BMW F87 M2 Wheels

BMW F87 M2 Wheel Performance

Despite sharing the same fitment as the F8X M3/4, F87 M2 wheel fitment differs significantly when compared to its larger counterparts. With less overall clearance for wider wheels and tires, especially up front, the F87 really benefits from a set of chassis-specific lightweight wheels because of its unique fitment. We created wheels like the Forged VS-5RS, EC-7s and SM-10RS alongside flow-formed ARC-8s, EC-7s, FL-5s, and SM-10s, specifically for the M2. With tricky brake options and a huge range of Apex fitments available, be sure you review our BMW F87 M2 Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide to find your next set of Apex wheels.

About the F87 M2

The F87 has been a favorite among enthusiasts since its initial launch back in 2016. As the M3 sedan and newly named M4 coupe continued growing with each passing generation, BMW listened to enthusiasts crying out for something a bit more compact. The answer came in the form of the first ever BMW M2. Thought of as an indirect successor to the much loved and limited production 1 series M coupe, the M2 was powered by a slightly modified N55 engine. Though some annoyingly complained it wasn’t a true M car with an engine borrowed from a lowly 3 series, the car featured all the right proportions. Widened fender flares, 380mm 4 piston brakes borrowed from the F8X, and a 6spd manual transmission with optional DCT made this a well rounded package in a compact form. Automotive journalists and enthusiasts alike, both fell in love with the playful chassis and many even hailed it as a modern E46 M3.

Midway through the F87’s life cycle, the M2 competition was introduced. The new model featured the same S55 engine from the F8X M3/M4. The M2 was finally a proper “M” car and had the power to prove it. Power was up by 40hp and 63 lb-ft of torque! Aside from a completely new engine, the F87 M2 Competition received a revised cooling system and for the U.S. market, a larger 400mm brake kit as standard, internally known as the 2NH. Be warned, 19” wheels or larger are required for cars equipped with that brake setup.

What Makes it a Good Track Car?

Both the standard F87 M2 and M2 competition make excellent cars for track duty. Throw on a set of wide F87 M2 wheels from Apex along with a set of track pads and you’ll be setting some shockingly quick lap times. These cars have proven themselves to be pretty stout, at least at stock power levels. The M2 Competition does suffer the same potential weak point at the crank hub, as it shares its engine with the F8X M3/M4. Luckily if you don’t plan on modding your M2 to oblivion, this shouldn’t stop you from enjoying some long days out on the track.

Like all modern M cars, the F87 M2 has got power in spades. Mix this with the lightest chassis out of the M car line up at the time of production, and you’ve got a sweet ultimate driving machine. Add in a widened set of F87 M2 wheels and this thing is unstoppable on track. The precise chassis tuning makes the M2 easy to handle at the limit. Even with all that power on tap, the Active M differential allows you to put power down with ease.

As you would expect from a modern BMW, the F87 can be a perfect one car solution. Checkout Car and Driver’s long term review to read more about our favorite of the modern BMW bunch: Car & Driver 40,000 Mile Review of the BMW F87 M2