BMW M240i vs M2 Review (M140i 2017)

BMW VIP managed to get me a brand new M240i for a few days, I took this opportunity to pitch it against my £10k more expensive BMW M2. Rather than listening to me waffle on, I managed to get my good friend and massively talented driver Ben along, he gave his unbiased opinion on both cars.

Apologies for the final edit being over 40 mins long, I spent 2 days trying to shorten but felt you guys needed to see/hear everything that was left in.

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[theoutsider]

Just bought a mid 2019 M240i last week and was blown away by the perfomance on this car for the money. It is a total beast. Car sounds amazing when you get in sport mode and sport plus and you get up to 2.5k and over revs, but also suits me as daily cause it's not AMG stupid loud all the time 🙂 Comparing it to my e46 M3 from back in mid 2000s it is defo faster (mainly due to the amount of torque), less feel through the wheel as you say, but that does not diminish how good this car is. Big smile every time i get in it. Looking forward to taking it for a tour in European Alps next year.

[MrDavidWeston]

Great video and fascinating results, especially in the side by side trials. I love my M240i and it is a convertible too - a factor not mentioned in the video, but a huge extra fun factor (especially for those Alpine drives Joe talked about!) - and a huge extra point in the 240i's favour, as you can't get the M2 as a drop top.

[rickdegaetano]

The look on your face when that 240 goes by you is priceless! I love my M240i, I put a Dinan tune on it and the resonator delete and it's just fantastic. I needed a daily driver first and a racecar second, this fits the bill perfectly.

[scotteramsey]

Just ordered a 240i and should have it in 6 weeks or so. Can't wait.

[ismaeeldealmeida]

The smile on his face when he got into the M2 says it all

[Kemalk]

Great vid Joe, way better than most of the bollocks you see on tv nowadays. Amazed by that difference between the two, especially with the 30-40 mph pulls.

[rickkenworthy]

Test drove a 240i yesterday, as an owner of a C63 previously this little pocket rocket is awesome, and as you quite rightly say for the money its a no brainer, the UK roads are hard enough to drive normally but just occasionally you can stretch your legs this is the perfect car for such ties. Ordering next week me thinks ! Thanks for the review, good style and well delivered, cheers.

[tbone]

Not surprised that the two were very equal in a straight line. The engine specs make is pretty clear that would happen. In the USA the price difference between the two similarly equipped is much closer making the M2 a bargain because if the upgraded brakes. LSD, wheel upgrades and suspension. Having said that the M2 isn't for everyone as it is more of a firm ride, louder and with likely higher operating costs because of insurance, tires etc so there is a place for all of the 2 series models. We are very fortunate to have a car company willing to build the 230, 240 and M2 which gives buyers plenty of choices at different price points. I get my M2 in a few weeks (being built right now actually) once I get it and drive it I really want to take an 230 for a spin because I am curious about those two opposite ends of the spectrum and how they would compare for pure driving enjoyment which is that subjective experience that is impossible to measure.

[Jokwoo]

Can I say that was one of the best car comparisons I've seen on YouTube from non-journalists in a long time? Two likeable enthusiasts who, more importantly, know how to drive, chatting about the cars rather than about themselves. Refreshing. Subscribed.

[titantim]

That is a seriously high quality video Joe. Feel like you're really letting us get to know your personality and that of the cars too.

Top notch stuff, hope people keep supporting you and providing cars etc to make such great content.

[MikePulpan]

Probably the best video on Youtube. Joe, you are the car review guy. It's awesome to see investing your time next to you business into doing this for us - future customers that aren't sure in their mind what they should go for. Thanks for your time!

[hugohugo]

Excellent video. I wish all car videos were like this. Covers EVERYTHING you want to know.

[thmasst]

Just bought an m240i. I'm now even more excited about picking it up. can't wai!!!!

[DanielHLL]

I really enjoyed that. I’m thinking of downsizing my 440i to a 240, i have no worries after watching that. Excellent video.

[onemorelap]

You should think about a weekly episode with Ben, I think I haven't watched a YouTube video for over 40 mins for a long time, well done Joe!

[AlNaTz]

Great great great video guys! One of the best comparison vids I've see. I am actually scratching my head which of them to buy and you made it so much easier. Especially since leasing the M240 is MUCH easier than leasing the M2. THANKS!

[garydoctor]

Shocked Joe, defo made my mind up on the M240i now. With a remap it's just Gona be insane. That's coming from a 911 Carrera S and a 911 turbo owner. As a second car it's bang on for the money and subtle.

[eran]

Really enjoyed this video. Every time Ben was flooring it and you guys would be laughing at the power it had me laughing too! I test drove a 235i the other day and had the exact same response you guys were having when flooring it! I just have to wait a few more months before I can order one! Can't wait!

[Jimmy]

Usually I get bored quickly, if videos are as long as most of Joe's content is. But most of your videos are so good that I'm happy to watch them entirely. Keep it up!

[cliosportsn]

Still one of the best comparisons on YouTube. I'm now the proud owner of an M240i 2019. My daily. However, everytime I see an M2 OG I have a mini crisis. In a good way though. Love the M2 OG.