BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé explained

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
Manufacturer:BMW
Production:2020–present
Class:Subcompact executive car (C)
Body Style:4-door sedan
Platform:BMW UKL2 platform

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is a subcompact executive sedan produced by BMW since 2020.[1] [2] For most markets, the 2 Series Gran Coupé is the smallest four-door sedan offered by BMW, except in China and Mexico where the F52 1 Series sedan was offered until it was discontinued in 2023.

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First generation (F44; 2020)

First generation
Model Code:F44
Production:March 2020 – present
Wheelbase:26701NaN1
Length:45261NaN1
Width:18001NaN1
Height:14201NaN1
Weight:1350-
Sp:uk
Model Years:2020–2024
Designer:Nicolas Guille[3]

The first generation of the 2 Series Gran Coupé was revealed on 16 October 2019, and officially premiered at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show in November,[4] and was launched in worldwide markets in March 2020.[5]

The 2 Series uses the front-wheel drive-based UKL2 architecture and uses a multi-link rear suspension system.[6] As the result, despite its similar name, it is mechanically unrelated to the F22 2 Series coupé and convertible. Compared to the F22 2 Series, the F44 has 331NaN1 more knee room, 141NaN1 more headroom, and a 40litres larger boot capacity at 430litres.[7] It shares the same front hood, fender panel, dashboard and suspension as the F40 1 Series.[8] [9]

All petrol and diesel engines are installed with particulate filters and meet the Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standard.[10] Diesel engines also have AdBlue selective catalytic reduction.[11]

218i models are available with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[12] 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive, and 220d models are only available with an 8-speed automatic transmission.[13] 220i models are only available with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Equipment

Standard equipment includes full LED lights and 40:20:40 split folding rear seats.[14] Collision detection with braking intervention is also standard in European models.[15] In addition to the basic model, the 2 Series is available in the Luxury and Sport line which adds 17-inch wheels and a sports steering wheel, and the M Sport line which adds 18-inch wheels, an M Sport steering wheel, and M Sport exterior styling.[16]

Optional equipment includes ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, a 9.2-inch windshield reflected head up display, and Apple CarPlay.[17] The F44 2 Series can be unlocked via near-field communication by holding a smartphone near the door handle, and can start the engine by placing the smartphone in the wireless charging tray.[18] The digital key can also be shared with up to 5 other smartphones.[19]

The 2 Series is also available with iDrive 7 which features over-the-air software updates and a digital assistant that can be activated by saying "Hello BMW".[20] The digital assistant learns the habits of the user over time and can control in-car functions, check the maintenance status, or answer questions about the vehicle's functions.[21]

The 2 Series uses the navigation system and camera data to prevent unnecessary gear changes when travelling through corners and to determine appropriate shutdowns for the engine start-stop system.[22]

218-228 models with the M Sport Trim and M235 models can be fitted with M Performance Parts. These include sport brakes, carbon fibre mirrors and M rims.

Models

Petrol engines

ModelYearsEnginePowerTorqueNaN0NaN0
216i2022–B38A15 1.5 L I3 turbo810NaN0 at 4,600–6,500 rpm1900NaN0 at 1,380–3,800 rpm10.8 s
218i2019–1030NaN0 at 4,500–6,500 rpm2200NaN0 at 1,500–4,100 rpm9.1 s
220i2020–B48A20 2.0 L I4 turbo1310NaN0 at 5,000–5,500 rpm2800NaN0 at 1,350–4,200 rpm7.1 s
220i xDrive2021–
228i*2019–1700NaN0 at 5,000–6,500 rpm3000NaN0 at 1,250–4,800 rpm6.3 s
228i xDrive*6.0 s
M235i xDrive2250NaN0 at 5,000–6,250 rpm4500NaN0 at 1,800–4,500 rpm4.9 s
*Canada and U.S. only.

Diesel engines

ModelYearsEnginePowerTorqueNaN0NaN0
216d2020–B37C15 1.5 L I3 turbo850NaN0 at 4,000 rpm2700NaN0 at 1,750–2,250 rpm10.3 s
218dB47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo1100NaN0 at 4,000 rpm3500NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm8.5 s
220d1400NaN0 at 4,000 rpm4000NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm7.5 s
220d xDrive7.3 s

Second generation (F74/F78; 2025)

Second generation
Production:2024–present
Width:18001NaN1
Height:14451NaN1
Weight:NaN0NaN0
Predecessor:BMW 1 Series (F52) (China)
Sp:uk

The second generation of the 2 Series Gran Coupé was officially revealed on 15 October 2024 with production set to commence later in 2024.[23] [24] [25]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2019-10-15 . WORLD PREMIERE: The first Ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2019-10-17 . BMW BLOG . en.
  2. Web site: Capparella . Joey . 15 October 2019 . 2020 BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe Is BMW's Odd Idea of an Economy Sedan . 15 October 2019 . Car and Driver.
  3. Web site: Patent Images. United States Patent and Trademark Office. en. 2022-09-06.
  4. Web site: 2019-10-14 . 2020 BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe Teased Ahead Of Tomorrow's Debut . 2019-10-18 . Carscoops . en-US.
  5. Web site: 2019-10-16 . BMW outs new 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2019-10-18 . SlashGear . en-US.
  6. Web site: 2019-10-16 . BMW's challenger to the Mercedes-Benz CLA arrives in Singapore Q1 2020 . 2019-10-18 . CarBuyer Singapore . en-GB.
  7. Web site: New 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe aims to topple Mercedes CLA . 2019-10-18 . Auto Express . en.
  8. Web site: 2020-02-18 . BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2021-03-21 . Top Gear . en.
  9. Web site: New 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe aims to topple Mercedes CLA . 2021-03-21 . Auto Express . en.
  10. Web site: Nica . Gabriel . 2019-10-16 . World Premiere: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20191018164529/https://drivetribe.com/p/world-premiere-bmw-2-series-gran-RS4ZgzwORxCiLzklAxLsSQ . 2019-10-18 . 2019-10-18 . DriveTribe . en.
  11. Web site: 2019-10-17 . FOTO: Nové BMW radu 2 Gran Coupé - najmenšie zo štvordverových kupé . 2019-10-18 . Podkapotou.sk . sk.
  12. Web site: BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe (2020) . 2019-10-18 . NetCarShow.com . en.
  13. News: BMW expands 2 Series lineup with Gran Coupe . 2019-10-18 . Bangkok Post. 17 October 2019 . Leu . Richard .
  14. Web site: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 2020 revealed: New small sedan to take on Merc A-Class and Audi A3 . 2019-10-18 . CarsGuide.
  15. Web site: 2019-10-16 . This is the first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2019-10-18 . Carsome Malaysia . en-US.
  16. Web site: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe revealed carwow . 2019-10-18 . www.carwow.co.uk.
  17. Web site: 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Poised to Take on Mercedes CLA . 2019-10-18 . cars.com.
  18. Web site: 2019-10-16 . BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe has just been unveiled . 2019-10-18 . Automacha . en-US.
  19. Web site: BMW reveals all-new 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2019-10-18 . motioncars.inquirer.net . en.
  20. Web site: Szymkowski . Sean . 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe makes its case as the ultimate entry-level luxury sedan . 2019-10-18 . Roadshow . en.
  21. Web site: 5 cool pieces of tech on the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe . 2019-10-18 . Car Keys . en-GB.
  22. Web site: All-new 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is Revealed . 2019-10-18 . The Car Guide . 16 October 2019 . en.
  23. Web site: Alaniz . Anthony . 2024-10-15 . 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: This Is It . 2024-10-17 . Motor1.com . en.
  24. Web site: Padeanu . Adrian . 2024-10-15 . A New Era For The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: What's Changed? . 2024-10-17 . BMW BLOG . en-US.
  25. Web site: 2024-10-17 . 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe revealed - F74 gets new looks, new interior, 220 replaces old 218i - paultan.org . 2024-11-24 . Paul Tan's Automotive News . en-US.