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BMW 2 Series Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2017–2023) — First Generation Restyling

The updated first-generation BMW 2 Series covers three quite different bodies: a folding-roof Cabrio, a compact Coupe and a four-door Sedan. Below you will find practical guidance on what the mechanical and equipment choices actually mean day to day.

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BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions

A BMW 2 Series engine can be petrol or diesel, and the layout follows the body. The 220i SDC Cabrio pairs a gasoline unit with a robotic gearbox and rear-wheel drive, while the 218i 1.5 MT Coupe keeps a manual. The 218d 2.0 AT Steptronic Sedan is a front-driven diesel automatic.

Cabrio — BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
220i SDCGasoline1998 cm³184 hpNot provided275 N⋅mRoboticRWD
M240i 3.0 AT SteptronicGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW458 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Coupe — BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions

Coupe BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
M235i 2.0 AT SteptronicGasoline1998 cm³306 hp225 kW450 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
218i 1.5 MTGasoline1499 cm³140 hp103 kW220 N⋅mManualRWD
220d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
218i 1.5 ATGasoline1499 cm³136 hp103 kW224 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
218i 1.5 SDCGasoline1499 cm³136 hp103 kW224 N⋅mRoboticFWD
220i SDCGasoline1998 cm³184 hpNot provided275 N⋅mRoboticRWD
218i 1.5 MTGasoline1499 cm³136 hp103 kW224 N⋅mManualFWD
M240i 3.0 AT SteptronicGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW458 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Sedan — BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions

Sedan BMW 2 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
218i 1.5 MTGasoline1499 cm³136 hp103 kW224 N⋅mManualFWD
216d 1.5 SDCDiesel1496 cm³116 hp85 kW270 N⋅mRoboticFWD
218d 2.0 AT SteptronicDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
218d 2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW350 N⋅mManualFWD
220d 2.0 AT SteptronicDiesel1995 cm³190 hp139 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
220d 2.0 AT SteptronicDiesel1995 cm³190 hp139 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
218i 1.5 SDCGasoline1499 cm³136 hp103 kW224 N⋅mRoboticFWD
M235i 2.0 AT SteptronicGasoline1998 cm³306 hp225 kW458 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
218i 1.5 AT SteptronicGasoline1499 cm³140 hp102 kW220 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

BMW 2 Series Dimensions

Cabrio — BMW 2 Series Dimensions

Cabrio BMW 2 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
220i SDC4432 mm1774 mm1413 mm2690 mm1615 kg2010 kgNot provided
M240i 3.0 AT Steptronic4432 mm1774 mm1413 mm2690 mm1630 kg2060 kg130 mm

Coupe — BMW 2 Series Dimensions

Coupe BMW 2 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
M235i 2.0 AT Steptronic4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1570 kg2105 kg152 mm
218i 1.5 MT4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1350 kg1885 kg152 mm
220d 2.0 AT4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1505 kg2050 kg152 mm
218i 1.5 AT4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1440 kg1870 kg152 mm
218i 1.5 SDC4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1440 kg1870 kg152 mm
220i SDC4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1615 kg2010 kgNot provided
218i 1.5 MT4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1420 kg1850 kg152 mm
M240i 3.0 AT Steptronic4432 mm1774 mm1418 mm2690 mm1485 kg1995 kg130 mm

Sedan — BMW 2 Series Dimensions

Sedan BMW 2 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
218i 1.5 MT4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1425 kg1905 kg152 mm
216d 1.5 SDC4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1505 kg1980 kg152 mm
218d 2.0 AT Steptronic4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1500 kg1985 kg152 mm
218d 2.0 MT4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1500 kg1985 kg152 mm
220d 2.0 AT Steptronic4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1580 kg2050 kg152 mm
220d 2.0 AT Steptronic4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1640 kg2110 kg152 mm
218i 1.5 SDC4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1440 kg1870 kg152 mm
M235i 2.0 AT Steptronic4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1570 kg2105 kg152 mm
218i 1.5 AT Steptronic4526 mm1800 mm1420 mm2670 mm1375 kg1905 kg152 mm

BMW 2 Series Cargo Space

Cabrio — BMW 2 Series Cargo Space

Cabrio BMW 2 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
220i SDC335 l
M240i 3.0 AT Steptronic335 l

Coupe — BMW 2 Series Cargo Space

Coupe BMW 2 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
M235i 2.0 AT Steptronic390 l
218i 1.5 MT390 l
220d 2.0 AT390 l
218i 1.5 AT390 l
218i 1.5 SDC390 l
220i SDC390 l
218i 1.5 MT390 l
M240i 3.0 AT Steptronic390 l

Sedan — BMW 2 Series Cargo Space

Sedan BMW 2 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
218i 1.5 MT430 l
216d 1.5 SDC430 l
218d 2.0 AT Steptronic430 l
218d 2.0 MT430 l
220d 2.0 AT Steptronic430 l
220d 2.0 AT Steptronic430 l
218i 1.5 SDC430 l
M235i 2.0 AT Steptronic430 l
218i 1.5 AT Steptronic430 l

BMW 2 Series Trims and Equipment

BMW 2 Series trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version rather than replacing it. The 218i 1.5 AT Steptronic Sedan, for example, is offered as Sport or M-Sport: the same engine and automatic transmission, but different styling touches, seats and cabin details, so check equipment lists individually.

BMW 2 Series Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
218i 1.5 MTCoupeSport
M235i 2.0 AT SteptronicSedanM-Performance
218i 1.5 AT SteptronicSedanSport
218i 1.5 AT SteptronicSedanM-Sport
218i 1.5 AT SteptronicSedanM-Play