BMW Unveils All-Wheel-Drive M2 as 2026 MotoGP Winner

The prestigious BMW M Award has been an integral part of MotoGP since 2003, with the presentation of the winner's car being one of the highlights of every season. This year, MotoGP even provided the stage for a world premiere: the prize car for the 2026 BMW M Award is the all-new BMW M2 with xDrive.

The unveiling at Balaton Park Circuit was carried out by Carlos Ezpeleta, Chief Sporting Officer at MotoGP, and Zsuzsanna Pócs, Head of Marketing BMW Group Hungary. Following the presentation, Becky Evans and MotoGP rider Jorge Martín had the opportunity to experience BMW M's latest highlight during the 'BMW M Racing Balance' challenge on the racetrack.

The advanced all-wheel-drive system ensures reliable traction on any surface and in any weather, allowing drivers to fully exploit the car's performance at all times. The inline six-cylinder engine developed for the BMW M2 with xDrive features BMW M TwinPower Turbo technology.

Externally, the BMW M Award winner's car stands out with its BMW Individual Borusan Turkish Blue paint finish. The BMW M2 with xDrive is the first BMW M2 derivative to be available in this exclusive color.

The 'BMW M Racing Balance' challenge requires both balance and sensitivity: while the driver pushes to the limit in pursuit of the fastest possible lap time, the passenger holds a bowl filled with balls – and must try to prevent any of them from falling out.

With the BMW M2 with xDrive, BMW M GmbH continues its tradition of honoring the achievements of MotoGP riders throughout the season with a special prize in the form of an exclusive BMW M high-performance automobile.

The rider with the highest number of points after the final qualifying session of the season wins the award. Record holder Marc Márquez has claimed the honor multiple times.

BMW's commitment to innovation and performance is evident in its latest model, which sets a new standard for all-wheel-drive vehicles.