BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé

This article is about the four-door sedan. For general 2 Series information, see BMW 2 Series.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Production2020–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style4-door sedan
Layout
PlatformBMW 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.


First generation (F44; 2020)

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First generation
2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupé
Overview
Model codeF44
ProductionMarch 2020 – present
Model years2020–2024
Assembly
DesignerNicolas Guille[3]
Body and chassis
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length4,526 mm (178.2 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Kerb weight1,350–1,570 kg (2,976–3,461 lb)

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 33 mm (1.3 in) more knee room, 14 mm (0.6 in) more headroom, and a 40 litres (1.4 cu ft) larger boot capacity at 430 litres (15 cu ft).[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.

  • 2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupé
    2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupé
  • Standard model
    Standard model
  • Standard model
    Standard model
  • M Sport package
    M Sport package
  • M Sport package
    M Sport package
  • Interior
    Interior

Equipment

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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

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Petrol engines

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Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
216i 2022– B38A15 1.5 L I3 turbo 81 kW (109 hp) at 4,600–6,500 rpm 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 1,380–3,800 rpm 10.8 s
218i 2019– 103 kW (138 hp) at 4,500–6,500 rpm 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,500–4,100 rpm 9.1 s
220i 2020– B48A20 2.0 L I4 turbo 131 kW (176 hp) at 5,000–5,500 rpm 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) at 1,350–4,200 rpm 7.1 s
220i xDrive 2021–
228i* 2019– 170 kW (228 hp) at 5,000–6,500 rpm 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,800 rpm 6.3 s
228i xDrive* 6.0 s
M235i xDrive 225 kW (302 hp) at 5,000–6,250 rpm 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft) at 1,800–4,500 rpm 4.9 s

*Canada and U.S. only.

Diesel engines

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Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
216d 2020– B37C15 1.5 L I3 turbo 85 kW (114 hp) at 4,000 rpm 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,250 rpm 10.3 s
218d B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo 110 kW (148 hp) at 4,000 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm 8.5 s
220d 140 kW (188 hp) at 4,000 rpm 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm 7.5 s
220d xDrive 7.3 s

Second generation (F74/F78; 2025)

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Second generation
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé L (F78, China)
Overview
Model code
  • F74
  • F78 (long-wheelbase, China)
Production2024–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 2,670 mm (105.1 in)
  • 2,780 mm (109.4 in) (LWB, China)
Length
  • 4,546 mm (179.0 in)
  • 4,663 mm (183.6 in) (LWB, China)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Chronology
PredecessorBMW 1 Series (F52) (China)

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]



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