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Originally Posted by bplewis24
Which, of course, is the reason you will not hear BMW announcing plans publicly to produce an M2. The announcement itself could cannibalize sales of M4s and M235i's also. From a marketing perspective, it's better for them to stay mum on it or say "they have not made a decision at this time."
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Exactly!
The M2 is the car that lots of enthusiast have been waiting for. I don't even care if they go with a 4 banger. As a matter of fact I think it would make more sense. M5/6 is a 8, M3/4 is a 6, so the M2 with a 4 would make sense.
I'm a die hard inline 6 fan, but have come to appreciate what the new turbo 4's can do. My DD is a VW GTI and it has more usable power than an S52 for example. Direct injection, turbo charging and all the modern technology would make a 4 cylinder adequate, as long as the chassis stays light and nimble.