BMW Unveils Japan-Only "M2 Racing" Track Car for Customer Motorsport

Summary

• Track-only M2 Racing debuts in Japan for ¥21M JPY ($142,809 USD), developed by BMW M GmbH
• 308 hp 2L turbo engine, race-tuned transmission, and FIA-compliant safety gear included
• Features motorsport suspension, brakes, roll cage, and data-logger-ready cockpit

BMW has announced the launch of the M2 Racing, a track-only customer racing model now available for order in Japan through select BMW M Motorsport dealers in Tokyo and Osaka. Priced at ¥21,000,000 JPY ($142,809 USD), the M2 Racing is designed for aspiring racers looking for an accessible, high-performance entry into circuit competition.

Based on the second-generation BMW M2, the M2 Racing ditches street legality for pure motorsport focus, featuring a 2L turbocharged inline-four engine delivering 308 hp and 309 lb-ft of torque, mated to a motorsport-tuned 8-speed automatic transmission. BMW equips the car with a mechanical limited-slip differential and custom driveshaft, ensuring sharp, balanced handling on the track.

The car includes a FIA-compliant roll cage, Sabelt racing seat, fire suppression system and a lightweight CFRP roof. Other racing upgrades include KW motorsport suspension, Goodyear slicks, quick-release body panels, air jacks and data logger compatibility. Despite its aggressive focus, the M2 Racing retains features like air conditioning and a motorsport-adapted instrument panel for driver comfort. With just the right mix of performance and control, this limited-production machine is BMW’s answer to the needs of Japan’s privateer racing scene.