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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Base Price | $54,238–$67,214 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 BMW M2 is a coupe that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.2/10, while Reliability at 6.4/10 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 6.4/10 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 8.1/10 — 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: 9.2/10. 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 $54,238–$67,214, 21 MPG, seating 4, the BMW M2 sits in the premium tier of the coupe category. The value score of 6.8/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 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 2022 BMW M2 ranks #42 of 110 coupes in the Carivo database — better than 63% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $54,238 starting price is about 15% above the segment's median of $47,314.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Coupe ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2019 BMW M2 scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2022's 7.6 — and starts roughly $5,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| 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 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $54,238 | |
| 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 | 7.5/10 | $43,852 | Read review → |
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