“Some say it looks like an angry Lego brick. Others say it’s the last true driver’s car left in the Bavarian stable. All I know is, it’s brilliant.” – probably not Jeremy Clarkson

Climb inside, and you are instantly locked into the M Carbon Bucket Seats, which feel less like furniture and more like a structural commitment to holding your ribcage in place while the world turns sideways. Pair that with the lightweight Carbon Roof and a set of factory-optioned Michelin Cup 2 tyres, and the whole car sets a serious, track-focused tone before you have even glanced at the start button.

When pressed, the twin-turbo S58 engine erupts into life. Override the factory exhaust flaps with the 11Mode Valve Controller to lock them wide open, letting that straight-six unleash a throatier, unfiltered growl. Through the sharp M Performance Carbon Fiber Mirrors, all you see in the reflection are wide rear haunches, ready to snap sideways. Pin the throttle, and the M Driver’s Package unlocks a completely unnecessary top speed of 285 km/h.

All of this leaves you with a compact, completely unhinged missile.