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graphics�in�this�document.�Further�differences�may�arise�as�the�result�of�the�equipment�specification�in
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Contents
1. Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1. History......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1.1. E82�BMW�M�Coupé........................................................................................................................................................ 1
1.2. Vehicle�profile�F87�BMW�M2............................................................................................................................................................. 3
2. Technical�Data.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1. BMW�EfficientDynamics�measures.......................................................................................................................................... 6
3. Body...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1. Bodyshell.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
3.1.1. Chassis�and�suspension�components�and�rigidity�concept............................. 7
3.2. Exterior................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.2.1. Front�view..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2.2. Side�view....................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.3. Rear�quarter�panel�and�rear�view............................................................................................................ 13
3.2.4. Vehicle�underbody/cooling�air�routing�and�thermal�protection................. 15
3.3. Interior..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.3.1. Driving�area�and�steering�wheel............................................................................................................... 16
3.3.2. Seats.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
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4. Engine/Powertrain.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.1. Engine�N55B30T0...........................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.1.1. Engine�comparison....................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.1.2. Intake�manifold.....................................................................................................................................................................21
4.1.3. Engine�mechanics.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
4.1.4. Oil�supply...................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1.5. Exhaust�turbocharging............................................................................................................................................ 27
4.1.6. Exhaust�system...................................................................................................................................................................28
4.1.7. Cooling..............................................................................................................................................................................................30
4.1.8. Engine�electrical�system...................................................................................................................................... 31
4.1.9. Service�information.......................................................................................................................................................31
4.2. Transmission.............................................................................................................................................................................................................31
4.2.1. Manual�gearbox...................................................................................................................................................................31
4.2.2. Gearshift�lever�and�gearshift�fork........................................................................................................... 32
4.2.3. Clutch..................................................................................................................................................................................................32
4.2.4. M�double-clutch�transmission�(M�DKG)�with�Drivelogic..................................... 32
4.2.5. Launch�Control.................................................................................................................................................................... 33
4.2.6. Wheelspin�start................................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.2.7. Transmission�oil�cooling....................................................................................................................................... 36
4.2.8. Emergency�gearbox�release........................................................................................................................... 37
4.2.9. Service�information.......................................................................................................................................................37
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4.3. Rear�axle�final�drive........................................................................................................................................................................................ 38
4.3.1. Active�M�Differential....................................................................................................................................................38
4.3.2. Service�information.......................................................................................................................................................39
4.4. Half-shafts.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
4.5. Wheel�flange..............................................................................................................................................................................................................40
5. Chassis/Driving�Dynamics�Systems..................................................................................................................................................... 41
5.1. Front�axle........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
5.1.1. Steering........................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
5.1.2. Servotronic................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
5.1.3. Steering�angle�sensor.............................................................................................................................................. 50
5.1.4. System�wiring�diagram,�M�Servotronic�(EPS)..................................................................... 51
5.2. Rear�axle...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................52
5.3. Brakes�and�wheels/tires.......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
5.3.1. Brakes.................................................................................................................................................................................................55
5.3.2. Wheels/tires...............................................................................................................................................................................57
5.4. Dynamic�handling�control�systems.......................................................................................................................................58
5.4.1. Transverse�dynamics�management.................................................................................................... 58
5.4.2. Longitudinal�dynamics�management............................................................................................... 58
6. Electrics/Electronics.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
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6.1. Driving�experience�switch.................................................................................................................................................................... 59
6.2. M�instrument�cluster....................................................................................................................................................................................63
6.3. Active�Sound� Design................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
6.4. M�Lap�Timer�app............................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
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1.�Introduction
For�customers�who�place�particularly�high�demands�on�the�performance�of�their�2�Series�BMW,�BMW
M�GmbH�now�offers�a�BMW�M2�based�on�the�F22�BMW�235i�Coupé.�This�has�an�even�more�powerful
engine�and�is�equipped�with�a�modified�F80�BMW�M3�chassis�and�suspension�including�the�variable�M
differential�lock.�The�modifications�are�designed�for�an�exciting�driving�experience�that�encompasses
the�powertrain,�chassis,�suspension,�bodywork�and�interior.
With�the�F87�BMW�M2,�customers�benefit�from�the�company's�extensive�know-how�in�development
and�production�of�M�vehicles.�Sporty�visual�styling,�rigorous�use�of�lightweight�components�and�a
powerful,�performance-orientated�engine.
The�F87�BMW�M2�will�be�built�at�the�Leipzig�plant�in�Germany.�The�market�introduction�of�the�F87
BMW�M2�will�take�place�in�the�US�in�March�2016.
1.1.�History
1.1.1.�E82�BMW�M�Coupé
The�first�M�Coupé�based�on�a�BMW�1�Series�made�its�debut�in�May�2011�and�approx.�6,300�vehicles
were�delivered�up�to�2012.
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E82,�M�Coupé,�front�side�view
The�BMW�M�Coupé�was�powered�by�the�N54B30T0�engine�with�twin�turbocharger.�In�the�BMW�M
Coupé,�this�engine�produced�250�KW�/�335�hp�with�a�torque�of�500�Nm�/�369�lb-ft�in�overboost�mode
(450�Nm�/�332�lb-ft�in�normal�operation).
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E82,�M�Coupé,�rear�side�view
The�chassis�and�suspension�as�well�as�the�interior�and�exterior�were�adapted�specifically�for�the�M
model�of�the�E82�M�Coupé.
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1.�Introduction
1.2.�Vehicle�profile�F87�BMW�M2
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F87,�BMW�M2
• Design�and�aerodynamics:�Two-door�high-speed�sport�Coupé.�M-specific�characteristics
in�front,�side�and�rear�area.�Aerodynamic�design�in�front,�side�and�rear�area�and�vehicle
underbody.
• Engine/Transmission:�3-liter�6-cylinder�engine,�TVDI�engine.�Efficient,�with�even�more
powerful�and�more�spontaneous�linear�power�development.�2�selectable�engine�dynamic
control�programs.�M�Double-clutch�Transmission�with�Drivelogic�as�an�option.�Electronically
controlled�M�rear-axle�differential�lock�as�standard.
• Engine�sound:�Sporting�character�in�the�lower�and�upper�engine�speed�and�power�range.
Active�Sound�Design�(ASD),�which�makes�the�engine�sound�in�the�vehicle�interior�a�desirable
overall�experience�in�combination�with�the�original�sound.
• Steering:�Direct�and�precise�variable�M�Servotronic�(EPS)�with�selectable�Servotronic�support
(in�two�stages).�M�steering�wheel�including�M�shift�paddle.
• Chassis�and�suspension/Chassis�and�suspension�dynamics�design:�Optimum�driving
precision�and�adapted�interaction�of�steering,�tires,�suspension�and�damping�action�through
M-specific�setup.�Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)�with�M�dynamic�mode�setup.
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• Seating�comfort:�M�sports�seats�in�Dakota�Black�leather�with�“Polar�Blue”�seam�stitching.
• Ergonomics,�interior�equipment:�Instrument�cluster�with�red�needles�and�white�dials,
M�seat,�M-specific�decorative�strips,�M�footrest,�M�door�sill�cover�strips�and�knee�pad�on
center�console.
• BMW�ConnectedDrive:�Assistance�systems�and�mobility�services�from�the�BMW
ConnectedDrive�scope,�collision�warning,�lane�departure�warning,�speed�limit�info,
city�collision�warning.
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2.�Technical�Data
All�technical�data�is�based�on�vehicles�with�manual�gearboxes.
Designation Unit F22�M235i F80 F87
Engine�range N55B30O0 S55B30T0 N55B30T0
Engine�control MEVD�17.2.G MEVD17.2.G MEVD�17.2.G
Transmission�type�designation K�transmission K�transmission K�transmission
Length [mm] 4454 4671 4468
Width [mm] 1774 1870 1854
Height [mm] 1408 1383 1410
Number�of�seats 4 4 4
Luggage�compartment
volume
Maximum�speed [km/h�]
Acceleration�0�100km/h�(0–60�mph)
Nominal�engine�power
at�engine�speed
Power-to-weight�ratio
(DIN)
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Torque�at�speed [Nm�(lb-ft)]
Aerodynamics
cx�(drag�coefficient) 0.33 0.34 0.35
A�(area)
cx�x�A�(drag)
Vehicle�curb�weight
US [kg�(lbs)] 1590�(3505) 1601�(3530) 1565�(3450)
Gross�Vehicle�Weight [kg�(lbs)] 1964�(4330) 2401�(4500) 2009�(4330)
[l] 390 445 390
250�/�270*
mph
[s] 5.2�(4.9) 4.3�(4.1) 4.5�(4.4)
[kW�/�bhp]
[rpm]
[kg/kW] 6.1 4.8 5.5
[rpm]
[m2]
[m2]
155�/�168*
240�/�326
5800–6000
450�(332)
1300–4500
2.14 2.29 2.21
0.71 0.78 0.77
250�/�280*
155�/�174*
317�/�425
5500–7300
550�(406)
1850–5500
250�/�270*
155�/�168*
272�/�365
465�(343)
1400–5560
6500
US�Rear�axle�load [kg�(lbs)] 1080�(2380) 1129�(2490) 1080�(2380)
Fuel�consumption
City
Country
Totals
Approx.�fuel�tank
capacity
CO2�emissions
Exhaust�emission�standards ULEV�II ULEV�II ULEV�II
*=�with�Increased�Top�Speed�Limiter�(SA�840)�standard�on�the�F87
[l/100km]
10.9
6.4
8.1
[l] 52 60 52
[grams�per
kilometer]
189 204 199
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8.8
11.6
6.7
8.5
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2.�Technical�Data
2.1.�BMW�EfficientDynamics�measures
• TwinPower�Turbo�technology.
• Gasoline�direct�fuel�injection�with�Valvetronic.
• Automatic�engine�start-stop�function.
• 7–speed�M�double-clutch�transmission�with�Drivelogic�as�optional
equipment�SA�2MK�/�or�a�6–speed�manual�gearbox�as�standard.
• M�Servotronic�(EPS).
• Shift�point�display.
• Map-controlled�oil�pump.
• Brake�energy�regeneration.
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3.�Body
3.1.�Bodyshell
3.1.1.�Chassis�and�suspension�components�and�rigidity�concept
Front�area�of�vehicle
In�contrast�to�the�F22,�different�measures�are�implemented�in�the�front�area�of�the�vehicle�to�increase
rigidity.�Individual�components�were�adopted�from�the�F23�as�well�as�F80/F82�and�F83.
The�following�measures�were�implemented�in�the�front�area�of�the�vehicle�for�the�connection�of�the
chassis�and�suspension�components�and�to�increase�the�vehicle�rigidity:
• Front-end�struts.
• Strut�brace.
• Front�axle�support�with�additional�connection�in�the�side�sill�area.
• Stiffening�plate.
• Carrier�support�struts.
• Cross�member,�bottom.
• Front-end�reinforcements�of�the�engine�supports�by�stiffening�module
made�of�aluminium�in�front�of�the�cooling�module.
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F87,�measures�in�the�front�area
Index Explanation
1 Front-end�strut,�right�(adopted�from�F23)
2 Front-end�strut�connection�to�carrier�support�(adopted�from�F23)
3 Carrier�support�strut,�right�(adopted�from�F82)
4 Strut�brace�(adopted�from�F23)
5 Carrier�support�strut,�left�(adopted�from�F82)
6 Front�axle�support�with�additional�connection�(adopted�from�F80)
7 Front-end�strut,�left�(adopted�from�F23)
8 Stiffening�plate�(adopted�from�F80)
9 Cross�member,�bottom�(adopted�from�F80/F82�and�F83)
10 Stiffening�module�(adopted�from�F80/F82�and�F83)
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Rear�area�of�the�vehicle
The�following�measures�were�implemented�in�the�rear�area�of�the�vehicle�for�the�connection�of�the
chassis�and�suspension�components�and�to�increase�the�vehicle�rigidity:
• Direct�screw�connection�of�the�rear�axle�support�to�the�body�without�the�use�of�rubber�mounts.
• Double�strut�assembly�in�underfloor�area.
• Additional�struts�in�the�luggage�compartment�area�to�support�the�spring�strut�domes.
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F87,�measures�in�the�rear�area
Index Explanation
1 Tunnel-side�sill�area,�double�strut,�right�(new�development�for�F87)
2 Spring�strut�support,�right
3 Rear�axle�support�(adopted�from�F80/F82�and�F83)
4 Spring�strut�support,�left
5 Tunnel-side�sill�area,�double�strut,�left�(new�development�for�F87)
6 Double�strut�mounting
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3.�Body
3.2.�Exterior
3.2.1.�Front�view
Bumper,�front
An�M-specific�front�bumper�panel�is�used�on�the�F87�BMW�M2.�This�features�flaps�at�the�bottom�to
reduce�lift�at�the�front�axle.�It�is�painted�in�the�vehicle�color.�The�shaped�element�that�serves�as�an
impact�absorber�under�the�bumper�panel�is�adapted�to�the�new�geometry�of�the�bumper�panel�of�the
F87.�Due�to�the�necessary�air�inlets�no�fog�lights�are�installed.�The�ornamental�grilles�at�the�bottom
and�on�the�left�and�right�are�fitted�as�separate�parts�and�have�a�black,�grained�finish.�The�frame�and�the
double-rib�longitudinal�bars�of�the�BMW�M�kidney�grill�are�finished�in�high-gloss�black�as�standard�for
the�F87�BMW�M2�and�feature�the�M2�model�designation.
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F87,�front�view
In�addition,�the�Air�Curtain�was�integrated�in�the�front�bumper�panel�and�the�neighboring�wheel�arch
panel.�Together�with�the�underbody�panelling,�a�rear�spoiler�gurney�flap�and�the�exterior�mirrors,�the
Air�Curtain�also�contributes�to�the�aerodynamic�concept�of�the�new�F87�BMW�M2.
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3.�Body
3.2.2.�Side�view
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F87,�side�view
Exterior�mirror�and�sill
The�exterior�mirrors�have�been�adopted�from�the�F22�M235i,�but�feature�mirror�caps�painted�in�the
vehicle�color.�The�mirrors�are�heated�and�are�auto-dimming�as�standard�equipment�with�integrated
side�repeaters.�They�feature�memory�and�fold-in�functions�and�the�passenger�side�mirror�has�an
automatic�dip�function.
The�full�side�sill�panels�are�also�aerodynamically�optimized�and�are�a�new�part�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
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F87,�side�gill
Front�fender
The�front�fenders�have�a�specific�design�for�the�F87�BMW�M2�and�are�made�of�aluminium.
Striking�design�features�include�the�M�gills�and�the�“M2”�logo�on�the�front�left�and�right�fenders.
Wheel�arch�cover
The�wheel�arch�cover�and�the�covers�of�the�steering�unit�are�a�new�design.
Side�frame
The�side�frame�on�the�left�and�right�and�the�inner�C-pillars�are�completely�new�parts�for�the�F87.
Rim�design
Forged�19"�M�light-alloy�wheels�are�used�as�standard�at�the�front�and�rear.�Mixed�tires�with�the�sizes
245/35�ZR�19�at�the�front�and�265/35�ZR�19�at�the�rear�are�used.�For�more�information�please�see�the
chapter�"Wheels/Tires".
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F87,�rim�design
Index Explanation
1 19"�M�standard�wheel
3.2.3.�Rear�quarter�panel�and�rear�view
Rear�quarter�panel
The�rear�quarter�panel�was�widened�and�adapted�to�accommodate�the�modified�chassis�and
suspension�components�and�the�larger�track�width�of�the�new�F87�BMW�M2.
The�4�round�exhaust�tailpipes�with�tailpipe�trims�in�high-gloss�chrome�are�a�striking�design�feature.
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F87,�rear�view
The�rear�quarter�panel�also�contains�the�fuel�filler�flap�with�cover,�which�is�also�a�new�part�for�the�F87
BMW�M2.
Wheel�arch�cover
The�wheel�arch�cover�has�been�adapted�to�the�new�quarter�panel.
Rear�bumper
The�rear�bumper�panel�comprises�of�2�parts,�the�M-specific�bumper�cover�at�the�top�and�the�diffuser
at�the�bottom.�The�diffuser�visually�accommodates�the�exhaust�system�and�is�aerodynamically
optimized.�The�M-specific�bumper�cover�is�supported�at�the�quarter�panels�on�the�left�and�right�by
F87-specific�mounts.�The�PDC�sensors�are�painted�in�the�vehicle�color.�The�impact�absorber�under
the�bumper�cover�is�adapted�to�the�new�geometry�of�the�bumper�cover�of�the�F87�BMW�M2.
Rear�spoiler/Gurney�flap
A�Gurney�is�an�aerodynamic�component�and�functions�as�a�tear-off�edge.�The�Gurney�was�so-called
after�a�former�Formula�1�driver.�The�Gurney�reduces�drag�at�the�rear�axle�and�contributes�to�the
optimization�of�the�driving�dynamics.
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3.2.4.�Vehicle�underbody/cooling�air�routing�and�thermal�protection
Underbody
The�underbody�is�fully�panelled�as�part�of�the�aerodynamic�concept�of�the�F87�BMW�M2�in�order�to
reduce�and�uniformly�distribute�the�lift�at�the�front�and�rear�axles.�This�highlights�and�optimizes�the
driving�dynamics�concept,�particularly�at�higher�speeds.�The�underbody�panelling�was�adapted�in
terms�of�the�cooling�and�flow�around�and�through�the�drive�components�and�chassis�and�suspension
components,�without�compromising�the�aerodynamic�concept.
Underbody�panelling�and�thermal�protection
The�following�underbody�panels�and�heat�insulation�elements�were�newly�adapted�for�the
F87�BMW�M2:
• The�front�engine�compartment�shielding�is�new�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
• The�left�and�right�underbody�panelling�has�been�adopted�from�the�F80�BMW�M3.
• The�left�and�right�underbody�panelling�extension�at�the�rear�has�been�newly�adapted�for�the
F87�BMW�M2.
• The�underbody�panelling�at�the�rear�right�and�left�has�been�newly�adapted�for�the�F87�BMW
M2.
• The�heat�insulation�for�the�fuel�filler�pipe�has�been�newly�adapted�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
• The�heat�insulation�for�the�luggage�compartment�floor�is�new�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
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• The�heat�insulation�for�the�rear�silencer�is�new�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
• The�heat�insulation�at�the�rear�of�the�rear�silencer�is�new�for�the�F87�BMW�M2.
Cooling�air�routing
The�following�cooling�air�routing�was�newly�adapted�for�the�F87�BMW�M2:
• Cooling�air�routing�for�the�radiator�is�new.
• Cooling�air�routing�for�the�external�radiator�is�new.
• Cooling�air�routing�for�the�engine�oil�cooler�is�new.
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3.3.�Interior
Various�insulation�materials�were�omitted�in�the�area�of�the�interior�in�order�to�reduce�weight.
As�a�result�of�this�omission�of�insulating�material,�it�was�possible�to�achieve�a�weight�saving�of�approx.
11�kg�/�24�lbs�compared�with�the�F22.
3.3.1.�Driving�area�and�steering�wheel
M�driving�area
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F87,�driving�area
On�the�F87�BMW�M2,�carbon�fiber�interior�trim�is�installed�as�standard�on�the�following�interior
components:
• Dashboard
• Center�console
• Door�handles
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M�leather�steering�wheel
The�M�leather�steering�wheel�with�multifunction�elements�has�a�magnesium�frame.�It�is�based�on�the
steering�wheel�introduced�with�the�F80�BMW�M3.�Above�the�thumb�rests�are�the�M�gearshift�paddles
with�M�shift�logic�in�combination�with�M�double-clutch�transmission,�left�downshift,�right�upshift.
In�comparison�to�the�F22,�the�radial�diameter�of�the�steering�wheel�was�reduced�by�8mm�and�the
outer�diameter�by�2mm.�The�steering�wheel�rim�is�reinforced�to�31.6mm�in�comparison�to�the
standard�version�and�optimized�in�terms�of�ergonomics,�from�a�round�to�an�oval�cross-section�which
improves�the�grip.
The�colored�M�stitching�is�another�difference�to�the�F2x.�The�M�leather�steering�wheel�in�the�doublespoke�design�with�a�stainless�steel�center�trim�and�with�M�inscription�is�black�leather.�Steering�wheel
heating�is�an�option�and�included�in�the�optional�Executive�Package�ZEC.
The�switch�block�has�been�taken�from�the�F2x�vehicles�in�the�F87�BMW�M2.
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