The New BMW 2 Series Coupé: A Masterpiece of Design and Performance
The new BMW 2 Series Coupé stands out with its sleek exterior, featuring sharp design elements, new paint finishes, and a variety of light-alloy wheel options. Inside, the cabin has been refreshed with modern steering wheels, premium interior trims, and luxurious seat upholsteries. The updated BMW iDrive with QuickSelect now incorporates the BMW Operating System 8.5, offering an intuitive driving experience. Standard across the range are 18” light-alloy wheels, sport seats, 2-zone automatic air-conditioning, LED headlights, and Parking Assistant. The new BMW 2 Series Coupé is now available for order in the UK, starting at £36,865 RRP.
With its compact proportions, enhanced design, and robust engines, the new BMW 2 Series Coupé delivers an exhilarating driving experience, continuing the legacy of the iconic BMW 02 Series from the 1960s. The engine lineup in the UK includes two efficient four-cylinder petrol units paired with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission and classic rear-wheel drive. Additionally, the lineup features an in-line six-cylinder engine in the new BMW M240i xDrive Coupé, offering a unique proposition in its class.
Performance and Pricing
Priced from £36,865 RRP, the new BMW 2 Series Coupé is available for order today at BMW retailers in the UK, with customer deliveries commencing in August 2024. The vehicle is manufactured at the BMW Group plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, renowned for its efficient and sustainable production processes.
Engine Specifications:
| Model | Max Power* (hp) | Peak Torque* (Nm) | Acceleration* (0-62mph) (secs) | Top Speed* (mph) | CO2 Emissions* (WLTP) (g/km) | Fuel Consumption Combined* (WLTP) (mpg) | RRP Starting Price (excluding OTR costs) |
| 220i | 184 | 300 | 7.5 | 146 | 149-146 | 41.5-44.1 | £36,865 |
| 230i | 245 | 400 | 5.9 | 155** | 157 – 151 | 39.8 – 42.8 | £40,320 |
| M240i xDrive | 374 | 500 | 4.3 | 155** | 198 – 185 | 32.1 – 34.9 | £46,045 |
*Figures are provisional. Specifications refer to the German market and may vary based on configurations.
Design Highlights
The BMW 2 Series Coupé’s design epitomizes driving pleasure. The front features individual round headlamps, a horizontal BMW radiator grille, and a power dome on the long bonnet. The athletic sculpted surfaces, wide wheel arches, and short luggage compartment lid with an air scoop enhance its distinctive appearance. Notable design updates include a pearlescent chrome finish on the radiator grille surround and body-coloured side skirts and rear apron. The high-gloss black diffuser insert adds a contrasting effect at the rear.
The BMW M240i xDrive Coupé features exclusive M design elements like high-gloss black inserts for the side air intakes, a black spoiler lip on the front apron, and trapezoidal tailpipes. M high-gloss Shadow Line is standard, and the optional M Sport Pro pack adds dynamic exterior elements like M Shadow Line lights, Adaptive LED headlights, and an M rear spoiler in black.
Paint Finishes and Wheels
The new BMW 2 Series Coupé offers two solid colours and seven metallic colours, including the exclusive BMW Individual paint finishes Frozen Grey metallic and Frozen Portimao Blue metallic. New options like Fire Red metallic and Skyscraper Grey metallic debut, with Zandvoort Blue solid paint exclusive to the BMW M240i xDrive Coupé. Standard are 18-inch double-spoke M light-alloy wheels, while optional 19-inch M light-alloy wheels come in Jetblack or Bicolour finishes.
Interior Enhancements
The interior of the new BMW 2 Series Coupé showcases sporty touches and advanced digital technology. The BMW Curved Display integrates a 12.3-inch Information Display and a 14.9-inch Control Display, supporting the enhanced BMW iDrive with QuickSelect. The standard ambient lighting now includes waterfall lighting with customizable colours and brightness.
New M leather steering wheels and seat surfaces enhance the driving experience. Heated sports seats are standard, with optional upgrades like electric seat adjustment with memory and M Sport seats. The innovative M PerformTex upholstery and optional Sensatec and Vernasca leather trims offer various customization options.
Performance and Technology
The BMW 2 Series Coupé’s engine portfolio includes a 3.0-litre straight six-cylinder engine in the M240i xDrive Coupé, delivering 374 hp. The 220i and 230i Coupé models offer four-cylinder petrol engines with 184 hp and 245 hp, respectively. All engines pair with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, featuring rapid shift dynamics and a Sprint function for dynamic acceleration. The M Sport suspension and variable sport steering enhance agility and cornering dynamics.
The BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW iDrive with QuickSelect ensure intuitive operation, with features like the BMW Maps navigation system and optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Head-Up Display and Augmented View. Standard semi-automated driving and parking systems include Parking Assistant, front collision warning, and Lane Departure Warning. Optional packages like the Comfort Pack and Technology Pack add further enhancements.
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and innovation with the new BMW 2 Series Coupé, where every detail is crafted to deliver unparalleled driving pleasure.
