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2020 BMW 2 Series Trims Comparison

2020 2 Series trim level differences

The 2020 BMW 2 Series is available as either a coupe or convertible in 230i and M240i trims that are mainly distinguished by engines. The 230i coupe is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (248 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque). The M240i gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder (335 hp, 369 lb-ft).

Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. A six-speed manual is available at no additional cost, but it is not offered with the 230i convertible. All-wheel drive is available as an option for all models and requires the automatic transmission.

The 230i coupe's standard features include 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, parking sensors, automatic wipers, selectable drive modes, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, simulated-leather upholstery, power-adjustable front sport seats, driver-seat memory functions, a 6.5-inch infotainment screen, and a seven-speaker sound system.

Standard advanced safety features include forward collision warning with automatic braking at city speeds, lane departure warning and a drowsy driver warning system. The 230i convertible comes with a power-folding fabric top and a mesh wind deflector, but the rear seats feature only a ski pass-through and do not fold flat.

Stepping up to the M240i coupe or convertible adds 18-inch wheels, an auto-dimming driver-side and rearview mirror, a sunroof (coupe only), sporty exterior flourishes, a rear spoiler, a sport exhaust, an adaptive suspension, upgraded brakes and satellite radio.

Many of the M240i's extra features are available as options on the 230i. One major option package to consider is the Premium package, which gets you a navigation system, BMW remote services, Apple CarPlay, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Other add-ons include adaptive headlights, adaptive cruise control, leather upholstery, a universal garage door opener, a wireless charging pad, and a 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system.

Which 2020 2 Series trim does Edmunds recommend?

The vast majority of drivers will find the base 230i to their liking since it has more than enough power and overall performance. Despite its entry-level position, you won't feel as though you're getting anything less than a legitimate BMW.

Compare 2020 2 Series trims side-by-side

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Vehicle
2 Series 230i
2 Series 230i xDrive
2 Series M240i
2 Series M240i xDrive
Vehicle
230i xDrive
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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M240i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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M240i xDrive
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Not Available
Not Available
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Germany
Germany
Germany
Germany
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,520 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,520 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
3.0 l
3.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 6
inline 6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
205/50R17
205/50R17
225/40R18 (FRONT) 245/35R18 (REAR)
225/40R18
Wheel size
17 X 7.5-in
17 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.0-in (Rear)
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
optional
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
23 / 34 / 27 MPG
21 / 31 / 27 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
315 / 466 miles
288 / 425 miles
301 / 411 miles
301 / 411 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
35.8 ft.
37.1 ft.
35.8 ft.
37.1 ft.
Curb weight
3,680 lb.
3,821 lb.
3,856 lb.
3,944 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
5.1 in.
5.1 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
Height
55.6 in.
55.6 in.
55.2 in.
55.2 in.
Length
174.7 in.
174.7 in.
175.9 in.
175.9 in.
Wheelbase
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
Rear Head Room
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
Rear Leg Room
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$57,645
$57,760
$61,714
$62,758
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.77
$0.77
$0.82
$0.84
Depreciation
$16,012
$15,161
$18,212
$19,352
Financing
$4,688
$5,062
$5,782
$6,012
Taxes & Fees
$1,904
$2,042
$2,307
$2,392
Fuel
$11,955
$11,955
$12,901
$12,901
Insurance
$4,407
$4,386
$4,927
$4,041
Maintenance
$10,505
$10,505
$9,411
$9,411
Repairs
$8,174
$8,649
$8,174
$8,649
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Black SensaTec w/Red Highlight, leatherette
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
Black Dakota w/Red Highlight, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Black SensaTec w/Red Highlight, leatherette
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
Black Dakota w/Red Highlight, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Contrast Stitching, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Exterior
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Seaside Blue Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Jet Black
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Seaside Blue Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Jet Black
Estoril Blue Metallic
Long Beach Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Long Beach Blue Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic