New BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition: A 480 HP Tribute to the Legendary 2002 Turbo

BMW revives the spirit of the 1970s with a special edition of the M2 that pays homage to the iconic 2002 Turbo Europe’s first turbocharged production car.

The BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition is a direct journey back to the brand’s golden era. Based on the current M2, this special model honors the legendary BMW 2002 Turbo from 1974, a car that forever changed the landscape of European performance motoring. With its meticulously reinterpreted retro styling and uncompromising mechanical prowess, BMW proves that heritage and innovation can coexist in perfect harmony.

Retro Soul, Modern Precision

The new M2 Turbo Design Edition comes finished in Alpine White, featuring hand-painted BMW Motorsport tricolor stripes that pay tribute to the design of the original 2002 Turbo. These iconic lines wrap around the bonnet, flow across the carbon-fiber roof, and frame the boot lid, giving the car an unmistakable identity. A bold black “Turbo” graphic adorns the bonnet dome, while a subtle carbon-fiber rear spoiler enhances the sporty aesthetic. Standard black double-spoke M wheels complete the look, though purists can opt for the exclusive M Performance Matte Gold Bronze alloys.

Inside, the M2 Turbo Design Edition continues the homage with a carefully curated cabin. The Vernasca leather M sport seats feature distinctive M tricolor stitching, while the interior trim and door sills display the “M2 Turbo” inscription. For those seeking a more hardcore setup, the optional M Carbon bucket seats bring both a weight advantage and the same heritage-inspired detailing.

Turbocharged Power and Pure Driving Feel

Staying true to the spirit of the original 2002, the new M2 Turbo Design Edition is offered exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox, giving enthusiasts that pure, mechanical connection BMW is renowned for. Under the bonnet lies a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six engine that delivers 480 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque. Those figures allow the car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds, with a top speed of 285 km/h when equipped with the optional M Driver’s Package.

A Collectible Gem in the Making

Of course, heritage comes at a price. In the United States, the BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition starts at $84,075 (€72,445), including destination charges nearly $15,000 more than the base 2025 M2. Pricing and production numbers for Europe have yet to be confirmed, but BMW has already announced that it will be “extremely limited” in availability, making it an instant collector’s item.

With this special edition, BMW reminds the world that its history is not just preserved it’s celebrated with power, precision, and emotion. The M2 Turbo Design Edition isn’t merely a car; it’s a rolling tribute to German engineering that helped shape the modern performance car as we know it.