BMW M2 vs. Chevrolet Corvette
When we compare the BMW M2's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the BMW M2 has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. The Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW M2 and Chevrolet Corvette have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M2's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the BMW M2.
BMW M2 vs. Chevrolet Corvette Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M2's price is between $65,368 and $76,245, with the Chevrolet Corvette priced between $70,586 and $144,332.
BMW M2 vs. Chevrolet Corvette Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M2 loses 40.9 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Corvette loses 22.7 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Corvette retains 18.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M2.
BMW M2 vs. Chevrolet Corvette Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M2 is 6.9 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Corvette's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW M2 being ranked 20 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 5 out of 33. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the BMW M2 is ranked 24 and the Chevrolet Corvette is ranked 7.
BMW M2 vs. Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M2 is 6.8 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Corvette the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M2.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M2’s base engine makes 453 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 490 horsepower. Both the M2 and the Corvette are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 329 and 463 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
65368 - 76245
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.408632
Pricing
New Asking Price:
70586 - 144332
Used Asking Price:
77775 - 170239
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.227357
BMW M2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.07635 / 10
Reliability:
7.4527 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M2 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 23Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
27 out of / 40Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
BMW M2 Trim Levels
Base
Chevrolet Corvette 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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
453 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.119 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
490 hp @ 6450 rpm
Torque:
465 foot-lbs @ 5150 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.139 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):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
219 / 329 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
296 / 463 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
55.2 inches
Length:
180.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3535 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
48.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR19