BMW celebrates a legendary icon with the launch of the 2026 M2 Turbo Design Edition, a special limited-production model that pays homage to the trailblazing 1973 BMW 2002 Turbo. This exclusive coupe combines nostalgic styling cues with exhilarating performance specifications, making it a highly desirable collector’s item designed specifically for driving enthusiasts in the Middle East and beyond.
Classic Turbo-Inspired Styling
The exterior of the M2 Turbo Design Edition commands attention with hand-painted M tricolor stripes extending from the base of the windshield over the hood and outlining the trunk lid’s upper edge in the signature BMW Motorsport colors. Available exclusively in Alpine White, the model features a unique gloss-black power dome hood marked by the word “turbo” scripted in reverse, a clever nod to the original 2002 Turbo’s front air dam decal designed to be read correctly in rearview mirrors.
Enhancing the performance look are carbon-fiber roof panels with integrated M striping, an M Performance carbon-fiber rear spoiler, and special badging including a “Turbo” emblem on the trunklid. The redesigned quad-exhaust tips finished in copper contribute to both visual drama and acoustic presence. Distinguished 19-inch front and 20-inch rear M dual-spoke black wheels come standard, with optional matte gold bronze M Performance wheels priced at $23,000 AED.
Interior Excellence & Heritage Touches
Inside, the cabin is an immersive blend of modern technology and retro-inspired details. Black Vernasca leather M Sport seats with vivid tricolored highlights provide comfort & support, while illuminated M2 Turbo door sills welcome drivers aboard. Optional M Carbon bucket seats are available for an additional $16,600 AED. The dashboard, door panels, and center console boast glossy carbon-fiber trim, featuring a retro “Turbo” emblem positioned just forward of the six-speed manual shifter. A heated M Alcantara steering wheel and Live Cockpit Professional with head-up display are included to enhance driving focus and convenience.
Thrilling Twin-Turbo 3.0-Liter Inline-Six
Under the vented hood resides BMW’s potent 3.0-liter M TwinPower Turbo inline-six engine, producing 473 HP and 550 NM Of Torque. Coupled exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission, the M2 Turbo Design Edition dashes from 0 to 100 KM/H in an electrifying 4.1 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited to 250 KM/H, extendable to 285 KM/H with the $9,300 M Driver’s Package, which also includes a complimentary day at BMW’s high-performance driving school.
Limited Availability & Pricing Details
Production of this highly exclusive M2 Turbo Design Edition will commence in January 2026 with deliveries expected by early spring. BMW has confirmed that production will be extremely limited, enhancing its appeal as a rare collector’s gem in the Middle East. Pricing starts at an estimated 310,000 AED, substantially higher than the standard M2 due to its bespoke features and performance upgrades, but justified by its unique heritage and exquisite hand-painted details.
Conclusion
The 2026 BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition expertly links past and present by reviving the spirit of the 2002 Turbo in a modern, high-performance sports coupe. Exclusively manual, adorned with striking retro tricolor accents, and equipped with a powerhouse 473 HP twin-turbo engine, this model represents the pinnacle of BMW’s compact M car legacy. For Middle Eastern enthusiasts and collectors, the M2 Turbo Design Edition presents a rare opportunity to own a car that is both a rolling tribute and a thrilling everyday driver.
