What's on this page
BMW 218i
BMW 218i Reviews
BMW 218i Gran Coupe 2023 review
BMW 218i Gran Coupe 2020 review: snapshot
BMW 2 Series 2020 review: Gran Coupe
BMW 2 Series 2015 review
BMW 2 Series convertible 2015 review
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 2015 Review
BMW 2 Series Models Price and Specs
The price range for the BMW 2 Series varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $62,100 and going to $96,000 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 1.5L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $62,100 | $83,800 | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $68,800 | $96,000 | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1.5L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $53,790 | $89,320 | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $60,500 | $103,180 | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $50,380 | $85,690 | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $54,340 | $88,440 | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $57,860 | $98,560 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 1.5L, Hyb/PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $45,210 | $80,960 | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $45,430 | $94,600 | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $52,360 | $85,250 | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $37,730 | $73,810 | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 2.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $41,470 | $51,480 | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $41,470 | $72,710 | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $48,070 | $81,510 | |
BMW 218i Seats
The 2 Series Gran Coupe has five seats and they fold 60/40 split. They are lowered via levers in the boot and there is a fold-down armrest in the second row.
BMW 2 Series Dimensions
The dimensions of the BMW 218i Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 1420x1800x4526 mm | 152 mm | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1420x1800x4526 mm | 152 mm | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 1420x1800x4526 mm | 152 mm | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 1420x1800x4526 mm | 152 mm | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 1420x1800x4526 mm | 152 mm | |
BMW 218i Colours
'Alpine White', 'Black Sapphire', 'Melbourne Red', 'M Misano Blue', 'Skyscraper Grey', 'Storm Bay Metallic', 'Frozen Pure Grey Metallic'.
- Alpine White
- Black Sapphire
- Melbourne Red
- M Misano Blue
- Skyscraper Grey
- Storm Bay Metallic
- Frozen Pure Grey Metallic
BMW 218i Speed
The 2 Series Gran Coupe can cover 0-100km/h in 8.7 seconds for the entry level 218i, while the top-spec M235i xDrive is much quicker at 4.9sec.
BMW 218i Interior
The interior of the 2 Series Gran Coupe will be familiar to anyone who has been in a 1 Series hatchback. It is modern, but unmistakably BMW in execution. All functions come to hand easily and there is something premium about the look and the feel. Depending on the grade there are options to jazz up the trim. It is spacious enough for a small car and the onboard tech, like the digital instrument cluster and multimedia system, are excellent.
BMW 2 Series Fuel Consumption
The BMW 218i is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by —, PULP and Hyb/PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 5.9L/100km for Sedan /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | Hyb/PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | Hyb/PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | Hyb/PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 5.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
BMW 218i Boot Space
The 2 Series Gran Coupe sedan has capacity for 430 litres of cargo, which is more than the 380L capacity of the related 1 Series hatchback.
BMW 2 Series VS the competition
BMW 2 Series Towing Capacity
The BMW 218i has maximum towing capacity of 1300kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 1300kg | 1300kg | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 0kg | 1300kg | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 0kg | 1300kg | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 0kg | 1300kg | |
BMW 2 Series Wheel Size
The BMW 218i has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x40 R18 for Sedan in 2024.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 225x40 R18 | — | 225x40 R18 | — | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 225x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | 225x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
