BMW’s upcoming street-legal track package for the G87-generation M2 Coupe has been spotted undergoing testing at the Nürburgring, just days after being teased on social media (July 14). This prototype, featuring the same license plate and eye-catching blue paint as in the teaser, reveals several significant performance-oriented upgrades.
Race-Ready Upgrades
The front end showcases a larger splitter designed to improve high-speed stability. It rolls on lightweight forged wheels from the M2 CS, known for reducing unsprung weight by around 30 kg (66 lbs). Red calipers and drilled rotors hint at serious braking power, though it’s unclear whether BMW will use M compound or carbon-ceramic brakes.
Zooming inside, the M2 sports carbon-shelled front seats, while the rear seating appears partially removed or modified. One of the most noticeable upgrades is the addition of Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires — ultra-sticky, track-focused rubber also used by the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and Taycan Turbo GT.
Aero and Exhaust Enhancements
At the rear, a massive fixed wing mounted on aluminum uprights dominates the trunk lid, signaling serious downforce capability. Dual carbon-fiber exhaust tips, possibly from Akrapovič, suggest a performance exhaust system — though full details remain unconfirmed.
BMW is expected to make chassis and suspension tweaks, likely without compromising too much on street comfort. Interestingly, the prototype retains the standard three-point seatbelt, not a full harness setup.
Powertrain Compatibility and Market Strategy
The track package is expected to be compatible with both the six-speed manual and the quicker ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. While the manual transmission (GS6-53BZ) is rated up to 600 Nm by ZF, BMW limits it to 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) — likely due to internal testing conservatism rather than actual mechanical limits.
BMW may offer some of the package’s components individually, though the full setup will undoubtedly command a premium price when it launches.
Outlook
No official release date has been announced, but the extensive testing and teaser campaign suggest a reveal could be imminent. With these upgrades, the 2026 M2 Track Package looks poised to offer an enticing blend of street legality and serious circuit capability, keeping BMW’s motorsport DNA alive in its smallest M car.