Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 320 hp
- Torque
- 330 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 23 mpg
- Seating
- 4
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 11.8 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,915 lb
- Displacement
- 3 L
- Fuel tank
- 13.7 gal
Builds — 2 for this trimMSRP
2016 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive Specifications & Features
Specifications of the Convertible build. Pick another build above to see its figures.
Engine
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6
Displacement
3 L
Displacement (cu in)
182 cu in
Cylinders
6
Fuel system
Gasoline Direct Injection
Aspiration
Turbo
Horsepower
320 hp
Horsepower RPM
5,800 rpm
Torque
330 lb-ft
Torque RPM
1,400 rpm
Recommended fuel
Premium
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission detail
Automatic w/OD
Speeds
8
Transmission order code
2TB
Drivetrain
AWD
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
4.8 s
Top speed
130 mph
City MPG
20 mpg
Highway MPG
30 mpg
Combined MPG
23 mpg
Range (city)
274 mi
Range (highway)
411 mi
Fuel tank
13.7 gal
CO₂ emissions
7.7 tons/yr
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars
Wheelbase
105.9 in
Length
175.9 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)
37.1 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
3,915 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
13.4 in
Rear rotor diameter
13.6 in
Hill descent control
No
Hill start assist
Yes
Front wheel diameter
18 in
Front wheel width
7.5 in
Rear wheel diameter
18 in
Rear wheel width
8 in
Front wheel material
Aluminum
Rear wheel material
Aluminum
Front tire size
P225/40YR18
Rear tire size
P245/35YR18
Alternator capacity
210 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 2 builds differ
Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.
| Coupe | Convertible | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| 0–60 mph | 4.4 s | 4.8 s |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| Height | 55.4 in | 55.6 in |
| Interior Dimensions | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 40.5 in |
| 2nd-row headroom | 36.5 in | 37 in |
| 2nd-row legroom | 33 in | 31.8 in |
| 2nd-row shoulder room | 53.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Cargo & Bed | ||
| Cargo volume (seats up) | 13.8 cu ft | 11.8 cu ft |
| Weight & Capacities | ||
| Curb weight | 3,695 lb | 3,915 lb |
| Wheels & Tires | ||
| Rear wheel width | 7.5 in | 8 in |
| Front tire size | P225/40HR18 | P225/40YR18 |
| Rear tire size | P225/40HR18 | P245/35YR18 |
2016 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for Convertible. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Packages (4)
- Cold Weather PackageZCW$700
- Driver Assistance PackageZDA$950
- Driver Assistance PlusZDB$700
- Technology PackageZTP$1,950
Wheels & tires (4)
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 436M)2PGIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr Orbit Gray21UIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Double-Spoke (Style 436M)21VIncluded
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Double-Spoke2TRIncluded
Exterior colors (7)
- Alpine White300Included
- Black Sapphire Metallic475$550
- Melbourne Red MetallicA75$550
- Glacier Silver MetallicA83$550
- Mineral White MetallicA96$550
- Mineral Gray MetallicB39$550
- Estoril Blue MetallicB45$550
Interior (6)
- Oyster/Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCCXIncluded
- Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCSWIncluded
- 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 (10)
- 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
- Heated Front Seats494$500
- Brushed Aluminum Trim w/High-Gloss Black Accent4FTIncluded
- Fineline Stream Wood Trim w/Oxide Silver Matte4LCIncluded
- Aluminum Hexagon Trim w/High Gloss Black Highlight4WGIncluded
- Parking Assistant5DP$500
- Enhanced USB & Bluetooth Plus Smartphone Integration6NS$350
2016 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive standard equipment
Included on every M235i xDrive 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 w/1 Year Subscription
- Hi-Fi Sound System
- 1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Exterior (17)
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 436M) -inc: Double-spoke (STD)
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 Rr Mixed Summer -inc: Non-runflat
- Body-Colored Front Bumper
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Gray Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Metal-Look Power Heated Auto Dimming 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
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- Auto On/Off Projector Beam High Intensity Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Interior (59)
- Front Sport Seats
- Power Front Seats
- Driver Seat
- Passenger Seat
- 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
- 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
- Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
- Remote Releases -Inc: Proximity Cargo Access
- Garage Door Transmitter
- 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
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Leatherette Door Trim Insert
- Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
- Interior Trim -inc: Aluminum Instrument Panel Insert, Aluminum Door Panel Insert, Aluminum Console Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents
- SensaTec Upholstery
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- 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
- Memory Settings -inc: Driver Seat and Door Mirrors
- 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
- Sliding Front Center Armrest
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Lumbar Support
- Perimeter Alarm
- Immobilizer
- 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (18)
- Transmission: 8-Speed Sport Automatic
- Engine: 3.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder 24V
- Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Full-Time All-Wheel
- 3.08 Axle Ratio
- Engine Oil Cooler
- 90-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery
- Regenerative 210 Amp Alternator
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Automatic w/Driver Control Ride Control Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 13.7 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Quasi-Dual 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
Processing-Other (1)
- Ordering Combination Code : -X
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.