Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 M2.
The 2023 BMW M2 is equipped with an S8 automatic transmission and carries EPA fuel economy ratings of 16/23/19 mpg. Reliability data shows seven total owner complaints, with the top category listed as "Unknown Or Other," alongside four recalls. Against the model’s 2016–2023 complaint history—spanning from a low of three in 2018 to a high of seventeen in 2017—the 2023 model year sits near the middle of that range, suggesting typical reliability for this generation rather than standing out as an anomaly.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428583896. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428583896 alt 11428092620 |
| Engine air filter | 13718095807 alt 13718095805 |
| Spark plug | 12125A4EF60 |
| Battery | 61216806755 |
| Front wiper blades | 61619478361 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119382886 alt 64115A2AD31 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 178.7 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Overall height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3891 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 53/47 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 23 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the M2 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.50 sec | 11.80 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.60 sec | 11.80 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.80 sec | 12.20 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.90 sec | 12.20 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 4.10 sec | 12.30 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Coupe 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 4.10 sec | 12.60 sec | 453 hp | RWD |
| 2025 | Coupe (M Driver’s Pack) 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.50 sec | 11.60 sec | 473 hp | RWD |
| 2025 | Coupe (M Driver’s Pack) 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 3.90 sec | 12.10 sec | 473 hp | RWD |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 1,200 mi.
| At 1,200 mi | Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record for the M2 generation shows a clear downward arc in both complaints and TSBs from the 2016 launch year (5 complaints, 131 TSBs) through 2019 (0 complaints, 38 TSBs), with recalls holding relatively steady at one per year across most model years. The 2023 model year falls at the tail end of this trend, matching 2019's zero federal complaints while carrying just 7 TSBs — the lowest in the dataset — alongside a single recall. The listed complaint areas for 2023 span "Unknown or Other," electrical system, engine, and a combined ADAS/braking category, though the federal complaint count sits at zero, suggesting these may reflect early-owner reports from a broader source rather than confirmed NHTSA filings. The sharp drop in TSBs from 131 in 2016 to 7 in 2023 likely reflects the model's recency rather than a fully matured technical-service landscape, and the data does not specify the root cause behind the 2023 recall. For a buyer, the 2023 M2 presents as a clean early-data year with no confirmed federal complaints and minimal TSBs, but given its newness the full reliability picture is still developing — it's a reasonable buy provided the single recall has been addressed, with the caveat that meaningful validation will take another year or two.
All 7 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 55 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010126 | 2026-05-06 | Engine | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or… |
| B652025 | 2026-05-05 | Electrical System | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID)… |
| B010224 | 2026-05-05 | Engine | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or… |
| B641224 | 2026-05-04 | Structure | 1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can… |
| B120326 | 2026-03-11 | Electrical System | BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.