Competition (2018 to 2021)

The BMW M2 Competition (F87, 2018–2021) represents the peak of the first-generation M2 range, distinguished by the transition from the N55 engine to the high-performance S55 twin-turbo inline-six sourced from the M3/M4. In the 2026 Australian market, the "Comp" is widely considered the ultimate sweet spot for a buyer pool of driving enthusiasts who value its more aggressive front fascia, improved M Sport seats, and massive brake upgrade over the original model. Desirability remains exceptionally high for Australian-delivered examples with a 6-speed manual transmission, as these are increasingly viewed as the final "pure" compact BMWs before the significant weight increase of the G87 generation. While the market for higher-kilometre DCT examples has stabilized, the buyer pool is now focusing heavily on low-kilometre cars in signature shades like Hockenheim Silver and Sunset Orange. In 2026, the primary factor for maintaining a resale premium in Australia is a documented history of preventative crank hub reinforcement, as well as the presence of the 788M wheels in the black/tinted finish, which remains a key identifier for the Competition's more menacing road presence.

The BMW M2 Competition (F87, 2018–2021) represents the peak of the first-generation M2 range, distinguished by the transition from the N55 engine to the high-performance S55 twin-turbo inline-six sourced from the M3/M4. In the 2026 Australian market, the "Comp" is widely considered the ultimate sweet spot for a buyer pool of driving enthusiasts who value its more aggressive front fascia, improved M Sport seats, and massive brake upgrade over the original model. Desirability remains exceptionally… Read more