The new 2 Series Gran Coupe sedan completes BMW’s small car lineup, offering two variants with different engines and well-equipped features.
The base 218 and upcoming 220 model compete with Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Audi A3, while the range-topping M235 xDrive provides hot-hatch-like performance in a compact sedan.
The 2 Series Gran Coupe comes with a starting price of $59,900 for the 218 and goes up to $86,600 for the M235 xDrive variant.
The interior features huge screens, modern design, comfortable seats, configurable digital instrument cluster, and various tech options like adaptive cruise control.
The 2 Series Gran Coupe offers a limited rear seat space, acceptable boot capacity, and three turbocharged petrol engines across the range.
Driving experience of 2 Series Gran Coupe is refined and confident with firm ride quality but lacks some rear visibility and has front-wheel-drive behavior.
BMW offers various packages and options for customization, including different wheel sizes, seat materials, interior features, and safety equipment.
Safety features include adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, parking assistance, and a five-star ANCAP rating for the outgoing model.
Servicing the 2 Series Gran Coupe costs $2380 for a five-year, 80,000km Service Inclusive Basic package, backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Overall, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers a mix of power, tech, handling, and pricing, but faces tough competition from the 1 Series and challenges due to sedan segment decline.