Due to anti-pollution measures, the M2 had to abandon the upgraded 6-cylinder in-line that derived from the 235i, to adopt the slightly weakened in-line 6 of the M3 and M4. In absolute terms, however, there has been a gain in power and the new M2 Competition can count on 410 horsepower. There are two choices for transmission: DKG7 automatic or 6-speed manual. Excellent braking and with a very good chassis, the M2 Competition is one of the rare BMWs that are truly sporty today.