100 plus on-road costs with Australian deliveries due in the final quarter of 2026.
Rob Leigh
Key takeaways
- 2027 BMW M2 xDrive priced from $133,100 plus on-road costs
- All-wheel drive cuts the 0-100km/h sprint to 3.7 seconds
- Australian deliveries confirmed for the fourth quarter of 2026
The 2027 BMW M2 xDrive marks a first for BMW's smallest M car. After years as a strictly rear-wheel-drive coupe, the M2 now offers all-wheel drive, and it lands in Australia in the fourth quarter of 2026. Order books are already open.
Pricing starts at $133,100 plus on-road costs, a $5,000 premium over the rear-drive model. Production begins in August 2026 at BMW's San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico.
2027 BMW M2 xDrive pricing
| Model | Price (plus on-road costs) |
| 2027 BMW M2 Coupe | $128,100 |
| 2027 BMW M2 Coupe M xDrive | $133,100 |
All-wheel drive, but still rear-biased
Power comes from the familiar 3.0-litre S58 turbocharged inline-six, producing 353kW and 600Nm. An eight-speed M Steptronic automatic is the only transmission, so the rear-drive car's six-speed manual misses out here.
The payoff is pace. With the extra grip, the M2 xDrive hits 100km/h in 3.7 seconds, a useful 0.3 seconds quicker than the rear-driver. Top speed sits at 250km/h, rising to 285km/h with the optional M Driver's Package.
Purists can relax. The xDrive system sends drive to the rear wheels alone under normal conditions, calling on the front axle only when traction demands it. Drivers can also tune the system through the M Setup menu, and a fully rear-drive mode remains on the table.
Specs and performance
| Specification | Detail |
| Engine | 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six |
| Power | 353kW |
| Torque | 600Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed M Steptronic auto |
| 0-100km/h | 3.7 seconds |
| Top speed | 250km/h (285km/h with M Driver's Package) |
New engine tech and fresh paint
The M2 xDrive debuts BMW's M Ignite pre-chamber ignition system, designed to lift combustion efficiency and meet incoming Euro 7 emissions rules. BMW says it lets the engine hold performance for longer on track while using less fuel.
A new BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue finish headlines an expanded palette of five metallic, three solid and six Individual options. Staggered 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are standard, with track tyres available as an option.
Standard kit carries over from the regular M2, including adaptive M suspension, M Compound brakes, M Drive Professional and M Sport seats.
If you want to know what the M2 experience is like before this one arrives, we recently spent time in the hardcore M2 CS - and it left a strong impression. The xDrive variant promises that same sharp character with added all-weather bite
Frequently asked questions
How much does the 2027 BMW M2 xDrive cost in Australia?
It starts at $133,100 plus on-road costs, which is $5,000 more than the rear-wheel-drive M2.
How fast is the BMW M2 xDrive?
It accelerates from 0-100km/h in 3.7 seconds, 0.3 seconds quicker than the rear-drive version, with a top speed of 250km/h.
When does the BMW M2 xDrive arrive in Australia?
Australian deliveries are scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026, with orders open now.
Rob Leigh
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Rob Leigh is Co-founder and Director of The Beep based in Melbourne, Australia. He has 15+ years inside a major automotive OEM, specialising in product planning, pricing and vehicle strategy.
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