F22 M235i vs F87 M2 - real world comparison

4 months ago· 9 posts

Drove both back to back last weekend. My honest comparison: M235i (N55): - Smoother power delivery - More comfortable daily - Cheaper to buy and insure - Still very fast with a tune M2 (N55 but different tune): - Sharper handling - Better brakes - More aggressive looks - Wider track - Stiffer suspension For daily driving, the M235i is the better choice. For weekend fun and track days, the M2. The price difference is about 10-15k EUR for similar age/mileage. I ended up buying the M235i and putting the savings into mods.

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Diesel Dave

4 months ago#1

Black paint is the hardest to maintain but looks the best when properly corrected and coated. Nice work on the paint correction!

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MPower Mike

26 days ago#2

Had both cars. The M2 has a stiffer chassis, wider track, and better brakes. But the M235i with a stage 1 tune matches the M2 in a straight line. Where the M2 really shines is on track - the wider body and better cooling make a big difference in sustained hard driving. For daily use, the M235i is the smarter buy.

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BoostJunkie

25 days ago#3

The M235i also has the advantage of being less conspicuous. Lower insurance, less attention from police, and you can still embarrass much more expensive cars with a simple tune. The M2 tax is real - you pay a premium just for the M badge.

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