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| Engine | 3.0L 6-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 20 / 26 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,700 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 394 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Base Price | $43,852–$53,050 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 BMW M2 is a coupe that earns a Carivo score of 7.5/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.0/10, while Reliability at 6.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.2/10 for reliability, this coupe trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 7.8/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.0/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining coupes to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.0/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $43,852–$53,050, 15 MPG, seating 4, the BMW M2 sits in the mid-market bracket of the coupe segment. The value score of 6.7/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2016 BMW M2 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value and reliability if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good coupe should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 BMW M2 ranks #60 of 110 coupes in the Carivo database — better than 46% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $43,852 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $47,314 by about 7%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Coupe ranking →
Across the M2 model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.9/10 | $59,431 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $59,431 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $57,700 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $55,969 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $54,238 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.7/10 | $52,507 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $50,776 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $49,045 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $47,314 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $45,583 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $43,852 |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Structure / Frame and members 09/09/2016 · 16V653000 | BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2016 BMW M2's reliability 6.2/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
1 NHTSA recall campaign matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #60 of 110 coupes in our database (better than 46% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2016 BMW M2 starts at $43,852 and ranges up to $53,050 across trims (MSRP when new). At 15 MPG, expect roughly $3,500/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of BMW models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.