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M2 F87
F87 • 2015–2021 • Coupe
2
Engine Options
12
Known Issues
2
Critical Issues
65%
Reliability Score
Facelift (LCI) – 2018
- M2 Competition launched with S55 engine replacing N55
- Revised suspension tuning
- M2 CS limited edition with 450 hp (2020)
65% – Average
Engines
N55B30 – 3.0L Turbo Petrol
M2 • 370 hp • 465 Nm
Displacement 3.0L
Layout I6
Fuel Petrol
Transmission 6-Speed Manual (Getrag), 7-Speed DCT (DKG/M-DCT)
Known Issues4 issues
medium
Charge Pipe Blow-Off Common (>35%)
Factory plastic charge pipe blows off under high boost, particularly in warm weather or spirited driving. Aftermarket aluminium replacement recommended.
Typical Mileage
40,000–80,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€100–€250
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
Sudden power lossBoost leak whistleLimp mode
high
Valve Cover / VANOS Gasket Leak Common (>35%)
Valve cover and VANOS solenoid gaskets seep oil over time. Oil can drip onto hot exhaust components causing burning smell and smoke.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€300–€700
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
Burning oil smellVisible oil seepageSmoke from engine
high
Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak Common (>35%)
Oil filter housing gasket deteriorates and leaks oil onto belts and other components.
Typical Mileage
60,000–100,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€250–€400
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
Oil leakBurning smellOil on engine
high
Electric Water Pump Failure Common (~30%)
Electric water pump fails causing overheating. Shared issue with other N-series inline-6 engines.
Typical Mileage
80,000–130,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€400–€700
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
OverheatingWarning lightNo heat from vents
S55B30 – 3.0L Twin-Turbo M Petrol
M2 Competition, M2 CS • 410–450 hp • 550 Nm
Displacement 3.0L
Layout I6
Fuel Petrol
Transmission 6-Speed Manual (Getrag), 7-Speed DCT (DKG/M-DCT)
Known Issues4 issues
critical
Crank Hub Slip Moderate (~20%)
The press-fit crank hub can slip under high load, losing timing synchronization and causing catastrophic engine damage. More common on tuned cars but can affect stock. Aftermarket pinned solutions are strongly recommended for tracked or tuned cars.
Typical Mileage
Mileage independent – load dependent
Est. Repair Cost
€500–€1,000 (proactive pin) or €10,000+ (engine damage)
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
Sudden loss of powerEngine misfiresCatastrophic timing loss
medium
Charge Pipe Failure Very Common (>40%)
Factory plastic charge pipe cracks or blows off under boost. Aftermarket aluminium replacement is essentially required.
Typical Mileage
20,000–60,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€100–€300 (aftermarket)
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
Sudden boost lossLimp modeWhistling noise
high
Rod Bearing Wear Moderate (~20%)
Rod bearings can wear prematurely, especially on cars driven hard or with infrequent oil changes. Less critical than S65 but still worth monitoring via oil analysis.
Typical Mileage
80,000–150,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€2,000–€4,000
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
Knocking noiseMetal in oil
medium
Oil Pan / Valve Cover Leaks Common (~30%)
Oil leaks from valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket are common at higher mileages.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€400–€1,000
DIY Friendly
✓ Yes
Oil smellOil dripsSmoke from engine bay
Common Issues (F87-specific)
Engine 2
medium
Charge Pipe Failure (N55) Common (>35%)
The OEM plastic charge pipe on N55-equipped M2 is prone to cracking under boost. Aftermarket aluminium replacement recommended.
Typical Mileage
20,000–60,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€100–€300
Category
Engine
Sudden power lossBoost leak whistleLimp mode
critical
Crank Hub Concern (S55) Moderate (~15%)
The S55 engine's press-fit crank hub can slip, especially on tracked or tuned cars. Proactive pinning recommended.
Typical Mileage
Mileage independent – load related
Est. Repair Cost
€500–€1,000 (pin) or €10,000+ (damage)
Category
Engine
Sudden power lossEngine damage
Drivetrain 1
medium
Differential Wear Moderate (~20%)
Active M differential requires regular fluid changes. The limited slip differential internals can wear with track use.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€500–€1,500
Category
Drivetrain
Whining from rearClunking on turnsWarning light
Cooling 1
medium
Cooling System Upgrades Needed for Track Use Common (~30%)
Stock cooling is marginal for sustained track use. Oil cooler and transmission cooler upgrades commonly needed.
Typical Mileage
N/A – usage dependent
Est. Repair Cost
€500–€1,500 (upgrades)
Category
Cooling
Oil temp warningPower derate on trackTransmission overheat
Wear Items
N55B30 – Wear Items
M2
Spark Plugs
Every 45,000 km
Replacement Cost€100–€180
Wear Factor60%
Ignition Coils
80,000–120,000 km
Replacement Cost€200–€400
Wear Factor50%
S55B30 – Wear Items
M2 Competition, M2 CS
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000 km
Replacement Cost€120–€200
Wear Factor65%
Rod Bearing Inspection
80,000 km or oil analysis
Replacement Cost€2,000–€4,000
Wear Factor55%
Differential Fluid
Every 50,000 km
Replacement Cost€100–€200
Wear Factor40%