The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has served as the entry-level vehicle for the brand since it went on sale in 2020. It rides on a front-drive-based UKL platform that is shared with Mini to inject the luxury compact segment with more driving flair. For the 2025 model year, the smallest Bavarian gets several updates to warrant a new generation. More than a ‘Life Cycle Impulse’
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe exterior
The 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe keeps the same general shape of the outgoing model. However, it receives a greatly revised front end complete with the latest iteration of the company’s signature grille, bringing the kidneys closer together. Coming around the back, the license plate has moved up to the trunk lid and is flanked by new LED tail lamps, necessitating a massive improvement over the 2024 car’s rear end.
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe exterior
Further enhancing the 2 Series Gran Coupe’s presence on the road is new M Sport styling that is now standard. Ticking the Premium Package allows for a gloss-black roof with certain colors and throws in a panoramic moonroof to go with remote engine start. An M Sport Professional package Package is also available, which includes a rear spoiler along with blackened M Shadowline lights and trim. 18-inch wheels are standard, while a variety of 18- and 19-inch wheels are available, as well as choices of all-season, summer, and high-performance tires. Adaptive M suspension is now on every BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for 2025.Related: Volkswagen’s China crisis: Can the German giant survive the EV price war?The cabin gains BMW’s curved display that now runs on Operating System 9. However, just like the X1, it doesn’t rely on center console controls that mainly comprise a click wheel. This display is touchscreen only.
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe interior
On the plus side, the 2025 2 Series Gran Coupe gets a major equipment boost. BMW is happy to throw in a 12-speaker Harmon/Kardon stereo as standard, along with power heated front seats, auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors, wireless charging, parking assist, active driving assist, keyless entry, lane keep assist, front collision avoidance, a digital key you can use via phone, and eSIM 5G connectivity.
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
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2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 0-60 and engine specsFor 2025, the 2 Series Gran Coupe will launch with BMW’s signature xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system in two flavors: 228 and M235. The 228 xDrive Gran Coupe utilizes an updated 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a dual injection system to make 241 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, the latter of which is available from just 1,500 rpm. The performance-oriented M235 xDrive Gran Coupe uses the same engine, but with a power boost thanks to BMW’s TwinPower technology, it pumps out 312 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm. Both variants are connected to a brand new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. BMW estimates a zero-to-60 time of 5.8 seconds in the 228 xDrive and as little as 4.7 seconds in the M235 xDrive. Related: 2025 BMW 2 Series gets a fresh interior look and improved techFor buyers who don’t need all-wheel-drive, a cheaper, two-wheel-drive 228 sDrive Gran Coupe will arrive in mid-2025. 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pricing and availabilitySpeaking of which, the entry-level Bimmer commands at least forty large. The BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe starts at $42,775 with the destination charge, while the M235 xDrive starts at $50,675. Sticking with the sDrive option will save you $2,000. That may seem like a lot for a compact car based on a Mini, however, BMW is throwing in a lot of previously-optional features as standard equipment to improve value.The updated BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe will go on sale in March 2025. You can build one here.Final thoughtsThe 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe looks to be a promising compact sedan. With an improved design, more standard features, and greater performance, it looks ready to compete with the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class and Audi A3 for sales dominance.Related: 2025 BMW M2 gets more powerful — and lots more colorful