| BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé | |
| Manufacturer: | BMW |
| Model Code: | F44 |
| Production: | March 2020 – present |
| Class: | Subcompact executive car (C) |
| Body Style: | 4-door sedan |
| Platform: | BMW UKL2 platform |
| Wheelbase: | 26701NaN1 |
| Length: | 45261NaN1 |
| Width: | 18001NaN1 |
| Height: | 14201NaN1 |
| Weight: | 1350- |
| Sp: | uk |
| Model Years: | 2020–present |
| Designer: | Nicolas Guille[1] |
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé (model code F44) is a subcompact executive sedan produced by BMW.[2] [3] It was revealed on 16 October 2019, and officially premiered at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show in November.[4] It was launched in worldwide markets in March 2020.[5] 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.
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.
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.
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | NaN0NaN0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216i | 2022– | B38A15 1.5 L I3 turbo | 810NaN0 at 4,600–6,500 rpm | 1900NaN0 at 1,380–3,800 rpm | 10.8 s |
| 218i | 2019– | 1030NaN0 at 4,500–6,500 rpm | 2200NaN0 at 1,500–4,100 rpm | 9.1 s | |
| 220i | 2020– | B48A20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 1310NaN0 at 5,000–5,500 rpm | 2800NaN0 at 1,350–4,200 rpm | 7.1 s |
| 220i xDrive | 2021– | ||||
| 228i* | 2019– | 1700NaN0 at 5,000–6,500 rpm | 3000NaN0 at 1,250–4,800 rpm | 6.3 s | |
| 228i xDrive* | 6.0 s | ||||
| M235i xDrive | 2250NaN0 at 5,000–6,250 rpm | 4500NaN0 at 1,800–4,500 rpm | 4.9 s |
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | NaN0NaN0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216d | 2020– | B37C15 1.5 L I3 turbo | 850NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 2700NaN0 at 1,750–2,250 rpm | 10.3 s |
| 218d | B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 1100NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 3500NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm | 8.5 s | |
| 220d | 1400NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 4000NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm | 7.5 s | ||
| 220d xDrive | 7.3 s |