BMW M2 with M Performance Track Kit sets Nürburgring Nordschleife record
The BMW M2 equipped with the M Performance Track Kit has clocked a verified 7:25.068 lap on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, beating the M2 CS by half a second.
7:25.068 minutes
0.5 seconds
What Happened
The BMW M2 with M Performance Track Kit has set a notarised record time on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The run on 22 May was verified by TÜV Rheinland under demanding conditions including high temperatures and oil traces on the track. The lap time of 7:25.068 minutes makes it 0.5 seconds faster than the BMW M2 CS.
“With the new M Performance Track Kit, we are offering the trackday community uncompromising performance, perfectly tailored to the BMW M2.”
- Adjustable front splitter
- Aero flicks
- Manually adjustable swan-neck rear wing with dedicated Race Mode
- Coilover suspension with motorsport damper system (first BMW part with road approval)
7:25.068minutes
0.5 seconds faster than BMW M2 CS
Why this matters
The record demonstrates how BMW's M Performance Track Kit, developed for trackday use, can significantly improve a production car's lap time. This matters for enthusiast drivers who want to push their M2 on closed circuits, as the kit offers a sharper setup with road approval. The verified time also highlights BMW's continued investment in performance parts.
Terms in This Story
- Nordschleife
- The northern loop of the Nürburgring race track in Germany, renowned for its challenging and demanding layout.
- TÜV Rheinland
- A German technical inspection organization that certifies vehicle safety and compliance.
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