BMW 2 Series (F22)
| BMW 2 Series | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Model code | F22 (Coupé) F23 (Convertible) |
| Production | 2014–2021 |
| Assembly | Germany: Leipzig (BMW Leipzig Plant) |
| Designer | Christopher Weil[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact executive car (C) |
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| Layout | |
| Related | BMW 1 Series (F20) |
| Powertrain | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm (105.9 in) |
| Length | 4,432 mm (174.5 in) |
| Width | 1,774 mm (69.8 in) |
| Height | 1,418 mm (55.8 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,340–1,685 kg (2,954–3,715 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW 1 Series (E82/E88) |
| Successor | BMW 2 Series (G42) |
The first generation of the coupé and convertible range of the BMW 2 Series subcompact executive car consists of the BMW 2 Series (F22) for the coupé version and BMW 2 Series (F23) for the convertible version. The F22/F23 was in production from November 2013 through 2021 and is often collectively referred to as the F22.
The F22 was released as the successor to the E82 1 Series coupé and E88 1 Series convertible. It is currently produced in Leipzig, previously alongside the F20 1 Series hatchback range.[2]
The high-performance F87 M2 model was produced in the coupe body style. It is powered by the BMW N55 and BMW S55 turbocharged inline-six engines.
The United States was the most popular market for the 2 Series, accounting for one-third of all sales, followed by Germany and Great Britain.[3]
Development and launch
The coupé model premiered at the 2014 North American International Auto Show, with sales beginning in March 2014.[4] The convertible model premiered later in October at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, and launched in February 2015.[5] The exterior design was led by Christopher Weil.[1]
The F22 2 Series has a 50:50 weight distribution and features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a five-link rear suspension.[6] Compared to the E82 1 Series coupé, the F22 2 Series is 72 mm (2.8 in) longer, 26 mm (1.0 in) wider, and 5 mm (0.2 in) lower.[7] The 2 Series also has 6 mm (0.2 in) more front headroom and 21 mm (0.8 in) more rear legroom, and has an additional 20 litres (0.71 cu ft) trunk space at 390 litres (14 cu ft).[8] The 2 Series has a reduced drag coefficient of 0.29 Cd for the 220i Coupé.[9]
Convertible models feature a 20% increase in rigidity compared to the E88 1 Series convertible and feature an electric convertible top that can be raised or lowered in 20 seconds at speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph).[10]
All models meet the Euro 6 exhaust emissions standard.[11]
Body styles
Coupé (F22)
Convertible (F23)
Equipment
Standard equipment includes automatic climate control, iDrive with a 6.5-inch display, and 60:40 split folding rear seats.[12] The 2 Series is available in Sport Line, Modern Line, and M Sport trim.[13] Sport line models feature gloss black exterior trim, while Modern line models feature aluminium exterior trim.[14] M Sport models feature a 10 mm (0.4 in) lower suspension, sport seats, and M exterior styling.[15]
218-230 with the M Sport trim and M235-240 models can be fitted with M Performance Parts. These include a splitter, side skirts, lip spoiler and diffuser.
Optional equipment includes automatic parking, traffic sign recognition, a Harman Kardon HiFi system, and Apple CarPlay.[16] Models are also available with iDrive Professional Navigation which features a larger 8.8-inch display with a built-in SIM card with LTE support, allowing for automatic over-the-air updates for live traffic information and on-street parking information.[17]
Models
Petrol engines
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 218i | 2015–2020 | B38A15M0 1.5 L I3 turbo |
100 kW (134 hp) at 4,500–6,000 rpm |
220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,250 rpm |
8.9 s |
| 220i | 2014–2016 | N20B20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
135 kW (181 hp) at 5,000–6,250 rpm |
270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,500 rpm |
7.0 s |
| 2016–2021 | B48B20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,500 rpm |
7.2 s | ||
| 228i | 2014–2016 | N20B20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
180 kW (241 hp) at 5,000–6,500 rpm |
350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,800 rpm |
5.7 s |
| 230i | 2016–2021 | B48B20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
185 kW (248 hp) at 5,200 rpm |
350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,450–4,800 rpm |
5.6 s |
| M235i/M235i xDrive | 2014–2016 | N55B30O0 3.0 L I6 turbo |
240 kW (322 hp) at 5,800–6,000 rpm |
450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft) at 1,300–4,500 rpm |
4.7/4.5 s |
| M240i/M240i xDrive | 2016–2021 | B58B30O0 3.0 L I6 turbo |
250 kW (335 hp) at 5,500 rpm |
500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at 1,520–4,500 rpm |
4.6/4.4 s |
| M2 | 2015–2018 | N55B30T0 3.0 L I6 turbo |
272 kW (365 hp) at 6,500 rpm |
465 N⋅m (343 lb⋅ft) at 1,450–4,750 rpm |
4.3 s |
| M2 Competition | 2018–2021 | S55 3.0 L I6 twin turbo |
302 kW (405 hp) at 5,370–7,200 rpm |
550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) at 2,350–5,230 rpm |
4.2 s |
| M2 CS | 2020 | S55 3.0 L I6 twin turbo |
331 kW (444 hp) at 6250 rpm |
550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) at 2,350–5,500 rpm |
4.0 s |
Diesel engines
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 218d | 2014–2015 | N47D20O1 2.0 L I4 turbo |
105 kW (141 hp) at 4,000 rpm |
320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm |
8.6 s |
| 2015– | B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
110 kW (148 hp) at 4,000 rpm |
320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) at 1,500–3,000 rpm |
8.2 s | |
| 220d | 2014–2015 | N47D20O1 2.0 L I4 turbo |
135 kW (181 hp) at 4,000 rpm |
380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,750 rpm |
7.1 s |
| 2015– | B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo |
140 kW (188 hp) at 4,000 rpm |
400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm | ||
| 225d | 2014–2015 | N47D20T1 2.0 L I4 twin turbo |
160 kW (215 hp) at 4,400 rpm |
450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft) at 1,500–2,500 rpm |
6.3 s |
| 2015–2019 | B47D20 2.0 L I4 twin turbo |
165 kW (221 hp) at 4,400 rpm |
450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft) at 1,500–3,000 rpm |
6.2 s |
BMW M2
M2 (F87)
In November 2015, BMW unveiled their high-performance version of the 2 Series, the M2, with sales beginning in 2016 and only being available as a 2-door coupe.[18][19] The Competition replaced the standard car in 2018[20][21] with the CS being revealed in November 2019 and sales beginning in March 2020, with 2,200 units planned.[22]
Special variants
M235i Track Edition
For 2015 BMW sold the M235i Track Edition as a limited production model in certain markets. In Canada, it was limited to 50 units. It came with the same N55B30 engine as the standard M235i, but was equipped with a limited-slip differential, M Performance suspension, and M Performance exhaust, while power seat motors and the sunroof were eliminated to save weight. Other changes included special wheels, carbon mirror caps, a trunk lip spoiler, and a full M Performance aerodynamics package.[23][24]
Model year changes
2016
The following changes were available from summer 2016:
- Engine in 4-cylinder models upgraded to B48B20 2.0 L I4 turbo
- Engine in 6-cylinder models upgraded to B58B30O0 3.0 L I6 turbo
- iDrive 5.0 system introduced[25]
- Wireless charging option available[26]
2017 facelift
The following changes apply to facelift models, which were launched in July 2017:
- Exterior designed changes including: updated front fascia with hexagonal LED headlights, updated LED taillights, and new alloy designs and exterior paint options[27]
- Interior design changes including: a redesigned dashboard and additional leather and cloth options[28]
2019
- All models now feature darkened rear lights from March 2019[29]
- 225d model discontinued.
Production volumes
The following are production figures for the 2 Series:[30]
| Year | Total |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 41,038 |
| 2015 | 157,144 |
| 2016 | 196,183 |
| 2017 | 181,113 |
| 2018 | 152,215 |
BMW does not break down sales between 2 series variants such as the F22, F23, F87, F45, and F46. The F45 and F46 make up the majority of 2 series sales globally.
Awards
- 2014 Red Dot Good Design Award[31]
- 2014 and 2015 Sport Auto "Best coupé up to €50,000"[32]
- 2015 Auto Zeitung Design Award (compact class convertibles)[33]
- 2015 and 2019 Car and Driver's 10Best[34][35]
- 2016 Auto Bild Sportscars "Sports Car of the Year"[36]
- 2016 Auto motor und sport "Autonis Best New Design" in the compact class[37]
- 2016 and 2017 Car of the Year Japan "Emotional Car of the Year"[38]
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