BMW 2 Series
| BMW 2 Series | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 2013–present |
| Designer | Christopher Weil |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | European: Compact executive car North American: Entry-level luxury car |
| Body style | 2-door coupe (F22) 2-door convertible 5-door Compact MPV (Active Tourer)(F45) |
| Layout | FR layout (F22) FF layout (F45) |
| Related | BMW 1 Series |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | Coupe: 2,690 mm (105.9 in) |
| Length | Coupe: 4,432 mm (174.5 in) AT: 4,342 mm (170.9 in) |
| Width | Coupe: 1,774 mm (69.8 in) AT: 1,800 mm (70.9 in) |
| Height | Coupe: 1,418 mm (55.8 in) AT: 1,555 mm (61.2 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW 1 Series (coupé/convertible) |
The BMW 2 Series is an compact executive car produced by BMW. The 2-Series has several different body styles. It is available as a compact coupe that replaced the 1 Series coupe, or as a convertible model that replaces the 1 Series convertible in the BMW lineup. There is also a new Compact MPV body style, which BMW refers to as an Active Tourer. The 2-Series Active Tourer is unrelated to the coupe and convertible models. While it shares the the 2-series name, it is built on a totally different front wheel drive platform that is hared with the 3rd generation MINI Cooper dubbed UKL1. The 2-Series currently competes with new models from Audi and Mercedes-Benz, the A3 Sedan and the CLA Class, respectively, until BMW releases it's own front wheel drive compact sedan.
Unlike the 1 Series, the 2 Series feature sleeker headlamps and a more aggressive grille and front fascia.
Pre-production concepts
BMW Concept Active Tourer (2012)
BMW Active Tourer is a plug-in hybrid concept vehicle with 1.5-litre turbo 3-cylinder petrol engine derived from BMW 6-cylinder engines and a synchronous electric motor, lithium-ion battery, High Reflection Silver body colour, front-tilted BMW radiator grille, twin headlines with LED positioning lights (eyebrows) stretching far back into the side panels, multi-faceted front apron, integrated door openers, contrasted side sills with rising shadow line, 20-inch wheels, rear light clusters running well into the side panel, panorama sunroof with electronically-adjustable brightness, 40:20:40-split rear backrests, centrally located vertical metal track is integrated in the back of the front seats, multifunction instrument display with 10.25-inch integrated screen, multicolour Head-Up Display with brightness automatically adapts to the light available, navigation system with 8-inch display, ECO PRO mode with coasting mode.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2012 Paris Motor Show,[1][2][3][4] followed by 83rd Geneva International Motor Show 2013,[5] Auto Shanghai 2013.[6]
BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor (2013)
It is a version of BMW Concept Active Tourer with transversely mounted 1.5-litre petrol engine with front-wheel drive, plug-in hybrid with electric motor, Gold Race Orange body colour, MoonWhite and MoonRock Grey interior leather upholstery, a carrier system for two bicycles (integrated into the interior).[7][8]
The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 OutDoor in Friedrichshafen,[9] followed by 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show,[10][11] followed by 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.[12][13]
Initial release
BMW 2 Series Coupe (F22, 2014-)
Although it was the successor of the 1-Series coupe, it is continuing the BMW 02 coupes as a successor in that segment. The name, 2-Series, is based on BMW's rationalization of its model designations reserving odd numbers for 4-door sedans and even numbers for 2-door coupes and coupe-like cars. Currently at launch, there are the basic models 218d, 220d, 220i, 225d, and the range-topping BMW M235i internationally.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2014 North American International Auto Show,[14][15] followed by 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014.[16]
Early models include the 220i, M235i (326PS), and 220d.[17] 218d (143PS), 225d (218PS) were added in March 2014.[18] 228i (245PS), M235i xDrive (326PS) were added in summer of 2014.[19]
Early American and Canadian models include the 228i (243PS) and M235i (324PS).[20][21]
UK models went on sale in March 2014. Early models included 220i (184PS), M235i (326PS), 220d (184PS).[22] 228i was added in summer of 2014.[23]
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45, 2014-)
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is the first front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout vehicle sold under BMW vehicle brand, designed to compete directly with the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. xDrive will be offered, as an option. The design is based on the BMW Concept Active Tourer, and is mechanically-related to the MINI Countryman, also built by BMW.
The vehicle was unveiled in 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014,[24] followed by 2014 Canadian International Auto Show,[25] 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014,[26] 22nd Auto Mobil International Leipzig 2014.[27]
Early models included 218i, 225i, 218d (150PS).[28][29] 220d (190PS) was set to arrive in September 2014, followed by 220i (192PS) in November 2014.[30]
The ordering of UK models began in 2014-05-16, with deliveries expected to begin in 2014-09-27. Early UK models included 218i (136PS), 218d (143PS). From November 2014, M Sport specification (including 18-inch M Sport alloy wheels, Dakota leather upholstery, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, Aluminium hexagon interior trim, M Sport aerodynamic styling, M Sport suspension and M Sport interior styling enhancements) becomes available.[31][32]
Equipment
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer M Sport Package
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer M Sport Package includes exclusive Estoril Blue body colour, M Aerodynamics package, M Sport suspension, 17 or 18-inch M light-alloy wheels, M leather steering wheel. The 225i Active Tourer with M Sport Package was unveiled in 2014 Geneva Motor Show.[33]
2015 BMW 228i Coupe Track Handling Package
2015 BMW 228i Coupe Track Handling Package, which included Adaptive M Suspension with 10mm lower height, Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires on unique 18-inch light-alloy wheels, BMW Variable Sport Steering with mechanical steering rack, and M Sport Brakes (fixed four-piston front calipers, two-piston rear calipers, 13.4/13.6-inch front/rear brake discs, dark blue calipers with M logo), was set to be available in July 2014 (production) for both 6-speed manual and 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission-equipped BMW 228i Coupe models. The 2015 BMW 228i with Track Handling Package was unveiled in 2014 New York International Auto Show.[34]
Body styles
| Model | Coupé | Active Tourer |
|---|---|---|
| 218i (136PS) | ? | 2014- |
| 220i (184PS) | 2014– | ? |
| 220i (192PS) | ? | 2014– |
| 225i (231PS) | ? | 2014- |
| 228i (243PS) | 2014– | ? |
| 228i (245PS) | 2014– | ? |
| M235i (324PS) | 2014– | ? |
| M235i (326PS) | 2014– | ? |
| M235i xDrive (326PS) | 2014– | ? |
| 218d (143PS) | 2014- | ? |
| 218d (150PS) | ? | 2014- |
| 220d (184PS) | 2014– | ? |
| 220d (190PS) | ? | 2014- |
| 225d (218PS) | 2014- | ? |
Engines
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque@rpm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218i (136PS) | 2014– | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 twin scroll turbo (B38B15) | 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp)@4500–6000, 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft)@1250 |
| 220i (184PS) | 2014– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo (N20B20U0) | 184 PS (135 kW; 181 hp)@5000–6250, 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft)@1250–4500 |
| 220i (192PS) | 2014– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo (B48B20M0) | 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp)@?, 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft)?@? |
| 225i (231PS) | 2014– | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo (N20B20) | 231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)@4750–6000, 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft)@1250 |
| 228i (243PS) | 2014– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo (N20B20) | 243 PS (179 kW; 240 hp)@5000–6500, 346 N⋅m (255 lb⋅ft)@1250–4800 |
| 228i (245PS) | 2014– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo (N20B20U0) | 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp)@5000–6500, 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft)@1250–4800 |
| M235i (324PS) | 2014– | 2,979 cc (181.8 cu in) I6 twin scroll turbo (N55B30) | 324 PS (238 kW; 320 hp)@5800–6000, 447 N⋅m (330 lb⋅ft)@1300–4500 |
| M235i (326PS) | 2014– | 2,979 cc (181.8 cu in) I6 twin scroll turbo (N55B30O0) | 326 PS (240 kW; 322 hp)@5800–6000, 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft)@1300–4500 |
| M235i xDrive (326PS) | 2014– | 2,979 cc (181.8 cu in) I6 twin scroll turbo (N55B30O0) | 326 PS (240 kW; 322 hp)@5800–6000, 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft)@1300–4500 |
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque@rpm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218d (143PS) | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (N47D20U1) | 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp)@4000, 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft)@1750–2500 |
| 218d (150PS) | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)@4000, 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft)@1750–2250 |
| 220d (184PS) | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (N47D20O1) | 184 PS (135 kW; 181 hp)@4000, 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)@1750–2750 |
| 220d (190PS) | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp)@4000, 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1750–2500 |
| 225d (218PS) | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (N47D20T1) | 218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp)@4400, 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft)@1500–2500 |
Transmissions
| Model | Years | Types |
|---|---|---|
| 218i (136PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic |
| 220i (184PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual (I-270-Turbo), 8-speed automatic with Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
| 225i (231PS) | 2014- | 8-speed automatic |
| 228i (243PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual, 8-speed sport automatic (Steptronic [without paddle shifters] is a no-cost option) |
| 228i (245PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual (I-270-Turbo), 8-speed Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
| M235i (324PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual, 8-speed sport automatic (Steptronic?) |
| M235i (326PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual (K), 8-speed automatic with Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
| M235i xDrive (326PS) | 2014- | 8-speed Steptronic |
| Model | Years | Types |
|---|---|---|
| 218d (143PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual (K weit), 8-speed automatic with Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
| 218d (150PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic |
| 220d (184PS) | 2014- | 6-speed manual (K weit), 8-speed automatic with Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
| 225d (218PS) | 2014- | 8-speed automatic with Steptronic (ZF 8HP45) |
Marketing
As part of BMW i Brand Campaign in the US, a BMW 2 Series TV commercial titled 'Torch' was premiered leading up to and during NBC's broadcast of the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games.[39]
References
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer breaks with tradition, goes front-wheel drive
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer hints at future plug-in 1 Series
- ^ Combines comfort and functionality with dynamic performance and style: the BMW Concept Active Tourer.
- ^ BMW at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
- ^ BMW at the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show 2013.
- ^ BMW at Auto Shanghai 2013.
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor.
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor enjoys a day in the sun
- ^ World premiere of the BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor at the exhibition OutDoor 2013.
- ^ BMW at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA).
- ^ 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show: BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor
- ^ Tokyo motor show 2013: BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor
- ^ BMW at the Tokyo Motor Show 2013.
- ^ BMW 2 Series Coupe and M235i unveiled in full - Paul Tan
- ^ BMW at the 2014 NAIAS Detroit.
- ^ BMW at the 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014.
- ^ A new dimension in dynamics. The BMW 2 Series Coupe.
- ^ BMW model upgrade measures from the spring of 2014.
- ^ BMW model upgrade measures from the summer of 2014.
- ^ BMW at the 2014 NAIAS Detroit.
- ^ The All-New BMW 2 Series Coupe.
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Coupé.
- ^ BMW model debuts and upgrades for summer 2014.
- ^ BMW at the 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014.
- ^ BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is the world's first front-drive Bimmer
- ^ BMW at the 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014.
- ^ BMW at the 22nd Auto Mobil International Leipzig 2014.
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
- ^ Specifications of the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, 02/2014.
- ^ BMW modular engines: B37, B38, B47 and B48
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
- ^ BMW model debuts and upgrades for summer 2014.
- ^ BMW 225i Active Tourer with M Sport Package
- ^ The BMW 228i Coupe with Track Handling Package
- ^ Specifications BMW 2 Series Coupe, 03/2014.
- ^ Specifications of the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, 02/2014.
- ^ Specifications BMW 2 Series Coupe M235i xDrive, 228i, valid from 07/2014.
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Coupé press pack.
- ^ BMW Debuts BMW i Brand Campaign During NBC’s Broadcast of the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games.