Auto • Jul 03, 2025

BMW M2 CS shatters Nurburgring record with blazing speed

BMW's M2 CS just set a new compact car lap record at the legendary Nurburgring Nordschleife, clocking 7:25.5 minutes—eight seconds faster than the previous best.
Driven by BMW M engineer Jorg Weidinger, it also beat the old M2's time by 13 seconds.

TL;DR

M2 CS' 523hp engine and US-bound production numbers

The M2 CS is powered by a 523hp, 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine and hits 0-97km/h in just 3.7 seconds, topping out at 303km/h.
Its standout performance has led to more units being made for the US, with prices starting at $99,775.

M2 CS vs rivals, Nurburgring lap times

This run puts the M2 CS ahead of rivals like the Audi RS3 and makes it one of only a few BMWs to break the 7:30 barrier at Nurburgring—cementing its spot as a top performer in its class.