{"id":2723,"date":"2024-09-18T21:51:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-18T21:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/?p=2723"},"modified":"2024-09-19T14:32:00","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T14:32:00","slug":"manhart-just-built-an-m240i-thatll-make-the-m2-nervous","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/2024\/09\/18\/manhart-just-built-an-m240i-thatll-make-the-m2-nervous\/","title":{"rendered":"Manhart Just Built An M240i That\u2019ll Make The M2 Nervous"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Manhart-MH2-BMW-M240i-main-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul>\n<li>Manhart spices up the BMW M240i, giving it M2-rivalring specifications.<\/li>\n<li>The modified engine produces 434 hp, but can go even higher if desired.<\/li>\n<li>The tuner offers a host of aero and chassis upgrades, plus a wild decal set.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The BMW M2 has been an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/07\/autoids-new-bmw-m2-tr87-adds-aero-handling-and-performance-upgrades\/\">absolute hit with tuners<\/a>, leaving the lesser version of the 2-Series Coupe out of the limelight. Manhart corrects this by presenting a M240i with a host of modifications, taking it closer than ever to the full-blown M2.<\/p>\n<div id=\"6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"4d84e4c9-9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> var adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         adpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             if (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    adpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;4d84e4c9-9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a&#8221;);<br \/>\n             }<br \/>\nelse{<\/p>\n<p>     adpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657&#8221;);<br \/>\n}         });<\/p>\n<p>The tuning kit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2021\/11\/manharts-upcoming-bmw-m240i-wants-to-make-you-forget-about-the-m2\/\">was previewed with renderings back in 2021<\/a>, but this is the first time we lay eyes on a real-life example of the Manhart MH2 450.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/04\/705-hp-manhart-mh2-gtr-ii-shows-bmw-how-to-build-an-m2\/\">705-HP Manhart MH2 GTR II Shows BMW How To Build An M2<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine has been boosted from the stock 369 hp (275 kW 374 PS) to a healthier 434 hp (440 PS \/ 324 kW), made possible by the MHtronik powerbox. This is less than the 473 hp (353 kW \/ 480 PS) of the 2025 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/bmw-m2\/\">BMW M2<\/a>, but Manhart can reduce the gap further with the available Stage 2 and Stage 3 upgrades. Furthermore, the sound experience can be enhanced with a valve-control exhaust featuring quad tailpipes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article\"><\/div>\n<p>  window._taboola = window._taboola || [];<br \/>\n  _taboola.push({<br \/>\n    mode: &#8216;thumbnails-a-mid&#8217;,<br \/>\n    container: &#8216;taboola-mid-article&#8217;,<br \/>\n    placement: &#8216;Mid Article&#8217;,<br \/>\n    target_type: &#8216;mix&#8217;<br \/>\n  });<\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic\"><\/div>\n<p>  window._taboola = window._taboola || [];<br \/>\n  _taboola.push({<br \/>\n    mode: &#8216;thumbnails-oc-2&#215;1&#8217;,<br \/>\n    container: &#8216;taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic&#8217;,<br \/>\n    placement: &#8216;Mid Article Thumbnails Organic&#8217;,<br \/>\n    target_type: &#8216;mix&#8217;<br \/>\n  });<\/p>\n<p>As for the chassis, M240i owners can choose between H&amp;R lowering springs or KW coilovers, bringing the car closer to the ground while improving its handling credentials. The brakes remain stock, although Manhart will offer individual upgrades to those interested.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>The striking appearance of the pictured M240i is largely due to the motorsport-inspired livery, combining white, gray, and red decals on a black body. The oversized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/manhart\">Manhart<\/a> emblems and lettering make sure everyone notices that this is not a stock 2-Series Coupe.<\/p>\n<p>Another highlight is the white Concave One 20-inch alloy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/wheels\">wheels<\/a>, entirely filling up the wheel arches in combination with the lowering kit. A closer look reveals Manhart\u2019s carbon fiber add-ons, aiming to make the M240i look sportier. These include a splitter, deeper side skirts, a rear diffuser, and a more pronounced spoiler. There is also the option of wide fender extensions, although these are not fitted in the pictured example.<\/p>\n<p>Interior upgrades are limited to Manhart emblems, a steering wheel wrapped in fresh leather and Alcantara, and new paddles from carbon.<\/p>\n<p>As with most Manhart builds, the aforementioned visual and performance upgrades don\u2019t come cheap. The entire catalogue of parts for the BMW 2-Series Coupe is available on <a href=\"https:\/\/manhart-performance.de\/tuningteile\/?_product_brands=m235i-m240i-f2x-f44-g42\">Manhart\u2019s official website<\/a>, with prices. The most expensive options are the widebody kit at \u20ac6,590 ($7,325), the KW Variant 4 Coilovers at \u20ac6,499 ($7,224), and the decal set at \u20ac5,695 ($6,330).<\/p>\n<div id=\"e7c4c913-3924-4b2d-9279-6c00984dd130\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"5646c171-cb6e-4e2c-8440-49013ca72758\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> var adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         adpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             if (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    adpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;5646c171-cb6e-4e2c-8440-49013ca72758&#8221;);<br \/>\n             }<br \/>\nelse{<\/p>\n<p>     adpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;e7c4c913-3924-4b2d-9279-6c00984dd130&#8221;);<br \/>\n}         });<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manhart<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manhart spices up the BMW M240i, giving it M2-rivalring specifications. The modified engine produces 434 hp, but can go even higher if desired. The tuner offers a host of aero and chassis upgrades, plus a wild decal set. The BMW M2 has been an absolute hit with tuners, leaving the lesser version of the 2-Series [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2725,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[15],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2723"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2723"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2723\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2726,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2723\/revisions\/2726"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2725"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2723"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2723"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/skytoprover.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2723"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}