Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 240 hp
- Torque
- 255 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 27 mpg
- Seating
- 4
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 11.8 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,625 lb
- Displacement
- 2 L
- Fuel tank
- 13.7 gal
Builds — 3 for this trimMSRP
2016 BMW 2 Series 228i Specifications & Features
Specifications of the Convertible build. Pick another build above to see its figures.
Engine
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement
2 L
Displacement (cu in)
122 cu in
Cylinders
4
Fuel system
Gasoline Direct Injection
Aspiration
Turbo
Horsepower
240 hp
Horsepower RPM
5,000 rpm
Torque
255 lb-ft
Torque RPM
1,250 rpm
Recommended fuel
Premium
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission detail
Automatic w/OD
Speeds
8
Transmission order code
2TB
Drivetrain
RWD
1st gear ratio
4.71:1
2nd gear ratio
3.14:1
3rd gear ratio
2.11:1
4th gear ratio
1.67:1
5th gear ratio
1.28:1
6th gear ratio
1:1
7th gear ratio
0.84:1
8th gear ratio
0.67:1
Reverse ratio
3.29:1
Final drive ratio
3.08:1
Limited-slip differential
No
0–60 mph
5.7 s
Top speed
130 mph
City MPG
23 mpg
Highway MPG
34 mpg
Combined MPG
27 mpg
Range (city)
315.1 mi
Range (highway)
465.8 mi
Fuel tank
13.7 gal
CO₂ emissions
6.5 tons/yr
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars
Wheelbase
105.9 in
Length
174.7 in
Width (without mirrors)
69.8 in
Height
55.6 in
Front track
59.9 in
Rear track
61.3 in
Turning diameter (curb to curb)
35.8 ft
Seating
4
Front headroom
40.5 in
Front legroom
41.5 in
Front shoulder room
54.4 in
2nd-row headroom
37 in
2nd-row legroom
31.8 in
2nd-row shoulder room
42.2 in
Cargo volume (seats up)
11.8 cu ft
Curb weight
3,625 lb
Front suspension
Strut
Rear suspension
Multi-Link
Steering
Rack-Pinion
Brakes
4-Wheel Disc
ABS
4-Wheel
Front disc brakes
Yes
Rear disc brakes
Yes
Front rotor diameter
12.3 in
Rear rotor diameter
11.4 in
Hill descent control
No
Hill start assist
Yes
Front wheel diameter
17 in
Front wheel width
7 in
Rear wheel diameter
17 in
Rear wheel width
7 in
Front wheel material
Aluminum
Rear wheel material
Aluminum
Front tire size
P205/50HR17
Rear tire size
P205/50HR17
Alternator capacity
170 A
Basic warranty (years)
4 yr
Basic warranty (miles)
50,000 mi
Basic warranty unlimited miles
No
Powertrain warranty (years)
4 yr
Powertrain warranty (miles)
50,000 mi
Powertrain warranty unlimited miles
No
Corrosion warranty (years)
12 yr
Corrosion warranty unlimited miles
Yes
Roadside assistance (years)
4 yr
Free maintenance (years)
4 yr
Free maintenance (miles)
50,000 mi
How the 3 builds differ
Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.
| Coupe | Coupe SULEV | Convertible | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic | Automatic |
| Transmission detail | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
| Speeds | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission order code | ZMT | 2TB | 2TB |
| 1st gear ratio | 4.32:1 | 4.71:1 | 4.71:1 |
| 2nd gear ratio | 2.46:1 | 3.14:1 | 3.14:1 |
| 3rd gear ratio | 1.66:1 | 2.11:1 | 2.11:1 |
| 4th gear ratio | 1.23:1 | 1.67:1 | 1.67:1 |
| 5th gear ratio | 1:1 | 1.28:1 | 1.28:1 |
| 6th gear ratio | 0.85:1 | 1:1 | 1:1 |
| 7th gear ratio | — | 0.84:1 | 0.84:1 |
| 8th gear ratio | — | 0.67:1 | 0.67:1 |
| Reverse ratio | 3.93:1 | 3.29:1 | 3.29:1 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.91:1 | 3.08:1 | 3.08:1 |
| Performance | |||
| 0–60 mph | — | 5.4 s | 5.7 s |
| Top speed | — | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Fuel Economy & Range | |||
| City MPG | 22 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Highway MPG | 34 mpg | 35 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Combined MPG | 26 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Range (city) | 301.4 mi | 315.1 mi | 315.1 mi |
| Range (highway) | 465.8 mi | 479.5 mi | 465.8 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | 6.8 tons/yr | 6.6 tons/yr | 6.5 tons/yr |
| Exterior Dimensions | |||
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.8 in | 55.6 in |
| Interior Dimensions | |||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 40.1 in | 40.5 in |
| 2nd-row headroom | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 37 in |
| 2nd-row legroom | 33 in | 33 in | 31.8 in |
| 2nd-row shoulder room | 53.4 in | 53.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Cargo & Bed | |||
| Cargo volume (seats up) | 13.8 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft | 11.8 cu ft |
| Weight & Capacities | |||
| Curb weight | 3,260 lb | 3,300 lb | 3,625 lb |
2016 BMW 2 Series 228i options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for Convertible. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Packages (9)
- Lighting PackageZLP$900
- Premium PackageZPP$2,250
- Track Handling PackageZTR$2,300
- Cold Weather PackageZCW$700
- Driver Assistance PackageZDA$950
- Driver Assistance PlusZDB$700
- Technology PackageZTP$1,950
- M Sport PackageZMP$2,300
- Luxury PackageZPL$350
Wheels & tires (7)
- Wheels: 17 x 7.0 Light Alloy Y-Spoke (Style 380)2LPIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Light Alloy (Style 384)2L7$600
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 384)2L9$600
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr Ferric Gray21LIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 461M)2PUIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr Light Alloy24PIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Double Spoke (Style 461M)2TSIncluded
Exterior colors (13)
- Alpine White300Included
- Jet Black668Included
- Black Sapphire Metallic475$550
- Melbourne Red MetallicA75$550
- Glacier Silver MetallicA83$550
- Mineral White MetallicA96$550
- Mineral Gray MetallicB39$550
- Deep Sea Blue MetallicA76$550
- Midnight Blue MetallicB38$550
- Valencia Orange MetallicB44$550
- Sparkling Brown MetallicB53$550
- Moonlight Silver MetallicB66$550
- Estoril Blue MetallicB45$550
Interior (10)
- Front Sport Seats481Included
- Non Sport Seats for Luxury PackageZNSIncluded
- Oyster/Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCCXIncluded
- Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCSWIncluded
- Black w/Red Highlight, SensaTec UpholsteryKCL3Included
- Black w/Red Highlight, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCL3$1,550
- Terra, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCB8$1,550
- Oyster, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCOM$1,550
- Black, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCSW$1,550
- Coral Red/Black, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCL5$1,550
Options (17)
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 RrIncluded
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 Rr Super SportIncluded
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 Rr Mixed SummerIncluded
- Tires: P225/40R18 All Season Run-FlatIncluded
- Moonlight Black Soft Top3YA$100
- Brown Soft Top w/Silver Effects3YF$100
- harman/kardon Premium Sound System674$875
- Power Front Seats459$995
- Heated Front Seats494$500
- Sport Leather Steering Wheel w/Black Stitching2XEIncluded
- Black High-Gloss Trim w/Coral Red Matte Accent4LVIncluded
- High-Gloss Black Trim w/Oxide Silver Matte Accent4GDIncluded
- Brushed Aluminum Trim w/Black High-Gloss Accent4FT$350
- Fineline Stream Wood Trim4LC$350
- Aluminum Hexagon Trim w/High Gloss Black Highlight4WGIncluded
- Parking Assistant5DP$500
- Enhanced USB & Bluetooth Plus Smartphone Integration6NS$350
2016 BMW 2 Series 228i standard equipment
Included on every 228i Convertible as delivered.
Entertainment (8)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls and External Memory Control
- Radio: AM/FM/HD Stereo CD/MP3 Player
- 6 Speakers
- Audio Theft Deterrent
- Fixed Diversity Antenna
- Satellite Radio Preparation
- Hi-Fi Sound System
- 1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Exterior (18)
- Wheels: 17 x 7.0 Light Alloy Y-Spoke (Style 380) (STD)
- Tires: P205/50R17 All Season Run-Flat
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
- Light Tinted Glass
- Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
- Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
- Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
- Power Convertible Top w/Lining, Glass Rear Window, Automatic Roll-Over Protection, Manual Wind Blocker and Top
- Trunk Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Auto On/Off Reflector Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Front Fog Lamps
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
Interior (55)
- Front Sport Seats (STD)
- 2-Way Power Driver Seat -inc: Power Seatback Side Bolster Support, Manual Recline, Height Adjustment, Cushion Extension, Fore/Aft Movement, Cushion Tilt and Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
- 2-Way Power Passenger Seat -inc: Power Seatback Side Bolster Support, Manual Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement, Cushion Extension, Cushion Tilt and Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
- Full Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- Power Rear Windows
- Sport Leather Steering Wheel
- Front Cupholder
- Front Cigar Lighter(s)
- Ashtray
- Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only
- Interior Lock Disable
- Valet Function
- Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation and Console Ducts
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Leatherette Door Trim Insert
- Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
- SensaTec Upholstery
- Day-Night Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Seat Integrated Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
- Cargo Area Concealed Storage
- Cargo Net
- Cargo Space Lights
- Tracker System
- FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access, Keyfob Window Activation and Keyfob Sunroof/Convertible Roof Activation
- Hands-Free Bluetooth & USB Audio Connection
- Driver And Passenger Door Bins
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
- Driver Information Center
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Analog Appearance
- Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Sliding Front Center Armrest
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Perimeter Alarm
- Immobilizer
- 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (16)
- Transmission: 8-Speed Sport Automatic
- Engine: 2.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder 16V
- Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- 3.08 Axle Ratio
- 90-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery
- Regenerative 170 Amp Alternator
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 13.7 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Dark Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
Safety-Exterior (1)
- Side Impact Beams
Safety-Interior (7)
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- BMW Assist eCall Emergency Sos Capability
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Pretensioners
- Driver And Passenger Side Airbag Head Extension, Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
Safety-Mechanical (2)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
2016 BMW 2 Series recalls (1)
NHTSA campaigns for the 2016 BMW 2 Series, all trims.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMPAug 12, 2024 NHTSA 24V608000 · 720,796 vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Other 2016 BMW 2 Series trims
Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.