BMW M2 vs. BMW M6
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW M2 and BMW M6 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW M2 and the BMW M6.
When we compare the BMW M2's and the BMW M6's specifications and ratings, the BMW M2 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW M6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW M2's and the BMW M6's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2017 BMW M2 ranges from $32,472 to $44,962 while a used 2017 BMW M6 is priced between $31,999 to $58,263.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW M2’s base engine makes 365 horsepower, and the BMW M6 base engine makes 552 horsepower. The M2 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 356 miles. The M6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles.This gives the BMW M2 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW M6 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW M2 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW M6 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$92,106
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$38,950 - $447,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$113,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$38,902
Price Range:
$32,472 - $44,962
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$57,278
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$24,429 - $145,907
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
16
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
48,266
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$46,944
Price Range:
$31,999 - $58,263
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
33,875
# Good or Great Deals:
0
BMW M2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M2
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7 - 10.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.9 - 11.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
BMW M2 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 41Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 41Ranking
24 out of / 41Ranking
25 out of / 41Ranking
26 out of / 41BMW M6 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M2 Trim Levels
Base
BMW M6 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
365 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
343 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.104 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
552 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
502 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.130 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
247 / 356 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4250 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
54.1 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40ZR19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Long Beach Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
White
Alpine White
Brown
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Citrin Black Metallic / Ruby Black Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic / San Marino Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Gray
Moonstone Metallic / Singapore Gray Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
White
Alpine White / Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
Brown
Frozen Bronze Metallic / Jatoba Brown Metallic
Orange
Sakhir Orange Metallic
Silver
Silverstone Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Champagne
Brown
Amaro Brown / Aragon Brown / Canyon Brown
Gray
Platinum/Black / Silverstone
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
Red
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Opal White
