BMW 2 Series (F22)

This article is about the rear-wheel drive coupé/convertible. For other models, see BMW 2 Series.

BMW 2 Series
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Model codeF22 (Coupé)
F23 (Convertible)
Production2014–2021
AssemblyGermany: Leipzig (BMW Leipzig Plant)
DesignerChristopher Weil[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style
Layout
RelatedBMW 1 Series (F20)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,690 mm (105.9 in)
Length4,432 mm (174.5 in)
Width1,774 mm (69.8 in)
Height1,418 mm (55.8 in)
Kerb weight1,340–1,685 kg (2,954–3,715 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBMW 1 Series (E82/E88)
SuccessorBMW 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

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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

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  • Coupé (F22)
    Coupé (F22)
  • Convertible (F23)
    Convertible (F23)

Equipment

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Interior

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

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Petrol engines

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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

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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

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Main article: BMW M2

M2 (F87)

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BMW 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

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M235i Track Edition

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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

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2016

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The following changes were available from summer 2016:

2017 facelift

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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

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  • All models now feature darkened rear lights from March 2019[29]
  • 225d model discontinued.

Production volumes

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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

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