BMW India has opened pre-orders for the first-ever BMW M2 xDrive Turbo Edition, a limited-run model paying tribute to the iconic 1973 BMW 2002 Turbo. Finished in Alpine White with signature Motorsport detailing, the special edition combines BMW’s turbocharged heritage with modern M performance.
The model will be available in strictly limited numbers through authorised BMW India dealerships, on a first-come, first-served basis.
A Tribute to the 2002 Turbo
The exterior features several design elements inspired by the original 2002 Turbo.
- Alpine White paintwork with hand-painted BMW Motorsport stripes
- Black power dome and reversed ‘turbo’ script on the bonnet
- Bespoke ‘turbo’ emblem beneath the M2 badge
- Carbon-fibre roof, tailgate and rear spoiler
- Optional 19/20-inch M Performance forged wheels in Gold Bronze
The cabin continues the motorsport theme with M Carbon bucket seats, an M Alcantara steering wheel, carbon-fibre interior trim and an exclusive ‘turbo’ badge on the centre cupholder cover.
Six-Cylinder M Performance
Power comes from a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder engine producing 480 hp.
Key performance figures:
- Power: 480 hp
- 0–100 km/h: 3.7 seconds
- Top speed: 250 km/h
- Top speed with optional M Driver’s Package: 285 km/h
Honouring a Turbocharged Pioneer
Introduced in 1973, the BMW 2002 Turbo produced 170 hp and could exceed 200 km/h. It was a pioneer of turbocharging in series-production passenger cars, helping establish a performance legacy that continues with BMW’s modern M models.
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Final Take
The BMW M2 xDrive Turbo Edition combines a historic motorsport-inspired design with contemporary performance. Its exclusive detailing and limited availability make it a special tribute to one of BMW’s most significant turbocharged models.
