Planning to become a proud owner of a BMW car? Well, the 2021 BMW 2-Series Coupe is a great way to experience the luxury and performance this German brand offers. The first generation of the 2-Series was made in 2014 in the coupe and convertible body styles. Since then, yearly new models replace previous ones with upgraded features and better performances. The 2021 2-Series is no exception, being an upgraded version of the 2020 BMW 2-Series Coupe, which was one of the reasons why you needed the 2020 BMW 2-Series Coupe then.

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The 2021 model is a compact car that comes with luxurious features and a great price.  The car comes in four trims with powerful engines and elegant interiors. The trims come as either the standard rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive (xDrive) system. With its improved features, the 2021 2-Series Coupe competes excellently with the best in the small luxury car class that it belongs to.

8 It's Compact

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The 2 Series Coupe by dimension is a tiny luxury car. The 230i comes with dimensions of 174.7" x 69.8" x 55.8" and the M240i comes with 175.9" x 69.8" x 55.4". The entire layout of the 2-Series interior is ergonomic and spacious enough to accommodate four tall people. The front seat is easy to get into due to its wide door whereas the back seat is a little tight.

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While the steering wheel is easily adjustable, the pedals are placed optimally for easy foot action. The coupe comes with a spacious trunk to accommodate cargo. This compact car edges other coupes and even some sedans for cargo space. For more space, the back seat can also be folded to get more of that.

7 It Features A Powerful Engine Under The Hood

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Give it to BMW, one of the German Car Trinity members on this one; they packed the 2-Series with enough power to treat any driver to a performance delicacy. The 230i comes with a 2.0-liter turbo line engine that can attain a limited top speed of 130 mph. With an engine with such pull, the 230i can run 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds. Take it for a spin on the highway and see what it can do. It drives smoothly and overtakes with a breeze.

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Drivers who love more power can opt for the xDrive of the 230i. This can run from 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds. Furthermore, speed demons choose the M240i which burns the asphalt at 60 mph in 4.4 seconds (RWD) and 4.2 seconds (AWD). It can fire at a top speed of 155 mph on summer sport tires or 130 mph on regular tires. The powerful engine of this model can generate 335 horsepower and 368 pound-foot torque. Even the standard model's engine produces 248 horsepower and 258 foot-pounds of torque.

6 It's Easy To Handle And Awesome To Drive

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BMW never fails to deliver automobiles with top-notch driving experience. Their cars are always giving the competition a run for their money with every class. Similarly, the 2-Series comes off the shelf with a breathtaking and perfectly balanced driving experience. It performs differently on varying terrains. For instance, on rugged suburb terrains, it drives a little stiff. However, when it gets to corners, the story changes positively - the car transforms into a master of corners.

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With an adaptive M Suspension and M Sport brakes, driving the M240i can be a lot of fun. To turn things up a notch, the car can be driven in Eco Pro and Comfort Mode. At Eco Pro, the driver can drive without stressing the occupant in the passenger seat (meaning plenty of sleep time). At Comfort Mode, the driver gets a smooth gear shift and ride.

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5 It Features A Dashing Exterior

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When it comes to beauty, the 2-Series Coupe answers all the questions of the critics. It's a combination of beauty and the beast. Beautiful in appearance and a beast in performance. Donning a long hood with a short muscular rear end, the car has the physical appearance of the E46 M3 - one of the classic M cars (which ranked number 4 on The 10 Best BMW cars). Though all the trims of the 2-Series differ, yet they all feature LED headlights and taillights then a 105.9-inch wheelbase.

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While the 230i has 17-inch double-spoke wheels and a high gloss black kidney frame, the M240i features 18-inch M double-spoke jet black wheels. It also comes with an M Sport aerodynamics kit. Furthermore, the 230i features a chrome-line exterior trim while the M230i comes with a shadow line exterior trim, black mirror caps, and a cerium grey kidney grille.

4 It Has A Luxurious Interior To Go With That Body

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BMW well known by enthusiasts does not compromise on quality. The story is not different for the 2-Series Coupe. They did not sacrifice quality on the altar of cost. Despite the fact that the 2-Series is the least expensive of their car range, its interior is far from cheap. The seats of the 2-Series are placed low closed to the chassis to make for optimum driving positions.

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The SensaTec upholstery placed in the 230i models and others gives it a contemporary stylish interior look no one can resist. It features a High-gloss Black interior trim while the M240i comes with an Aluminum Hexagon Interior trim. The seat comes in a varying color combination and style for a perfect look. The dashboard is easy to get around but the only issue is its analog instrument array.

3  It's Available In Four Trims

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The BMW 2-Series Coupe comes off the production line in four trims. The four trims vary by engine, drivetrain, and price but all come with 8-speed automatic transmission. The base model is the 230i and it comes with a 2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas engine. It's a rear-wheel-drive that costs $35,900. The next is the 230i xDrive Coupe which features a 2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas engine, an All-Wheel-Drive system, and a price tag of $37,900.

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The third model is the M340i which features a 3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Gas engine. As a Rear-Wheel-Drive, the M340i costs $46,350. The last trim, the M240i xDrive Coupe happens to be the most expensive at a cost of $48,350. It comes equipped with a 3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Gas engine and as an All-Wheel-Drive option.

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2 It's Packed With Premium Features

 

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The 2-Series comes loaded with features that make for an ultimate driving experience. The 230i model comes with a Start/Stop button that controls the engine, ten-way adjustable front seats, windshield with rain-sensors, two-zone automatic climate control, dynamic cruise control, and front and rear park distance control.

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The M240i features a power moonroof, keyless entry, four-way power lumbar adjustment, ambient lighting, auto-dimming rearview mirrors, and three 12-volt power sockets. All these features can be added to the 230i. It also features a robust infotainment system. It comes with a 6.5-inch screen plus Bluetooth and USB connectivity. It has HD radio and SiriusXM satellite radio.

1 It Comes With Several High Tech Safety Features

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When behind the wheels of the 2-Series, BMW wants drivers and passengers to be safe. They take safety seriously hence they equipped the 2-Series with different safety gadgets. For starters, its Impact Sensors act as a circuit breaker - it disconnects the battery, alternator, fuel pump and unlocks the doors during an impact or accident. Hence, the risk of trapping car occupants during an accident is eliminated.

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To further protect passengers and the driver, the car comes equipped with eight airbags, driver and passenger knee bags, front and rear side curtain airbags. The four models come with front and rear parking distance control and LED headlights and foglights. Driver assistance features including forward collision warning with automatic braking, driver attention warning, and lane departure warning are the safety features of the car. With excellent brakes and interactive steering, the driver is abreast of the car's performance in real-time.

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