Autocar magazine is on sale now

By Naveen October 12, 2022

Autocar this week called the new M2 the swan song for hardcore gasoline power.

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We found it to be the best option for those on a tight budget.

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The new M2 is the last petrol car produced by the M division.

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Plus it promises to be stronger, faster and more balanced than ever before.

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Best of all, this new M2 has a manual gearbox.

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Autocar magazine is available at all good newsstands.

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You can also buy exclusive copies of Autocar magazine from the delivered newsstand.

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