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Also for the M2, "form follows function" has been the motto for its aerodynamics:

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The 1er M Coupe did start the ball rolling for the latest "function over form" for aerodynamics. And the M2 will also introduce progress on this theme.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

It's the opposite of what is on the M3 and M4. As you know M has a thing for function over form so whilst the M3 and M4 have additional wings above the intake. The M2 places them here but they are curved to allow air to split through the curtains and to the brakes. It's something new, beneficial of course and keeps M design fresh and individual.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

concentrate on the front of the car, especially using the vision [GT6 Vision Concept] for reference on how sharp the intakes and air curtains are.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The M2 is influenced by the M235i Racing in which this concept [GT6 Vision Concept] looks like a more extreme version.
But if you look at every detail of this concept [GT6 Vision Concept], every element from the aerodynamic packet to the body sculpture. If we take and shrink it to realistic proportions you get the look of an M car and even so a modern M car with sculpting for air curtains etc.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

a very aggressive aerodynamic kit which is a more realistic version taken from the GT car [GT6 Vision Concept] which gives the car a very aggressive look. The "fangs" which provide function really add an aggressive look to the car.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

where is the U shape? Where is the aerodynamic "fangs?"

So, to attempt to 'crack the code' to resolve the conundrum, try to imagine what BMW reasonably would prefer, functionally speaking:

• option 1: the V-shape intake of the GT6 Vision Concept smoothly guiding the air stream equally towards the vertical air curtains on the side (an ///M feature pioneered with the 1M) ?
• option 2: one thick upper leg of the V-shape intake to guide the air stream equally towards the vertical air curtains on the side ?
• option 3:

Alternative M2 render:


About air dams, splitters, air curtains and diffusers: see this comment.