BMW 2 Series Coupe In-Depth Review 2022 | 2 B or not 2 B?
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- Опубліковано 21 лип 2024
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The 2 Series Coupe was a car BMW couldn't afford to compromise with the front wheel drive system it fits to its other compact models - and to other 2 Series variants. So instead, we've a stand-alone design that continues the great tradition of the Munich maker's smaller sporting cars.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Background
03:13 Driving Experience
15:50 Design & Build
31:14 Market & Model Range
54:10 Cost of Ownership
01:01:18 Summary
Background
Few people had a bad thing to say about the first generation 'F22'-era BMW 2 Series Coupe, a pure bred rear-driven sports two-door launched in 2014, then updated three years later. For its successor, the Munich maker never seriously considered the front wheel drive set-up used on the supposedly sporty 2 Series Gran Coupe four-door model.
Instead, this second generation 'G42' 2 Series Coupe was developed alongside the brand's current Z4 roadster and is based on the same rear-driven platform as that used by larger 3 and 4 Series models. What's been produced as a result is a proper small sporting BMW. Of the kind you might have thought this brand had lost interest in making. Not a bit of it.
Driving Experience
Amongst driving enthusiasts, this second generation 2 Series Coupe will vie with Toyota's GR86 for the title of most rewarding small sports coupe. Choose this BMW and you certainly get a lot more engine options, all mated to 8-speed auto transmission. There's a 2.0-litre turbo petrol powerplant, available with either 184hp (in the 220i) or 258hp (in the 230i). Or a 220d 2.0-litre diesel variant offering 190hp. Beyond that lies the six cylinder M240i, which offers 374hp (34hp more than its predecessor) and can only be had in xDrive form. In late 2022, a flagship M2 variant will follow with an even more powerful 'S58' version of that 3.0-litre straight six twin turbo engine - expect around 430hp; and the option of a manual gearbox if you want it.
With all 2 Series Coupe models, under the skin, much is shared with the current Z4 roadster, including a CLAR (Cluster Architecture) platform that's up to 40% stiffer than that of the old model. BMW claims that steering precision and body control are vastly improved as a result, aided by near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution. All variants come only with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic gearbox with paddleshifters and launch control that incorporates a Sprint mode for short-term acceleration boost. Adaptive M suspension is optional. And there's a powerful lightweight braking system.
Design and Build
It's recognisably a 2 Series Coupe - but this time a slightly larger and certainly more modern-looking one. There's no Convertible body style option this time round. The Coupe we're left with is now 4,537mm long and 1,838mm wide and is 105mm longer than its predecessor, standing 1,390mm tall. More attractive 'M Sport' styling, which includes 18-inch wheels and is standard in the UK, adds extra pavement presence too. And sporty touches include a low front apron, flared wheel arches and swollen rear haunches. The faster M240i variant gets squared-off sports exhausts, a colour-coded rear spoiler, grey trim features, a unique front splitter and special 19-inch M Sport alloy wheels.
Inside all variants, the front sports seats are mounted low in front of the satisfyingly thick M Sport steering wheel and a driver-focused dashboard. This shares much with 3 and 4 Series models, pairing a 12.3-inch centre screen with a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, complete with M Sport graphics. The upholstery is a mixture of Alcantara and Sensatec man-made leather and can be had in three different colours, with full 'Vernasca' leather optionally available. A 51mm wheelbase length increase means there's more space in the back than they used to be. And there's a decently-sized 390-litre boot, extendable with a folding backrest.
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Just to point out that the G42 cars do now come with IDrive 8, so the comments about the older electrics not supporting it are not accurate.
So pleased you’ve reviewed this car. On my short list for my next car
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Great review. Informative and to the point. Factual, no whinging like many reviewers.
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The M2 doesn’t carry the same 6 cylinder engine as the M240, the M240 has the B58, the M2 get the same S58 as in the current M3/4
yep, i suppose s58 is a stronger variant compared to the b58.
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Great detailed review👌
What a beautiful looking car!
Brilliant presentation by an excellent presenter. What a complete and thorough review on the new M240 XDrive.
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Your review was the actually the deciding factor in me purchasing this vehicle. Thank you very much. And I will definitely subscribe to your channel. Keep up the good work guys.
20:43 Plenty of websites and the BMW configurator indicate/show idrive 8 in place for the 2 series. Most reference July 22 production as being the cut off.
Wow. This was an awesome review of this car. You’re attention to detail is on another level👌🏻
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Great Show 👍👍
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Just recently bought this car *220i absolutely love it feels like a real sporty car however just a little underpowered, looking to get a tune on it soon boosting the power to 260-280bhp which will hopefully fix my problem but I think in the future when the price goes down this will be a very good car for performance *240i and track use hopefully aftermarket company's will give this car some love so I can turn it into a fun Sunday or everyday sports car :)
Everybody bangs on about the instrumentation. Took me about 10 minutes to get used to it in my G20 M340i xDrive. Works well.
Have to add though, epic review, rich on detail.
Don’t worry they have completely redesigned it with idrive 8 so new thing to learn!
@@MitchM240 I won’t be. Not interested in the new ones. They’ve gone too far in the Tesla direction, which to me does not appeal.
Amazing review! I just ordered a 2033 M240. My only regrets is we do not get those cool M seats you get in the UK
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Test drove a US spec 230x drive today. Great drive but wonky looking dash more fit for an exercise bike than an auto. Dealbreaker pretty much for me was the total lack of lumber support and no way to add any. Just total lacking in lower back support. Got back in my MK 7 GTI and my whole body relaxed. Lumber adjust might be a remedy, don’t know? Really like the car otherwise. Powerful, fast! Meant to add, was a 2023 model.
Great to hear your honest experience in the 2 Series, thank you for sharing 👍
Awesome car and test
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Not a big fan of small cars, but I really do like this one!!
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i have a 2016 120d. this might be an upgrade.
love the 240i,,,just got one after waiting four months for my coopay
Fantastic to hear! How are you enjoying your 240i?
great review ! you covered all the bases...
I'm 32 & looking at a new M240i along with a few other options
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You keep saying rwd but this is the xdrive version
21:07 🤣
Looks hideous from the side .
What an average looking car!
What an ugly looking car!
Boring look
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