2019 BMW M2 Competition Review - Finally, A REAL ///M Car.

The 2019 BMW M2 Competition might just be one of the best M cars of all time. Watch to find out why. BMW really captured proper "fun" with this car. And that's too rare nowadays...
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[@TheMystro1971]

The new M2C is brilliant. It’s BMW going up on the mountain and finding their M car soul again. The new M2 Competition is really what a “M car” is all about. The M5 is just a high hp touring car that is too heavy and big. Small fast cars that handle like a scalpel and go like stink are what M cars are all about. Even the new 3 series is too big and what a 5 series use to measure. Porsche has actually made the new 992 feel more numb than the 991 which is depressing. The M2C is a light that there is still a purist performance car coming out of Germany.

[@boeingdriver29]

TheMystro1971 couldn’t agree more. 👍

[@adimuftic9930]

Right on money my friend I’m European and got one without second thought

[@richboy900]

Agree there. Would actually have an M2 over an M3

[@Josh-nf4ee]

Cayman GT4 would like a word with you

[@bryanrojas7993]

I totally took my M2 up kings canyon 2019 summer , it’s definitely a beast in the mountains 🏔

[@mvarenin]

10:39 ... my kind of guy ... the one that gets fulfilled and happy when you find that a car you drive has a manual transmission and a handbrake ...

[@vinodramluckan4099]

Im surprised that nobody else likes this comment.

[@goons123flofy]

Manual? That’s old tech. At least it has rev match to freshen it up.

[@mvarenin]

ha ha ha ... U sooo funny ... :-D

[@goons123flofy]

@@mvarenin have you tried the rev match?

[@mvarenin]

quit trolling me ... yes I have and it's annoying because I'm heel&toe-ing with every single downshift

[@brandonpainter7085]

Wow what a phenomenal car review. You've got a natural talent for this. Keep up the great work, this stuff is much better than 95% of the other car reviews out there.

[@randallboone9375]

Fast forward 5 years into the future and he and James are now better than ever! 😅

[@yezenhijazin3716]

It's so crazy how far they've come. you can see especially with Thomas how his stage presence got so much better. Way more smooth and confident now than when he started. But when James joined everything changed.@@randallboone9375

[@hmack]

This was a fantastic review. Awesome quality, felt like i was watching a Top Gear review. Keep up the great work!

[@stephenreyes1664]

What a great and detailed review. Unpretentious, straight-from-the-heart commentary. Great work, mate.

[@TheColnago]

Another awesome review. Love the enthusiasm and heart that these guys have. Well done. Makes me want to buy an M2.

[@BryanClementi]

Thanks for the detailed and thorough review. I have mine ordered and arriving in December. So excited!

[@exiledrabbit]

What production week is your car?

[@jm9371]

I have a 2018 M2 and love it. This car just gives BMW legitimacy to keep challenging the competitors.. this is good. But after the smoke clears, I love my M2!

[@UTubeSL]

Absolutely stunning car. It seems like the sort of car that you get in and it just makes you smile!

[@juancruz-jg5pq]

the M2 CP its heavier than an M3 plus 90 lbs , and /or 150 lbs over standar M2 affecting its agility. The M2 CP Its an extremely heavy vehicle and not for competiton. standar M2 its lighter , with forgued engine and forgued aluminium chasis.

[@GaryDownes]

@@juancruz-jg5pq actually, there's barely any weight difference between the M3 DCT (3631lbs) and the M2C (3655lbs). If you want to compare the Manual M3 (3574lbs) to the M2C (3582lbs) then it's negligible again. If you're going to talk smack, you better get your facts straight first. The M2C is significantly better than the old M2, so get the fuck over it.

[@chandy4ever]

Does regular M2 also have auto rev matching?

[@Sabretooth-Biggavel]

@chandy old m2 has auto rev match, only way to turn it off is turn off all traction control

[@MarkusAJ]

This is a review I've been looking forward to! Good job as always!

[@angelochoa2476]

One of the best driver’s reviews I’ve seen in a long time! Great job!!

[@endoneezer]

it gave you happy tears at the end...... for it to get you that emotional it surely must be special! great review!

[@douglasrea9128]

I have just over 1,500 miles on my M2 Competition. And, I second 98% of everything in this review! (save fort the rev-matching which I like for more casual everyday driving). I considered the dual-clutch tranny, but very happy I went with the 6-speed. I'll be doing DE days next year and can't wait to get track time with this car under my belt. And, yes I've driven both an automatic 2016 and a manual 2018 M2 (road use only). They are GREAT cars! The M2 Competition, however, is simply fantastic. To understand you gotta get seat time in one. It's phenomenal!

[@normansiegenthaler6657]

Good to read. I have been conflicted about what to get, but am now convinced the Competition is worthy, despite the ugly wheels, the muffler protruding out the back and the extra weight. Just things I have to either change or learn to live with. My pristine e46 m3 sadly is on the chopping block, but I am ready to get something new and a GT Porsche is twice the money, so M2C it is.

[@douglasrea9128]

Norman, I felt the same as you, completely. Check out the performance of the 2019 M2C on the Ring. The car is simply amazing, and at 1/2 the cost of a Carrera T with a few needed options. I'm 2X as impressed as the day I bought the car some 2,000 miles ago!! The wheels have grown on me. But the exhaust appearance, not so. REMUS will eventually solve that problem. BTW... IMHO the performance exhaust on the 2018 M2 was deplorable. It kept me from buying a going out-of-production model. Good luck on your purchase.

[@normansiegenthaler6657]

Doug, glad to hear that you like it so much. I'm going to see if I can find one that is already build, rather than ordering one. It appears that demand isn't as great as I first thought it would be. I had a deposit for one early on, but then changed my mind. If it wasn't for the cost, I would still get a GT4 or a 991 T, but it is like you said, very hard to justify spending the extra money, plus the M2C has usable rear seats. I found a buyer for my e46 M3, and I hate to let it go. It's dialed in, low miles and just perfect, but it is, by today's standards, a bit slow. I hate not being able to keep up with the big guns on track anymore and I think the M2C can hang with them, reasonably well.

[@jbxo9974]

How much room is in the back

[@douglasrea9128]

@@jbxo9974 No problem LOTS!

[@TheMBCreative]

Great review. You guys won me over with both of your M2 Comp. Videos 👍

[@KiesMotorsports]

Great review!

[@Colyers]

Finally a car I can get exited about

[@markhumberstone7068]

Thomas, collected my manual Competition last week after owning the previous model for 12 months and I have to say that the new car has taken the game on soo far its incredible, no one will believe how good this car is until they drive it. Feels 40% better in every way to me. Big brakes are a must with this extra power/torque if you want to drive it hard. I am using the car as my daily and excited every time I drive it. Great video.....

[@douglasrea9128]

Of course, I second that. I have 2500 miles on the ODO. I'm not going to do snow tires but tempted.

[@juancruz-jg5pq]

yo made a big mistake because the M2 CP its heavier than an M3 plus 90 lbs , and /or 150 lbs over standar M2 affecting its agility. The M2 CP Its an extremely heavy vehicle and not for competiton. standar M2 its lighter , with forgued engine and forgued aluminium chasis.

[@sonnyasu]

juan cruz they already told you that you need to DRIVE it yourself to tell the greatness of the car!

[@juancruz-jg5pq]

@@sonnyasu no!!! I would ratter get the standar M2 wich is 150 lighter than the m2 Cp. The less i whant n a competition / circuit vehicle its weight!!! The m2 cp its not an authentic competitiom vehicle, all because of all thst added weight.

[@tma78]

Nah I'd get the new one for the modifying potential

[@godsmack1716]

Super likeable great car review! Also awesome to see BMW being less soft with their cars, I have a 2014 335i and I honestly liked my 2009 better because it was more raw and connected glad we are getting back to that!....But again man just subscribed you and straight pipes are awesome!!

[@alz2203]

Hey Thomas, love your channel. You and James do it right. I bought a Sunset Orange M2 Comp about a month ago. Your video pushed me to pull the trigger. Been driving inline 6’s for the past 25 years - all 3’s including an E46 M3 (regret trading it in). What a ride. I also own 992 C4S and it’s surgical. But this M2 Comp is such a blast especially with everything off. Cheers to you, James, and your crew. Keep making great content. You’ll always have a fan here.

[@bumpinjeep]

Had my 2020 for over a year now. Roughly 8500 miles. Love every second of it.

[@4gosselin]

Is this your daily driver or weekend car?

[@andrewjukes4721]

Great video, I am lucky enough to have an M2 competition and it really is an awesome car 👍

[@Casey_Schmidt]

The front looks like the modern 2002 concept that BMW came out with a few years ago. Looks great.

[@rembo183]

Casey Schmidt - have you looked at the rear end though. Very Low hanging muffler looks terrible! Maybe you can paint it black though.

[@4gosselin]

@@rembo183 I agree, wish they would have addressed that with a bigger diffuser or something. It's not a deal breaker, but just a slight lack of refinement. Although, it could just be thought of as pure function. But a missed opportunity to get that back just right.

[@BIMMERHEAD]

This is what the BMW M2 should have been from the beginning! i love it😍

[@marcomillo49]

The best M interview I ever seen love M2👍

[@dementeddrewSA]

Thinking about it .. got the OTP today, just need to sign and send back. !!! I was on the fence but your video has got me pretty pumped!

[@marcovanni1851]

Good review! It seems lot's of fun to drive and the color is cool!

[@Alex-or7hu]

Just got my new m2 competition this review is spot on. I’ve driven many m cars this is on another level. Regarding the throttle the new bmw motors use valvetronic so the throttle body is always open but the valves are what controls throttle from the pedal super responsive.

[@jeffreycook2334]

Thank you Thomas--I'd been on the fence for a while and this gave me that extra push in the right direction! I ordered my 2021 M2 Competition today from BMW of San Luis Obispo in California (I live in Pennsylvania). They are probably one of the last dealers in the US getting any of these--they said mine may be one of the last off the production line in Germany! (Not sure if that's true, but certainly makes me feel good to believe!) Getting the manual transmission in Long Beach Blue baby!! Keep up the good work--you guys are the best!!

[@kenlipper874]

Nice video. Love the enthusiasm!

[@jackflash6657]

Have owned E46 and E92M, and currently own F80 M3 and M2c. This review is spot on. The ride is not harsh, but it is firm. Test drive if you think that might bother you. Agree steering feel could be better but it is linear and precise. S55 sounds better in M2c than F80 M3. Slicktop for the win! If you love the E46 (and who doesn't), you will love M2c!

[@Thryce23]

This greatly influenced my decision to buy one in July. Really glad I did!

[@stephengriffin4990]

love yr reviews so great

[@bp51082]

Love my 2015 M235i, but can't wait to upgrade to this

[@rylandbrown8874]

I just did that 2015 m235i to a 2019 m2c. Best decision ever

[@bizzle6874]

I finally got my 21 M2C two weeks ago!! It's still in the break in period so I don't know what it can fully do yet. Been lucky enough to own a few M cars over the years. I can already tell this one is going to be epic. This was one of the reviews that made me buy it. Thanks

[@nfavor]

Fellow M2C owner. First thing you need to do is put it in MDM. Car is so much faster in MDM!

[@Phil1994a]

Man I’d just be happy with an M2 in my life, I want one by next year

[@PhonesOnaDailyBasis]

Great review. Thank you.

[@shevantadaniel]

Bought my BMW M2 COMP and im ecstatic!! Great review!!!

[@retrac3147]

Still have it?

[@rare6499]

My dream everyday car what a beauty

[@ivanjovanovic362]

Man I'm in love with this car, I need some money.

[@_zz__Z]

Great vid, I'm on the fense lol. Subbed and Liked.

[@hockeymann88]

It really does seem like a fun car to drive. Great looks also.

[@SwagPKVids]

So happy to hear you mention that M cars shouldn't be equipped with sunroofs. Between less headroom (huge deal if you're tall and wearing a helmet for a HPDE), the immense weight at the the highest point (30-40lbs depending upon the vehicle), extra cost, and it just being an unneeded complexity being sans sunroof isn't a hard choice for me. On my econobox daily (Lexus CT200H) I've driven around town with the sunroof opened to try to force myself to like it. No dice. I just don't care about a pittance of airflow near my noggin. If I want road noise I can just roll down the passenger window.

[@foreverautoenthusiast6585]

Great Video Brother!

[@edwardbrannan8312]

Bit late to the party, but my wife and I have just ordered one 💪😁

[@A.ChristopherJohnson]

best review ever

[@A.ChristopherJohnson]

Dream Car. Job well done Sir

[@oliverholmes7490]

So you made me just order one!

[@veaseyrb]

I'm ordering one tomorrow!

[@crimsonpirate1710]

That sounds like the old 997 GT3.....and thats a big compliment! Well done BMW.....nailed it.

[@Thryce23]

I bought one after watching this review like 20x this summer lol

[@26Tackle.reviews]

Yes Bmw! got my new m2 manual coming in may! should be fun after the audi rs3 saloon

[@janariuslamonte4270]

Awesome car

[@the_batmobile0.4]

To me it's the most beautiful M I have ever seen .I saw a black one the other day boy that thing demands heads to be turn6

[@thomasbuetow8786]

I've owned two BMWs: a 2010 2 Series and my current 2012 3 Series. Both coupes with manuals. Getting ready to order a brand new 2020 2 Series. Had considered trying other makes. But why risk disappointment? I'm sticking with the Ultimate Driving Machine.

[@1HappyBob]

Are emissions not higher in the M2C v the M2? 206 vs 185? Thanks for the video 👍

[@whyimustusemyrealname3801]

what a beauty

[@goons123flofy]

Compared to the m235 of a few years ago, they have improved the steering.

[@alsulaiti]

Did they fix the limb mode (From sport+ to comfort) we get when the fuel is low? Or limb when we try to reduce tire air pressure when roll racing/drag?

[@blablablubblub2862]

nice car

[@rdp8148]

any plans on reviewing the m850i or 8 series? Thanks! Also how does this car compare to a mustang?

[@seinsmeld13]

I recently bought a 2023 M2 which will be arriving sometime this month. I can't wait for her to arrive, Great review Thomas. Where was James?🥶

[@ericstefko4852]

Being a Canadian and dealing with our weather and roads what would you buy as a daily the RS3 or M2 competition?

[@clickhitz]

Impressive

[@touringusa8760]

Glad to see you've dismissed the build-in limitations of automatic shifters and moved into the practical world of refined vehicle control.

[@DimaGT]

Great review man. I feel same way about cars as you do. Thumbs up.

[@Californification]

Great Video. Might take a look at it as my next car. Current ride is a 16 M3. By the way, the inside sound is that horrible Active Sound. First mod would be to take that out ;-)

[@davidkindness1335]

And where's James!

[@LegendInThaMakin]

Would rather a m4 with the comp pack and a manual but this car is cool too

[@barfmeister8509]

It almost sounded like a csl? ! 👌🏻

[@brandodurham]

Almost got one of these the other day. Maybe next year

[@SpoolinVR]

I have a M2C on order in Long Beach Blue, manual, no moonroof of course

[@Jb001jb]

I own a 2018 M2 lci, and i honestly don’t know if i would have to replace it, when let’s say if it were stolen or totalled, i would replace it with the M2 comp. Somehow i can’t forget my beloved E46 M3... i would love to get my hands on a mint E46 M3, manual gearbox again. 💪🏻👌🏻💕

[@Shootingstar1203]

Why getting M2C when you already own a standard M2? Yes, M2C is slightly faster and better but practically the same car... yes, I also own a M2... love it

[@roningaijin7701]

Electronic steering is the way it is now and while it's very precise it's still a shame that they don't offer hydraulic steering. You were always able to get great feedback from the older M cars. That's why I still love the E46 M and why I believe the 1M is the greatest M car in terms of linear power and pure driving experience.

[@BWM135]

Agree. I'm saddled with a meager 135i with a Cobb tune, but the steering on that generation of BMWs is just telepathic...

[@xlmvp86]

You’re like the Seth rogen of car guys. Nice.

[@MrDjrecon]

I'd take it, its more nimble than the M4

[@CarswithB]

Nice review but I would not want to down shift it to 4th and expect and high revs with no lag

[@Euro.throttle]

I’d love for this car to be named the M competition, because this truly is the best M series ever.

[@alexcabrera2589]

Ordered one myself and am now going through the excruciating wait till delivery.

[@vlone339]

Did u get ur car yet? I’m waiting for mine as well 😴

[@marroongoblin]

Brought home 2020 M2Comp 2 days ago. I was also cross shopping with M4 and Tesla M3P but after Elon lowered the price of model 3 by $2k I'm sure I made the right call. Tesla is great as a daily but nothing beats the excitement of being behind the wheel of this super coupe.

[@Orvillerede100]

How do you cross shop two m cars and a model 3 🤣

[@anthonylennen4067]

I am seriously thinking about trading my C7 convertible (which is a beautiful car and I love it) for one of these. Wish I could afford both.

[@SuperDatabank]

coming here after the 2023 M2. Holy shit, this car is so beautiful!

[@whyimustusemyrealname3801]

thanks bmw you made thomas happy

[@charles125]

What he said at 7:23: that's what causes that slower revving? The turbo? I just bought a manual 228i after driving a Honda Prelude that revs to 7400 (loved it) and noticed this. My prelude would rev extremely fast when I would just touch the throttle. The BMW I need to hold for a moment, probably my biggest gripe

[@ninjatux]

you say that traction control is enabled when in sport plus but that's incorrect, only stability is enabled in that mode. pretty big difference

[@kindalike]

Just curious, if you like it so much why did you buy the 2018? Price, fun factor, etc...

[@TheRealBleach]

Raspy like the E46

[@juancruz-jg5pq]

nope. the M2 CP its heavier than an M3 plus 90 lbs , and /or 150 lbs over standar M2 affecting its agility. The M2 CP Its an extremely heavy vehicle and not for competiton. standar M2 its lighter , with forgued engine and forgued aluminium chasis.

[@Th4tKiLLerNINJA]

Got my m2 last week☺️ shes a beast!!!!

[@93455Driver]

Benjamin Elamparo Very jealous! Did u get the M2C?

[@Th4tKiLLerNINJA]

93455Driver 😅😅😅☺️ it was the last manual transmission they had in the dealership🤣

[@93455Driver]

Benjamin Elamparo Cool!

[@Th4tKiLLerNINJA]

93455Driver update, im at 962 miles! Haha im also looking at track events that are open to the public over here in Northern California

[@93455Driver]

Benjamin Elamparo Laguna Seca time! There is a You Tube channel, Zygrene, he takes an S2000 to track days in North Cali, maybe ask him for tips.

[@origamicrane685]

"The rear end gets a little squirrelly . . . even though we're in Sport Plus and the traction control is on." I test drove a 2020 M2 a couple of days ago and the salesperson said that putting it in Sport Plus partially takes off the traction control.

[@allant.9152]

Best thing I like about new BMW M2 series is big fun without having to do ridiculous speed!

[@jamie3499]

I can tell you now, put your foot down in an M2, and you're doing ridiculous speed!

[@4gosselin]

Yes that is honestly the essence of a fun car. Take the new 2021 Vette which is an amazing value and car, but you have to drive that at higher speeds to feel the same engagement as these smaller cars. I'm looking at the 2021 M2C because I miss that feel and fun I used to get from my Alfa 4C. The AMG 43 I have now just feels numb. :(

[@jamesmksmith]

Is there a Performance exhaust on it?

[@swapnilmajumdar3437]

How's the headroom and legroom in the back?

[@alphazoomii9408]

M2 is sick.....

[@BMWWolf]

This car in manual or the auto Supra as a daily driven “driver’s car”?

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

@ThrottleHouse Thomas & James, I'm looking into new cars for dailying & back road/canyon carving. I have a 16 ATSV Sedan & am seriously considering a few cars. C8 Z51, C8 Z06 base, 3.0 Supra, M2 Competition. Wife has 18 GTI. I LOVE fast driving & occasional track day.

[@michaelnardini4934]

Watching this video, I feel ashamed that I haven’t teared up yet.

[@IGNANT4LIFE]

finally a reviewer driven manual

[@northwestside6644]

Which one is better this M2 competition or corvette c8??

[@wighag8508]

Nice sound! Here in europe the m2 competition sounds like shit cause of the otto particle filter 😥

[@MadelnMachines]

Does the M4 feel much different / bigger?

[@JeepCherokeeful]

Per our host it’s almost as good as an M1! Way to go BMW

[@azfarmci]

".......and some body changes that include a rear diffuser" LOL