BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Overview

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is the least expensive way into the brand in India. It is a compact four door sedan with a sloping coupe roofline. Two petrol variants make up the range, and both are automatic. The car suits buyers who want the badge without the cost of a larger BMW. It slots in below the 3 Series as the entry model.

Under the bonnet sits a 1.5 litre three cylinder turbo petrol engine. It sends power to the front wheels through a seven speed dual clutch automatic. This is the only BMW sedan sold here that drives the front wheels. Most owners will not notice the layout in daily city use. The small engine keeps the nose light and the steering quick.

Prices run from ₹45.30 Lakh for the 218 M Sport to ₹47.20 Lakh for the 218 M Sport Pro, both ex-showroom. The gap between them buys trim and comfort features, not more speed. Both cars carry the M Sport styling package as standard. Weigh the two trims side by side before you decide.

The cabin seats five, though the low roofline makes the middle rear seat tight. Two adults in the back travel in more comfort than three. The 430 litre boot holds a weekend's luggage with room to spare. Four paint finishes are on offer, from Alpine White to M Portimao Blue.

The 2 Series is easy to place in traffic and simple to park. It reads as a young person's BMW rather than a chauffeur car. For a first luxury sedan that stays cheap to run, it makes a fair case against pricier rivals.