BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is being given due attention as to a four-door coupe vehicle into the premium compact segment. The car broke into the market and took attention immediately due to its specifications and noticeable appearance. Less than in a month the 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe reveals at L.A. Auto Show. This article allows you to discern the car’s achievements.
Handsome Exterior
The greenish-blue color of the coupe looks fresh, juicy and bright. Users who preferer fewer blazing colors, will be able to purchase a car in classic grey chroma. The classic for BMW kidney grill looks non-aggressive. The grill with 3-dimensional mesh design has the M 235i xDrive trim.
Itself, the car body is full of flowing lines and bereft detailed elements. But the model's small-car nature still shows up in the proportionally tall roofline and its short nose and tail. However, BMW has retained the classic elements of the brand, as follows: slim rear lights, high gloss Black link, exhaust system with 90mm, twin tailpipes and frameless side windows.
As a usual, optional feature is extremely new light-alloy wheels up to 19 inches in size.
Driving Dynamics & Fabulous Power
BMW engineers have significantly updated the wheelsets and transmission of new car models. Specifically, cutting-edge BMW front-wheel-drive architecture increases space and reduces weight. Special mention is given to technology called Near-actuator wheel slip limitation. It is available on all models and allows wheel slip to be controlled more sensitively and swiftly. Modifications concern about axel units. The front-axel has limited-slip differential as standard, and the rear axle is multi-link on all models.
Powertrain elements are also new. BMW Efficient Dynamics family developed a new engine group, which are more powerful 4-cylinder units. There are one diesel and two petrol engines are available at launch in the 2 Series Gran Coupe.
The M235i xDrive:
- turbocharged 2.0-liter
- bigger turbo
- 306 HP (225 kW)
- 332 pound-feet
- 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds
- Top speed 155 mph.
- Fuel consumption combined: 7.1 – 6.7 l/100 km (39.8 – 42.2 mpg imp)
- CO 2 emissions combined: 162 – 153 g/km.
BMW 218i
- 2.0-liter and 4-cylinder
- Output of 231 hp (170 kW)
- 258 pound-feet
- 0 to 60 mph in 6 seconds
- Top speed 151 mph.
- Fuel consumption combined: 5.7 – 5.0 l/100 km (62.8 – 67.3 mpg imp)
- CO 2 emissions combined: 131 – 114 g/km.
The BMW 220d (diesel)
- 2.0-liter and 4-cylinder
- ONLY available in the USA
- 190 hp (140 kW)
- Fuel consumption combined: 4.5 – 4.2 l/100 km (62.8 – 67.3 mpg imp)
- CO 2 emissions combined: 119 – 110 g/km.
All engines comply with the strict Euro 6d‑TEMP emissions standard.
Convenient & Usable Interior
The high-quality interior is typical for BMW cars. The OBD computer is fully digital and reinforced with the branded Operating System version 7.0. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, Apple CarPlay and remote software upgrade - are available on all models. While panoramic sunroof glass is optional for users. It creates a feeling of space. What is more, the car is comfortable inside, not only for the driver but also for passengers. The ample rear space is 33mm more kneeroom than the previous model. As to the boot capacity, it is big enough – 430 liter or 40-20-40 through-loading.
The LA Auto Show takes part 22/11 - 01/12 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.