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At first glance, this heavily modified BMW M2 could pass as the upcoming CS. But it's not the sporty model that's in development at the M Division, as what we're looking at here is AC Schnitzer's take on it.
Christened the ACS2 Sport, as the logos added at the rear, it features an aggressive makeover that's bound to make petrolheads talk about it at the local cars and coffee meet. We can also expect a power boost, as the tuner is known for giving its projects more oomph.
First things first, let's start with the most obvious modifications, which include the add-ons added to the stock bumper. We can see some fins added to the sides, winglets that split the side air intakes in half, and a new apron that is more aggressive than the standard one. The hood features an add-on of its own, and additional parts now decorate the front fenders behind the wheels.
Rather curiously, there are no aftermarket side skirts in place, but the tuner’s logo decorates the standard ones. The modifications continue at the rear with the large wing mounted on the trunk lid, a spoiler above the windshield, and a new diffuser. The tailpipes appear to be different than the OEM ones, and they may or may not be part of a new exhaust system. The five double-spoke golden alloys also came from the aftermarket world and round off the makeover.
There is no word yet on the supposed added power, but we will remind you that AC Schnitzer boosted the output and torque of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight-six powering the new M240i to 414 hp (420 ps/309 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. That's a healthy boost over the stock car's 369 hp (374 ps/275 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque, enabling the 0-62 mph (0 to 100 kph) in 4.2 seconds en route to a top speed capped at 155 mph (250 kph).
As for the M2, it needs 4.1 seconds to reach 62 mph (100 kph) and tops out at up to 177 mph (285 kph) when fitted with the available M Driver's Pack. The turbo'd 3.0-liter straight-six engine produces 454 horsepower (460 ps/338 kW) and 406 pound-feet (550 Nm). We should probably expect in excess of 500 horses when it comes to AC Schnitzer's ACS2 Sport, and the sprint time maybe dropping to sub-4 seconds. Mind you, there is no way of knowing yet just how punchy this model is. We'll likely l find out everything about it in the coming months, as it will reportedly premiere at the 2023 Essen Motor Show at the end of the year, which will run between December 2 and 10 in Germany.
First things first, let's start with the most obvious modifications, which include the add-ons added to the stock bumper. We can see some fins added to the sides, winglets that split the side air intakes in half, and a new apron that is more aggressive than the standard one. The hood features an add-on of its own, and additional parts now decorate the front fenders behind the wheels.
Rather curiously, there are no aftermarket side skirts in place, but the tuner’s logo decorates the standard ones. The modifications continue at the rear with the large wing mounted on the trunk lid, a spoiler above the windshield, and a new diffuser. The tailpipes appear to be different than the OEM ones, and they may or may not be part of a new exhaust system. The five double-spoke golden alloys also came from the aftermarket world and round off the makeover.
There is no word yet on the supposed added power, but we will remind you that AC Schnitzer boosted the output and torque of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight-six powering the new M240i to 414 hp (420 ps/309 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. That's a healthy boost over the stock car's 369 hp (374 ps/275 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque, enabling the 0-62 mph (0 to 100 kph) in 4.2 seconds en route to a top speed capped at 155 mph (250 kph).
As for the M2, it needs 4.1 seconds to reach 62 mph (100 kph) and tops out at up to 177 mph (285 kph) when fitted with the available M Driver's Pack. The turbo'd 3.0-liter straight-six engine produces 454 horsepower (460 ps/338 kW) and 406 pound-feet (550 Nm). We should probably expect in excess of 500 horses when it comes to AC Schnitzer's ACS2 Sport, and the sprint time maybe dropping to sub-4 seconds. Mind you, there is no way of knowing yet just how punchy this model is. We'll likely l find out everything about it in the coming months, as it will reportedly premiere at the 2023 Essen Motor Show at the end of the year, which will run between December 2 and 10 in Germany.
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