Review: 2023 BMW M2 (Manual)

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The 2023 BMW M2 is really in a class of one these days with its unique offering of a luxury-branded 2-door vehicle with a manual transmission, a usable backseat and rear wheel drive, not to mention the sweet 453 hp twin-turbo inline 6 engine. If you can live with the styling, the driving experience is fantastic and it's definitely a car that will forever be appreciated, especially if BMW's claim of it being their last manual M car holds true. What do you think of the 2023 M2? Huge thanks to Justin Crocker (@jcmlifeg87 on Instagram) for providing his M2 for me to review!
Time stamps:
0:00 Exterior
2:17 Interior
7:02 Initial impressions
8:00 First acceleration
9:52 Handling and other impressions
17:56 Fuel economy
18:14 Pricing and competitor comparisons
22:46 Final thoughts
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@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

Matt, I'm sorry I forgot to mention i have some of the instrument display options disabled, including the boost gauge, because I have that set up for the center screen. Wanted to minimize scrolling in instrument cluster. Point is you can put up a boost gauge and other things if you want.

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Oh cool, thanks for the clarification! Glad they're options!

@im_an_alvani Жыл бұрын

I personally love the look of this car, polarizing in all the right ways (to me). A future classic for sure!

@RelaxAndSmokeMeth Жыл бұрын

they're way better in person

@timothybracken1728 Жыл бұрын

Good on you for responding to your subscribers or viewers. In the past, it felt a bit disconnected. This channel has so much potential

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks Timothy! I try to work in viewer’s cars when I can, it’s just tough to find the time usually.

@TeijoKhanfan Жыл бұрын

Always love your reviews Matt!

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian!

@sixteenseven123 Жыл бұрын

Saw one of these one the road the other day and I must say the rear end looks super aggressive in person, the camera doesn’t do justice as to just how wide and staunch it really is👌

@harisqureshi7469 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review! 🙏🏽 The new M2 is growing on me.

@frankjackal 4 ай бұрын

Amazing review dude... loved it

@simpleyummy797 Жыл бұрын

The styling on video looks awkward but I saw one in person last week and it looked awesome and very dramatic

@chrispomplun1511 Жыл бұрын

The blue looks good with tan interior

@alexperini9814 Жыл бұрын

My favorite automotive channel on KZfaq!

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’m honored it’s your favorite!

@user-ce3wz7wf7h Жыл бұрын

Great review. I feel one of the better reviews for a DD. Also like how you even mentioned you're not going to spend too much time on the looks because they are subjective. I've watched a lot of videos where they spend 5 minutes talking about how much they hate it and why you should hate it too. Well done!

@pistolpete6321 Жыл бұрын

Great review Matt, love that color!

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete!

@stevensanchez330 Жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Earlier than expected, awesome color 👍

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Haha yeah I’ll do a new member post tomorrow explaining!

@arymonem Жыл бұрын

Amazing car! Just love it.

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

First when my car is the star. :P

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks again Justin!

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring my pleasure!

@dnice362 Жыл бұрын

Did you consider a CT4 blackwing

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

@@dnice362 no I did not.

@jeremyrousselet6392 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful car, congrats!!!

@doriangray2347 Жыл бұрын

This is the best review of the new M2.

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dorian!

@blown9646 Жыл бұрын

Great comparison mentioned with the C8..man, that would be a tough choice. Depends what other DD you have and what's needed I guess

@razorraysolarsavings70 Жыл бұрын

I like the car, the interior has grown on me via video lol, I haven’t seen one in person and I like the interior. I love bmw’s seats and interiors. I’d get one if I was in the market for a fun car.

@MRFUCKOFF202 Жыл бұрын

Glad someone isn't just showering it with hate on the looks, it's clearly one of the better attempts by bmw in the last 5 years. The engine noise sounds a lot less fake than older models too.

@ViktorLucca Жыл бұрын

I want this car so bad!

@MrDaveaccord Жыл бұрын

What a machine and an awesome color. Save the manuals!

@Ezero8 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see Matt finally review a new BMW model. I can't believe you didn't mention the Audi RS3 as one of its main competitors. Throttle House did a great comparison review and I have to agree with them that this time the new RS3 has surpassed the M2 in styling and performance.

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

I try to only compare cars of a similar type. Comparing an AWD, auto 4 door to a RWD, manual 2 door is an apples to oranges comparison to me. Totally different driving experiences. Both fun in their own ways.

@KutlucanChloe Жыл бұрын

Matt you're the GOAT

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@AntLive29 Жыл бұрын

Nice review. While I was watching Buick Roadmaster called. They want they pinstripes back.

@alexnajera2488 Жыл бұрын

I think it’s cool and unique. I’m sure it’s fun

@Broke-Media Жыл бұрын

New M2 is beautiful

@SIIKAP1 Жыл бұрын

At first I was meh about it. But I actually like it and how it reminds me of the E30 3 series. The right angles in the bumper could be slightly adjusted to be a little more interesting. But overall it’s awesome

@Vayetsii Жыл бұрын

That motor in a Supra would be hilarious fun

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

I hope Toyota agrees and BMW lets them haha 🤞🤞

@InksJC Жыл бұрын

I’ll bet good money it’s going to happen towards the end of the Supra run. Hope they don’t make the decision of not offering a manual.

@jamesonmiller5799 Жыл бұрын

There is a boost gauge available in the options.

@backnu Жыл бұрын

I love the new display and customization. People will complain about everything.

@86anhhuy Жыл бұрын

Always love your reviews

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ZONE3965 Жыл бұрын

It's got that signature Hyundai N color going on

@InvestBetter. Жыл бұрын

I love the Zandvoort Blue, but even the graphics package works. The end of a Golden Era of driving. If you have the means, consider getting both the Supra manual and the M2 manual The last manual BMW ever, and the last manual Supra ever.

@abot55081 Жыл бұрын

1st. You da man Matt!

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Gerry926 11 ай бұрын

I don't mind the styling of the big screen, but the glare seems a bit intense. I'm used to a shroud over my cluster. This car looks so good in person, that i don't mind the squares. I think it helps the car really stand out from other BMWs. It's instantly recognizable.

@Nivaku988 7 ай бұрын

What RIMs are those? Do they offer them in gold similar to the BMW M2 CS RIMs?

@chriswillman5829 Жыл бұрын

Really like the blue and glad to see it doesn’t have the giant grille of the other BMWs…..

@Aaron-cc7yq Жыл бұрын

This is a major improvement in cosmetic styling compared to the rest of the BMW line-up nowadays, especially the front. But the back looks so weird still, its like 2 different people designed the sides and the rear and they couldnt come to an agreement so they just decided to stop one idea and start the next haha.

@cyberspd Жыл бұрын

The styling is a bit polarizing, but it has kind of a unique look that sets itself apart from a lot of the copy and paste designs out there. I think it will age well and people will come to like it. I'm not quite there yet though 🙂

@chrisx5127 Жыл бұрын

I love it! But then again, I love most BMW design.

@bandosz3218 8 ай бұрын

I have to say I like the styling. The previous M2 looks a bit better for different reasons, but this still looks great.

@swingkat 2 ай бұрын

Want to see Matt take this on the track for the review! Maybe next time :)

@TommyPickIes Жыл бұрын

This car will age really well.

@seinsmeld13 6 ай бұрын

I bought this as my first BMW to replace my 2019 RS3. The RS3 is no longer available here in Canada.

@panamera53 Жыл бұрын

I like the last generation M2, but my favorite is the Coupe 1M

@rembo183 Жыл бұрын

After dealer markups it came to over 80k in my hometown. That involved a $10k markup!

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

Damn that sucks. My dealer didn't play games like that. As an owner, now with over 4K miles, I can definitively say that it isn't worth more than MSRP. That's not a knock, just the truth. People should wait out dealers and the market. Don't pay over MSRP.

@rembo183 Жыл бұрын

@@JustinHEMI05 - i agree! That’s why I got a base 230i coupe for $40k. It’s Alpine White with the cognac interior. Nice looking car drives great and gets terrific gas mileage.

@rembo183 11 ай бұрын

⁠@@JustinHEMI05- Yep! I was ready to buy one but only at MSRP of $65. Than dealer jacked it up to $80k after taxes and fees. I settled on the. 230i coupe instead. I’m very happy with the 230i great daily driver.

@nicksedlak5416 Жыл бұрын

Was this in Pittsburgh? I'm pretty sure I have seen that bmw😂

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

This was filmed in Pittsburgh but the owner doesn't live in the area anymore, he was just visiting.

@rembo183 Жыл бұрын

The basic 230i coupe looks better in some respects. Especially in the front and back ends. Beautiful in Alpine White.

@anthonykiedis1765 Жыл бұрын

This car is badass and looks awesome. I think it would look even better if the wheels were gunmetal/gray.

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

I tend to agree with you. I went with glossy black to go with the carbon and other glossy black parts, but I think I'm going to eventually move to a gunmetal set.

@anthonykiedis1765 Жыл бұрын

@@JustinHEMI05 either way, your car looks great. My C8 is a similar color (rapid blue) and I went with gunmetal wheels to break up the blue/black theme. I get compliments on the wheels all the time.

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

@@anthonykiedis1765 do you have an instagram or something where I can check out the photos?

@pacoflyer Жыл бұрын

So far my best mpg is 23.5 on my m3 X-Drive.

@user-je2gs5ep7n Жыл бұрын

I'll take a CT4 Blackwing over this any day

@383_Manual Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they weigh about the same now too…

@rembo183 Жыл бұрын

Have you seen and driven the 2022/23 230i coupe? I have one in the base trim, without added MSport options. Great looking and thrilling to drive, even without the additional power and handling of the M2. Check it out and see. Most nimble BMW. Most affordable. Starts at $37k. It’s a true bargain from BMW. YOU NEED TO,DRIVE IT.

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

I haven’t driven one, but I’d definitely like to try one.

@rembo183 Жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring It’s better than the M2 for daily driver plus it’s veryaffordable at MSRP without the M options

@thegarbear05 Жыл бұрын

Coming from a legacy gt I'm going to a m240i

@rembo183 10 ай бұрын

They’re selling now at MSRP! So good bargain in my opinion. About $65-$70k

@Vaticous Жыл бұрын

Canceled my allocation for this car earlier this year, same color too. I’ll reconsider with the Comp/CS model.

@peedeegt Жыл бұрын

The gear knob looks like it came from a 1980’s Ford Escort 😂

@klasseact6663 Жыл бұрын

"I'm not going to talk too much about the styling"...then several comments about not getting into too much, LOL! It's ok to not like something without bashing it, we've got Savagegeese for that😇 Ok one more thing, having this M2 and a C8 in the same video should come with a warning about offensive images🤮

@trevorbailey1448 Жыл бұрын

I like the rear trunk lip spoiler 🤔 what brand is it?

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

RW Carbon. Do not recommend because they're just a Chinese drop shipper with terrible CS. That said, the lip has been fine. My problem was with the mirror caps. Lesson learned, OEM only from now on even if they cost a lot more.

@qdood Жыл бұрын

Looks like the nameplate should say "Mattel"

@corysekine-pettite1783 Жыл бұрын

I like them, but yeah, the previous M2 looks a lot better.

@bmw_for_life8902 3 ай бұрын

M2 or rs3

@DJL78 Жыл бұрын

Why did the owner opt for after-market wheels? I hope he kept the correct originals. In a decades time this is going to be a highly prized and collectible vehicle. I find that most of the naysayers who deride the looks of this car are nothing more than keyboard warriors with big opinions and tiny bank accounts. Most can’t afford to actually buy one and still live with their parents.

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

Because I don't like the OEM wheels and they're cast.

@pacoflyer Жыл бұрын

@@JustinHEMI05 Yep, people acting like OEM is great..its not. Especially when they are cast wheels. Even OEM Forged isn't "great" forged either still heavy.

@vadim7131 Жыл бұрын

Great car but Elantra N is cheaper....

@hartsickdisciple Жыл бұрын

I think the F22 2-series was way better-looking. They really and fuglied it up. The lack of physical HVAC controls is a big non-starter for me.

@dnice362 Жыл бұрын

CT4

@gtb5 Жыл бұрын

What's worse? These two squares or the Z's center rectangle?

@odinikita4821 Жыл бұрын

Initially I didn't like the z but now after about 6 months I had another look at it and I think it's a beautiful handsome car

@M_Sk-jf4sx Жыл бұрын

@@odinikita4821I agree, I feel like it looks even better in person as well.

@po.russki Жыл бұрын

I'm surprised because everyone has said that the Supra manual is massively better than in this car.

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Interesting. The Supra's manual wasn't as comfortable being rushed. I was grinding 2nd way easier in that car.

@po.russki Жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring interesting to know!

@Angryeddie14 Жыл бұрын

Let’s gooo, a bmw that doesn’t look like angry birds pig 🤩

@Veyronp87 Жыл бұрын

this car has gotten so much hate, its refreshing to see someone be positive about it. its a really impressive vehicle

@andreisames3021 Жыл бұрын

yeah should get the hate it deserves since it looks like it its in the clay staging , being positive or honest are two different things by the way

@dsher503 Жыл бұрын

To me it’s just the weight and the design that are clear negatives. Other than that, it sounds like it’s kick ass to drive and is like a better sized M4 without the beaver teeth.

@razorraysolarsavings70 Жыл бұрын

It would be nicer lighter.

@gkrieger6824 Жыл бұрын

Love the classic Bimmer concept of the small proportions and RWD. Some more development in limiting the curb weight would have made this even better. It’s just too bad the stying isn’t the best and that awful black racing stripe isn’t helping.

@brockfoster6529 Жыл бұрын

"assuming you can get this at MSRP" lol gtfo. Despite used similar class used cars dropping in value like a rock over the past two months I just went into a BMW dealer and they want $5k deposit for a March '24 delivery and $10k dealer mark-up with $2k BS add-ons. Who are these jokers paying this? its not a GT4 lol. It's just a mass-produced sporty 2 door coupe at "a great value" for the performance. But it seems value doesn't matter if your out the door price is $90k for his car - at least in So California.

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

MSRP for the one in the vid.

@BdaB164 Жыл бұрын

I can't tell if this design is going to age like wine or milk. Or like milk mixed with wine.

@billseiler4952 Жыл бұрын

Save up for a new radiator……nothing to protect it

@bosco8276 Жыл бұрын

HAHA that looks like Pittsburgh.

@OOHkev Жыл бұрын

mixed feelings about the front bumper still...

@johnnyappleseed9568 Жыл бұрын

A/c vent grills

@SL0Z07 Жыл бұрын

A bmw review?? I dig it except the looks of the m2 lol. I do prefer it in black or red over this color. Hopefully the comp will be better

@po.russki Жыл бұрын

In real life this blue does actually look good!

@jamesonmiller5799 Жыл бұрын

Can’t believe they put that BMW CCA badge on the trunk lid, hopefully they at least applied for the $500 rebate 🤦‍♂️

@JustinHEMI05 Жыл бұрын

I did.

@bobbybawbager Жыл бұрын

That's fuggly!!

@chrisginoc Жыл бұрын

Automatic is the way to go. Faster. This is coming from a manual driver and I would never get the manual in this Bimmer. Better question. F87 Competition or this G87?

@wackit6756 Жыл бұрын

I don’t get these 'Baby Blue' cars…(BMW, Hyundai N). The color doesn’t compliment the car and always reminds me of a baby's nursery. UGH!

@hpickettz34 Жыл бұрын

Porsche, lamborghini and Mercedes also have their versions of this baby blue color.

@hpickettz34 Жыл бұрын

I like the new m2 look more muscular and with a purpose, the old m2 was too girly and cheap looking.

@yg78t76t7 Жыл бұрын

Are you stupid? The new M2 looks like something a kid that plays Roblox would of thought of. The old M2 had a timeless look to it. Also M2s are small, they’re all going to look “girly”.

@albertwesker2283 Жыл бұрын

There’s absolutely no excuse for none ventilated seats in a car like this

@DoctorGaga87 Жыл бұрын

This is an enthusiast car. You nerds always complain about irrelevant crap. Boohoo no ventilated seats. You buy this car to enjoy driving, not to have your back and butt cold.

@MRFUCKOFF202 Жыл бұрын

@@DoctorGaga87 Do you strip the interior after purchasing one?

@DoctorGaga87 Жыл бұрын

@@MRFUCKOFF202 what a silly question. Why would I rip the interior out of a brand new car? I’m keeping it stock the way BMW engineered it. I know what you’re trying to do but it’s completely idiotic

@MRFUCKOFF202 Жыл бұрын

@@DoctorGaga87 Because its a drivers car bro, you don't need heated seats or anything else in there

@DoctorGaga87 Жыл бұрын

@@MRFUCKOFF202 you clearly lack reading comprehension. I’m saying you shouldn’t be complaining about the creature comforts it’s lacking. Why would I be upset if it’s INCLUDED. That’s a bonus on top of it being an enthusiast car

@supremeetnel7707 Жыл бұрын

You think this is good…, wait till you drive the M3 comp xdrive.

@jazzbeau507 Жыл бұрын

No interior review with Beth? ...... and at 7:00....it starts right up.....actually Matt it growls to life!! ......How do your fans like your haircut? You must be influential not get speeding ticket.........

@Vayetsii Жыл бұрын

Not a press car

@MattMaranMotoring Жыл бұрын

Not really a viable option whenever it’s not a press vehicle. More hoops to jump through. And we’re only doing the deep-dive interior reviews on family vehicles now, that seems to be the only kind of shopper that is interested in those types of videos.

@jazzbeau507 Жыл бұрын

@@Vayetsii Yes I know, however still like the couple review of the interior.

@jazzbeau507 Жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring I could be off base, however I think everyone likes seeing you and Beth.

@AntLive29 Жыл бұрын

@@jazzbeau507yep more Beth is good

@charlestortorici5086 9 ай бұрын

uuuuuuuugly

@richardhoulton4016 Жыл бұрын

I don’t like the new design.

@R.P.E Жыл бұрын

It looks kinda-sorta cheap. Very Scion-ish cues mixed a BRZ flare. Hard pass. It just looks immature, but has the power. But I get it, everyone has their styling preferences.

@yg78t76t7 Жыл бұрын

Which is why if people want S58 they should just pony up and spend the extra 10-15g and get a proper M3 of M4

@andrewstevenson6540 Жыл бұрын

With all the advances in CAD we should be getting lighter,sharper and more efficient cars. Half the junk fitted is only to hike up the price.

@roxys744 Ай бұрын

Looks like a wanna be Lexus RC F to me from the side. But, of course nowhere near as reliable and not naturally aspirated. Yeah, pass . But whoever has one, enjoy!

@Powersproductions130 Жыл бұрын

This car looks like it has a cheap body kit on it. 😐

@PresidentJackBauer Жыл бұрын

People always say styling is subjective on the ugly cars

@karlbuckley8346 Жыл бұрын

Nope I don’t care for the new design, the previous gen was a far better looking car.

@johnguilfoyle1061 Жыл бұрын

Not liking the design,the color is horrible,but I'm sure there are people who love it.Yep you love the color there you go

@GT-RTData9 Жыл бұрын

This car is atrocious. At first I gave it a chance (like everything) then as time went on, it just became hard to look at. I drive past one everyday that’s sitting outside of a dealership and it looks blocky and bloated.

@edwint1780 Жыл бұрын

It's a Lego car.

@Krasshirsch Жыл бұрын

It is by far the worst looking car in the BMW lineup. None of the prominent styling cues from the sketches made it into the car. The sketches look sporty and aggressive, what came out looks dull and unfinished. I am so sad ...

@thermionic8530 8 ай бұрын

I like the look of the new M2, everything about it. This is a "man's car"! I would take an M2 over a new Corvette or Camaro SS or Mustang Dark Horse. I love them. So bad ass!