BMW M2

The new BMW 2 Series Coupé will almost certainly be followed by a high-performance M2 model next year. With a 3.0-liter straight-six petrol engine delivering roughly 400bhp, the new M2 will provide rear-wheel-drive thrills. The engine is most likely a tweaked variant of the one used in the most recent M3 and M4 models.

The BMW M2 will compete with the latest Audi RS 3 and Mercedes-AMG 45 S hyper-hatches, but its unique selling point for discerning drivers will be the availability of rear-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Buyers who prefer to let the car do the shifting will be relieved to learn that an automatic variant will be offered as well. According to spy images, BMW will not use the huge kidney grille design seen on the new M4.

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Price: £60,000 (est)

On sale: 2022