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2022 BMW 2-series Review and Specifications – Pricing, Competitors

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Our Review

In our (humble) opinion, the 2022 BMW 2-series is close to having the perfect ride of any small luxury coupe on the market. That may sound like an audacious statement, but BMW took a bold step forward this year, giving the 2 Series a more aggressive look and improved performance from previous generations. Its turbocharged engines include a 255-hp four-cylinder (230i models) and a 382-hp straight-six (M240i) and are available with rear- or all-wheel drive. Though the manual transmission and convertible body style are now a thing of the past, the 2022 2-series coupe is just as enjoyable to drive and even more balanced and nimble on the road. With a slightly more aggressive look and fresh modern interior, the 2022 BMW 2-series exceeds expectations as one of BMW's most fun and affordable vehicles.

2022 2 Series 230i 2dr Coupe - $36,350
2022 2 Series M240i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD - $48,550

The 2022 BMW 230i features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 255 horsepower and 295 lbs of torque and a silky smooth 8-speed transmission. The 230i runs a 0-60 mph in 5.1 seconds and a quarter mile in 13.7 seconds at 101 mph. The M240i features a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six that produces 382 horsepower and 369 lbs of torque. The M240i reaches 60 mph in a smoking fast 3.6 seconds and has a quarter mile time of 11.8 seconds at 122 mph. The BMW 230i has optional 19-inch wheels on performance tires, upgraded brakes, a variable-ratio steering system, and an electronically controlled rear differential. These features come standard on the M240i.

While not earth-shattering, the vehicle's interior features high-quality materials and overall is pretty nice for a sports coupe. It's been reported by many owners that the front seats could be more supportive. A set of analog gauges are standard, with an optional 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and heads-up display available. The rear seat is useless, although most buyers aren't purchasing a BMW 2 series to shuttle their kids back and forth to soccer games. Trunk space is also limited, but this is a tradeoff for owning an incredibly nimble coupe.

The 2022 BMW 2-series offers an excellent infotainment and connectivity system. You can choose between an 8.8-inch or 10.3-inch touchscreen, steering wheel controls, and voice commands. Shortcut buttons surround the rotary controller on the center console, and there's even a physical volume knob. Every model includes a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 10-speaker stereo. You can upgrade to an optional 14-speaker, 464-watt Harman Kardon setup if you want more audio power.

The 2022 BMW 2-series comes standard with various safety and driver assistance features. These include blind-spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, and a self-parking assist. The 2-series can also be optioned with adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology. The car has been crash-tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Key safety features include:

  • Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
  • Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist
  • Available adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology
  • The 2022 BMW 2-series offers a limited warranty that covers four years or 50,000 miles and a powertrain warranty that covers four years or 50,000 miles. Additionally, BMW offers complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles. BMW's coverage is highly competitive compared to other luxury automakers and is a perk that Mercedes-Benz does not offer.

  • Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
  • Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles
  • Price Comparison

    2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class - $33,950
    2022 Cadillac CT4 - $34,890
    2022 BMW 2 Series - $36,350
    2022 Audi A3 - $36,800
    2022 Lexus RC - $46,825

    Vehicle Rating

    8.5

    Out of 10

    Superb handling
    Reasonably priced for its segment
    Just plain fun to drive
    Back seat is essentially useless for passengers
    No manual transmission
    Poor trunk space

    Recalls, Complaints and Safety Issues

    Safety Recalls - NHTSA
    What are NHTSA safety recalls?
    There are no safety recalls for the 2022 230i
    There are no safety recalls for the 2022 M240i
    Customer Complaints - NHTSA
    What are NHTSA customer complaints?
    There are no customer complaints for the 2022 230i
    There are no customer complaints for the 2022 M240i
    BMW Service Information Bulletins (SIBs)
    What are BMW SIBs?
    There are 25 BMW Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) for this vehicle.
    There are no BMW Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) for this vehicle.

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    84 10 22

    SIB Date:
    2022-09-22

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    2022-09-20

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    2022-09-14

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    2022-09-06

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    2022-05-20

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    2022-05-18

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    2022-08-18

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    2022-05-09

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    2022-05-05

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    2022-06-09

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    2022-08-01

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    2022-05-20

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    2022-08-01

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    2022-04-29

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    2022-03-27

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    2022-02-14

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    2022-02-10

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    2021-12-22

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    2021-11-24

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    2021-11-24

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    2021-12-22

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    2021-12-21

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    2021-10-28

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    84 03 21

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    2021-10-19

    Vehicle Specifications

    Starting MSRP - $36,350
    Overview
    Engine Type - Gas
    Transmission - 8-speed shiftable automatic
    Drive Type - Rear wheel drive
    Cylinders - Inline 4
    Total Seating - 4
    Basic Warranty - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Fuel & MPG
    Fuel type - Premium unleaded (required)
    EPA city/highway MPG - 26/35 MPG
    EPA combined MPG - 29 MPG
    Range in miles (city/hwy) - 356.2/479.5 mi.
    Fuel tank capacity - 13.7 gal.
    Engine
    Base engine size - 2.0 L
    Cylinders - Inline 4
    Base engine type - Gas
    Horsepower - 255 hp @ 5,000 rpm
    Torque - 295 lb-ft @ 1,550 rpm
    Valves - 16
    Cam type - Double overhead cam (DOHC)
    Valve timing - Variable
    Direct injection - yes
    Towing & Hauling
    Max Payload Capacity - 754 lbs.
    Drivetrain
    Transmission - 8-speed shiftable automatic
    Drive type - Rear wheel drive
    Suspension
    Four-wheel independent suspension - yes
    Front and rear stabilizer bar - yes
    Dimensions
    Length - 179.0 in.
    Overall width with mirrors - 81.4 in.
    Overall width without mirrors - 72.4 in.
    Height - 54.8 in.
    Wheelbase - 107.9 in.
    Cargo capacity, all seats in place - 10.0 cu.ft.
    Turning circle - 36.4 ft.
    Ground clearance - 5.0 in.
    Curb weight - 3,519 lbs.
    Maximum payload - 754 lbs.
    Gross weight - 4,398 lbs.
    Colors
    Exterior Colors -
    • Black Sapphire Metallic
    • Melbourne Red Metallic
    • Alpine White
    • Portimao Blue Metallic
    • Mineral White Metallic
    • Jet Black
    • Thundernight Metallic
    • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
    Interior Colors -
    • Black SensaTec, leatherette
    • Oyster Vernasca, leather
    • Black Vernasca, leather
    • Tacora Red Vernasca, leather
    • Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather
    • Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette
    • Cognac SensaTec, leatherette
    Front Seat Dimensions
    Front head room - 39.8 in.
    Front leg room - 41.8 in.
    Front shoulder room - 55.9 in.
    Leatherette - yes
    Sport front seats - yes
    Height adjustable driver seat - yes
    Driver seat thigh extension - yes
    Height adjustable passenger seat - yes
    Rear Seat Dimensions
    Rear head room - 35.0 in.
    Rear leg room - 32.2 in.
    Rear shoulder room - 51.7 in.
    Split-folding rear seatback - yes
    Safety
    Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system - yes
    Pre-collision safety system - yes
    Post-collision safety system - yes
    Dual front side-mounted airbags - yes
    Front and rear head airbags - yes
    Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation - yes
    Stability control - yes
    Traction control - yes
    Child seat anchors - yes
    4-wheel ABS - yes
    Brake drying - yes
    Front and rear ventilated disc brakes - yes
    Emergency braking preparation - yes
    Emergency braking assist - yes
    Tire pressure monitoring - yes
    Dusk sensing headlamps - yes
    Auto delay off headlamps - yes
    LED headlamp - yes
    Daytime running lights - yes
    Turn signal mirrors - yes
    2 front headrests - yes
    2 rear headrests - yes
    Rear folding headrests - yes
    Remote anti-theft alarm system - yes
    Engine immobilizer - yes
    In-Car Entertainment
    AM/FM stereo - yes
    205 watts stereo output - yes
    10 total speakers - yes
    USB connection - yes
    USB with external media control - yes
    Satellite radio satellite radio - yes
    12 months of provided satellite radio service - yes
    Speed sensitive volume control - yes
    Power Feature
    2 one-touch power windows - yes
    Remote keyless power door locks - yes
    Heated mirrors - yes
    Comfort & Convenience
    Keyless ignition - yes
    Tilt and telescopic steering wheel - yes
    Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel - yes
    Electric power steering - yes
    Rear view camera - yes
    Front and rear parking sensors - yes
    Cruise control - yes
    Front and rear cupholders - yes
    Front door pockets - yes
    Front seatback storage - yes
    Leather steering wheel - yes
    Three zone climate control - yes
    Rear ventilation ducts - yes
    Interior air filtration - yes
    Dual vanity mirrors - yes
    Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror - yes
    Turn signal in mirrors - yes
    Instrumentation
    Trip computer - yes
    Compass - yes
    External temperature display - yes
    Tachometer - yes
    Clock - yes
    Tires & Wheels
    Painted alloy wheels - yes
    18 x 7.5 in. wheels - yes
    All season tires - yes
    225/45R H tires - yes
    Telematics
    Emergency Service - yes
    Airbag Deployment Notification - yes
    Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance - yes
    Hands-Free Calling - yes
    Roadside Assistance - yes
    Concierge Service - yes
    Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation) - yes
    Destination Download - yes
    Mobile Internet (Browser) - yes
    Warranty
    Basic - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Drivetrain - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Rust - 12 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Roadside - 4 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Mechanical Options
    M Sport Brakes w/Blue Calipers - +$0
    M Sport Brakes w/Red Calipers - +$0
    Remote Engine Start - +$300
    Packages
    Parking Assistance Package - +$700
    Dynamic Handling Package - +$1,900
    M Sport Package - +$3,250
    Premium Package - +$4,050
    Shadowline Package - +$850
    Premium Package 2 - +$3,350
    Convenience Package - +$1,400
    Interior Options
    Drive Recorder - +$100
    Satellite Radio Preparation - +$0
    Lumbar Support - +$350
    Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel - +$550
    Universal Garage Door Opener - +$200
    Harman Kardon Surround Sound System - +$875
    Live Cockpit Pro - +$900
    Moonroof Deletion - -$800
    Exterior Options
    18" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    Extended Shadowline Trim - +$300
    19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels w/All-Season Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/All-Season Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/All-Season Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" M Double-Spoke Black Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    Starting MSRP - $48,550
    Overview
    Engine Type - Gas
    Transmission - 8-speed shiftable automatic
    Drive Type - All wheel drive
    Cylinders - Inline 6
    Total Seating - 4
    Basic Warranty - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Fuel & MPG
    Fuel type - Premium unleaded (recommended)
    EPA city/highway MPG - 23/32 MPG
    EPA combined MPG - 26 MPG
    Range in miles (city/hwy) - 315.1/438.4 mi.
    Fuel tank capacity - 13.7 gal.
    Engine
    Base engine size - 3.0 L
    Cylinders - Inline 6
    Base engine type - Gas
    Horsepower - 382 hp @ 5,800 rpm
    Torque - 369 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
    Valves - 24
    Cam type - Double overhead cam (DOHC)
    Valve timing - Variable
    Direct injection - yes
    Towing & Hauling
    Max Payload Capacity - 840 lbs.
    Drivetrain
    Transmission - 8-speed shiftable automatic
    Drive type - All wheel drive
    Center and rear limited slip differential - yes
    Suspension
    Four-wheel independent suspension - yes
    Front and rear stabilizer bar - yes
    Dimensions
    Length - 179.4 in.
    Overall width with mirrors - 81.4 in.
    Overall width without mirrors - 72.4 in.
    Height - 55.3 in.
    Wheelbase - 107.9 in.
    Cargo capacity, all seats in place - 10.0 cu.ft.
    Turning circle - 38.2 ft.
    Ground clearance - 5.0 in.
    Curb weight - 3,871 lbs.
    Maximum payload - 840 lbs.
    Gross weight - 4,773 lbs.
    Colors
    Exterior Colors -
    • Black Sapphire Metallic
    • Melbourne Red Metallic
    • Alpine White
    • Thundernight Metallic
    • Portimao Blue Metallic
    • Mineral White Metallic
    • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
    Interior Colors -
    • Canberra Beige SensaTec, leatherette
    • Cognac SensaTec, leatherette
    • Black SensaTec, leatherette
    • Oyster Vernasca, leather
    • Black Vernasca, leather
    • Tacora Red Vernasca, leather
    • Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching, leather
    Front Seat Dimensions
    Front head room - 38.1 in.
    Front leg room - 41.8 in.
    Front shoulder room - 55.9 in.
    Leatherette - yes
    Sport front seats - yes
    Height adjustable driver seat - yes
    Driver seat thigh extension - yes
    Height adjustable passenger seat - yes
    Rear Seat Dimensions
    Rear head room - 34.7 in.
    Rear leg room - 32.2 in.
    Rear shoulder room - 51.7 in.
    Split-folding rear seatback - yes
    Safety
    Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system - yes
    Pre-collision safety system - yes
    Post-collision safety system - yes
    Dual front side-mounted airbags - yes
    Front and rear head airbags - yes
    Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation - yes
    Stability control - yes
    Traction control - yes
    Child seat anchors - yes
    4-wheel ABS - yes
    Brake drying - yes
    Front and rear ventilated disc brakes - yes
    Emergency braking preparation - yes
    Emergency braking assist - yes
    Tire pressure monitoring - yes
    Dusk sensing headlamps - yes
    Auto delay off headlamps - yes
    LED headlamp - yes
    Daytime running lights - yes
    Turn signal mirrors - yes
    2 front headrests - yes
    2 rear headrests - yes
    Rear folding headrests - yes
    Remote anti-theft alarm system - yes
    Engine immobilizer - yes
    In-Car Entertainment
    AM/FM stereo - yes
    205 watts stereo output - yes
    10 total speakers - yes
    USB connection - yes
    USB with external media control - yes
    Satellite radio satellite radio - yes
    12 months of provided satellite radio service - yes
    Speed sensitive volume control - yes
    Power Feature
    2 one-touch power windows - yes
    Hands-free entry - yes
    Heated mirrors - yes
    Comfort & Convenience
    Keyless ignition - yes
    Tilt and telescopic steering wheel - yes
    Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel - yes
    Electric power steering - yes
    Rear view camera - yes
    Front and rear parking sensors - yes
    Cruise control - yes
    Front and rear cupholders - yes
    Front door pockets - yes
    Front seatback storage - yes
    Leather steering wheel - yes
    Three zone climate control - yes
    Rear ventilation ducts - yes
    Interior air filtration - yes
    Dual illuminating vanity mirrors - yes
    Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror - yes
    Turn signal in mirrors - yes
    Instrumentation
    Trip computer - yes
    Compass - yes
    External temperature display - yes
    Tachometer - yes
    Clock - yes
    Tires & Wheels
    Painted alloy wheels - yes
    19 x 8.0 in. wheels - yes
    225/40R H tires - yes
    Run flat tires - yes
    Telematics
    Emergency Service - yes
    Airbag Deployment Notification - yes
    Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance - yes
    Hands-Free Calling - yes
    Roadside Assistance - yes
    Concierge Service - yes
    Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation) - yes
    Destination Download - yes
    Mobile Internet (Browser) - yes
    Warranty
    Basic - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Drivetrain - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Rust - 12 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Roadside - 4 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Mechanical Options
    Remote Engine Start - +$300
    M Sport Brakes w/Red Calipers - +$0
    Packages
    Parking Assistance Package - +$700
    Cooling and High Performance Tire Package - +$2,400
    Premium Package - +$2,750
    Shadowline Package - +$400
    Interior Options
    Drive Recorder - +$100
    Satellite Radio Preparation - +$0
    Lumbar Support - +$350
    Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel - +$550
    Universal Garage Door Opener - +$200
    Illuminated M Trim - +$200
    Harman Kardon Surround Sound System - +$875
    Live Cockpit Pro - +$900
    Exterior Options
    19" M Double-Spoke Cerium Grey Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels w/All-Season Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    AG Standard Wheel and Tire - +$0
    BMW M 50 Years Emblems - +$200
    19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    19" M Double-Spoke Cerium Grey Wheels w/All-Season Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    19" Double-Spoke Cerium Gray Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$0
    19" M Double-Spoke Black Wheels w/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires - +$0
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