El BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe It arrived on the market in the first quarter of 2020. It is a four-door model that despite being called Series 2, does not share a platform with the 2 Series Coupé (two-door) and Series 2 Convertible (convertible) BMW released in 2014.
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Test BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé 218d M Sport 150 CV automaticTest BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé 220d 190 CV Steptronic 8v M SportIt is a totally new model that adopts the platform of the third generation of the Series 1, launched in 2019. Therefore, it uses transverse instead of longitudinal engines and, in turn, does not have rear wheel drivebut front-wheel drive. Of course, some versions have the xDrive all-wheel drive system.
As it derives from Series 1 it has some similarities in its front. However, it also has many features of its own identity, such as an even wider grille or a different style of headlights, which are LED. Where it changes the most is in the side view and in its rear, with a softened silhouette and three different volumes.
Technical characteristics of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
As we mentioned, this Series 2 Gran Coupé uses the platform of the Series 1 or the X1 or the X2. Also, also shares base with the latest MINI models since it also belongs to the BMW Group. There is a more compact version with only two doors called BMW Serie 2 Coupe that has launched a second generation in 2022.
If we focus on outside dimensions We see that despite being a model that takes the base of a compact, it is relatively long. In this way, the 2 Series Gran Coupé has a overall length 4.526mm, a width of 1.800 and a height of 1.420 mm.
For its part, the wheelbase is 2.670 mm, that is, identical to that of the third generation Series 1. Meanwhile, the trunk covers 430 liters, which is 50 more than the aforementioned Series 1 and 50 liters less than the Series 3.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
This four-seater coupe It is available with various gasoline and diesel mechanics.. At the moment, there are no electric, hybrid or plug-in hybrid options. In gasoline, access version is 218, which has a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine with 140 hp. Also with gasoline engine we have the more performance version. It is called M235i and uses a 2.0-liter with 306 hp and four-wheel drive.
paragraph diesel start with variant 216d, with three cylinders and 1.500 cubic centimeters. In this case, the power it offers reaches 116 hp. The most performance corresponds to the version 220d. In this case, it uses a 2-liter four-cylinder block that delivers a maximum power of 190 hp.
Regarding the exchange boxesThere are versions with a six-speed manual transmission and others with the automatic Steptronic. In the case of automatics, they have seven speeds in which they are combined with three-cylinder engines, with eight speeds in four-cylinder engines. Secondly, there are front wheel drive variants and others with the xDrive system.
Equipment of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
As in most models of the brand, the range of equipment possibilities and configurations is very broad; being able to have many customization options. There are also several finishes, such as the base finish, the Sport, the Luxury and the M Sport. The BMW M termination is reserved for the 235i xDrive engine.
All Series 2 Gran Coupés carry, as standard, LED headlights, 16-inch wheels, divisible rear seats, multifunction steering wheel, light and rain sensor, parking sensors or cruise control with limiter. Of course, there is no shortage of available assistants like adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist or automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
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The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé according to Euro NCAP
When looking at security, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé undergoes the usual Euro NCAP tests in 2019, receiving the five rating stars, the highest possible score. The results by sections are as follows: 94 out of 100 in adult passenger protection, 87 out of 100 in child passenger protection, 76 out of 100 in pedestrian vulnerability and 72 out of 100 in driving assistance systems.
Rivals of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
The reason for the launch of this coupé sedan is to fill a gap between the traditional five-door compact and the D-segment sedans. That is, the Series 2 Gran Coupé is located between the Series 1 and Series 3. Other premium brands already had this space covered for a long time, and BMW claims its share of the pie. Thus, the main rivals of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé are especially German models. Among them are the Audi A3 Sedan and Mercedes CLA Coupe y Mercedes A-Class Sedan. All of them have four doors and are derived from compact and belonging to premium brands.
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- dynamic behavior
- internal quality
- Configuration possibilities
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- High price
- Cabin not too spacious for its size
- expensive options
Prices of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe prices They depend on the engine, the trim level and the options purchased. At BMW it is common to have a large number of extras available (some very expensive), so the price from one unit to another can vary a lot. The most accessible version is the BMW 218i Gran Coupe, which starts in 36.000 Euros. The most expensive in the family is the 235 horsepower M306i xDrive. Its minimum rate starts at 65.300 euros, without offers or promotions.
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