2021 BMW 2 Series

230i xDrive specs

CoupeGasolineAWDAutomatic

$37,900

MSRP + $995 destination · invoice $35,745

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Key Specifications

Horsepower
248 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Combined MPG
24 mpg
Seating
4
Cargo volume (seats up)
13.8 cu ft
Curb weight
3,512 lb
Displacement
2 L
Fuel tank
13.7 gal
Builds — 2 for this trimMSRP

2021 BMW 2 Series 230i xDrive Specifications & Features

Specifications of the Coupe 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
248 hp
Horsepower RPM
5,200 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft
Torque RPM
1,450 rpm
Recommended fuel
Premium
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission detail
Automatic w/OD
Speeds
8
Transmission order code
2TB
Drivetrain
AWD
1st gear ratio
5:1
2nd gear ratio
3.2:1
3rd gear ratio
2.14:1
4th gear ratio
1.72:1
5th gear ratio
1.31:1
6th gear ratio
1:1
7th gear ratio
0.82:1
8th gear ratio
0.64:1
Reverse ratio
3.46:1
Final drive ratio
2.81:1
Limited-slip differential
No
0–60 mph
5.2 s
Top speed
130 mph
City MPG
21 mpg
Highway MPG
30 mpg
Combined MPG
24 mpg
Range (city)
287.7 mi
Range (highway)
411 mi
Fuel tank
13.7 gal
CO₂ emissions
7.4 tons/yr
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars
Wheelbase
105.9 in
Length
174.7 in
Width (without mirrors)
69.8 in
Width (with mirrors)
78.1 in
Height
55.8 in
Front track
59.9 in
Rear track
61.3 in
Turning diameter (curb to curb)
37.1 ft
Seating
4
Front headroom
40.1 in
Front legroom
41.5 in
Front shoulder room
54.4 in
2nd-row headroom
36.5 in
2nd-row legroom
33 in
2nd-row shoulder room
53.4 in
Cargo volume (seats up)
13.8 cu ft
Curb weight
3,512 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
7.5 in
Rear wheel diameter
17 in
Rear wheel width
7.5 in
Front wheel material
Aluminum
Rear wheel material
Aluminum
Front tire size
P205/50HR17
Rear tire size
P205/50HR17
Front tire order code
258
Rear tire order code
258
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)
3 yr
Free maintenance (miles)
36,000 mi

How the 2 builds differ

Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.

CoupeConvertible
Performance
0–60 mph5.2 s5.6 s
Exterior Dimensions
Height55.8 in55.6 in
Interior Dimensions
Front headroom40.1 in40.5 in
2nd-row headroom36.5 in37 in
2nd-row legroom33 in31.8 in
2nd-row shoulder room53.4 in42.2 in
Cargo & Bed
Cargo volume (seats up)13.8 cu ft11.8 cu ft
Weight & Capacities
Curb weight3,512 lb3,821 lb

2021 BMW 2 Series 230i xDrive options, packages & colors

Factory pricing for Coupe. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.

Packages (7)

  • Convenience PackageZCV$1,700
  • Premium PackageZPP$1,600
  • M Sport PackageZMP$4,200
  • Tires: 225/40R18 All-SeasonIncluded
  • Adaptive Full LED Lights552$800
  • Navigation System609$900
  • Wireless Charging6NW$500

Wheels & tires (7)

  • Wheels: 17" x 7.5" Bi-Color (Style 725)26DIncluded
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" Double-Spoke (Style 384)27S$600
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" Fr & 18" x 8.0" Rr (Style 384)27T$600
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" M Jet Black (Style 719M)20ZIncluded
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" Fr & 18" x 8.0" Rr (Style 719M)20WIncluded
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" M Double-Spoke (Style 719M)20XIncluded
  • Wheels: 18" x 7.5" Fr/18" x 8.0" Rr (Style 719M)20YIncluded

Exterior colors (8)

  • Alpine White300Included
  • Jet Black668Included
  • Black Sapphire Metallic475$550
  • Mineral White MetallicA96$550
  • Mineral Grey MetallicB39$550
  • Melbourne Red MetallicA75$550
  • Estoril Blue MetallicB45$550
  • Sunset Orange MetallicC1X$550

Interior (8)

  • Oyster/Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCCXIncluded
  • Black, SensaTec UpholsteryKCSWIncluded
  • Black w/Red Stitching, SensaTec UpholsteryKCL3Included
  • Black w/Red Hi/Stitch, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCL3$1,450
  • Black, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCLZ$1,450
  • Oyster, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCOM$1,450
  • Cognac/Dark Brown, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCRY$1,450
  • Coral Red/Black, Dakota Leather UpholsteryLCL5$1,450

Options (14)

  • Tires: 225/40R18 Fr & 245/35R18 Rr PerformanceIncluded
  • Tires: 225/40R18 Fr & 245/35R18 Rr Mixed PerfIncluded
  • Moonroof403$1,050
  • Moonroof DeletionZDMcredit $900
  • Removal of Standard Kidney Grill3DEIncluded
  • harman/kardon Premium Sound System674$875
  • Heated Front Seats494$500
  • Sport Leather Steering Wheel w/Black Stitching2XEIncluded
  • Heated Steering Wheel248$190
  • Active Cruise Control5DF$1,200
  • Black High Gloss Trim w/Coral Red Matte Accent4LVIncluded
  • Fine Wood Fineline Trim w/Pearl Chrome Accent4LR$350
  • Aluminum Hexagon Trim w/Black High Gloss Highlight4WGIncluded
  • Parking Assistant5DP$200

2021 BMW 2 Series 230i xDrive standard equipment

Included on every 230i xDrive Coupe as delivered.

Entertainment (9)
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control
  • Radio: AM/FM Audio System
  • 6 Speakers
  • Audio Theft Deterrent
  • Window Grid Diversity Antenna
  • Radio Control US
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio -inc: 1 year All Access subscription
  • Hi-Fi Sound System
  • 1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Exterior (19)
  • Wheels: 17" x 7.5" Bi-Color (Style 725) -inc: Double-spoke (STD)
  • Tires: 205/50R17 All-Season
  • Runflat Tires
  • Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
  • Body-Colored Rear Bumper
  • Black 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
  • Trunk Rear Cargo Access
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto-Leveling Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • Front Fog Lamps
  • Perimeter/Approach Lights
  • LED Brakelights
Interior (63)
  • Front Sport Seats
  • Power Front Seats
  • 12-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Cushion Extension
  • 12-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Cushion Extension
  • 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
  • Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
  • Fixed Rear Windows
  • Sport Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
  • Front Cupholder
  • Rear Cupholder
  • 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
  • FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access and Keyfob Window Activation
  • Smart Device Remote Engine Start
  • Tracker System
  • Navigation Business
  • DVD Area Coding (North America)
  • Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information
  • Apple CarPlay Compatibility
  • Hands-Free Bluetooth & USB Audio Connection
  • BMW Assist eCall
  • ConnectedDrive Services
  • Driver And Passenger Door Bins
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Delayed Accessory Power
  • Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
  • Driver Information Center
  • Trip Computer
  • Outside Temp Gauge
  • Analog Appearance
  • BMW TeleServices
  • Manual 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 (17)
  • Transmission: 8-Speed Sport Automatic
  • Engine: 2.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder 16V -inc: automatic start/stop function
  • Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
  • Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Full-Time All-Wheel
  • 2.81 Axle Ratio
  • 90-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery
  • Regenerative 170 Amp Alternator
  • Remote Services
  • 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/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 (13)
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Park Distance Control Front And Rear Parking Sensors
  • Frontal Collision Warning w/City Collision Mitigation
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Collision Mitigation-Front
  • Driver Monitoring-Alert
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Pretensioners
  • Back-Up Camera
Safety-Mechanical (2)
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control

2021 BMW 2 Series recalls (2)

NHTSA campaigns for the 2021 BMW 2 Series, all trims.

SEAT BELTSJul 20, 2021 NHTSA 21V554000 · 21,537 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such...

Risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSMay 11, 2021 NHTSA 21V342000 · 2 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 BMW 230i and M240i vehicles. Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attached.

Risk: The support may separate from the roof liner and fall into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash necessitating the deployment of the head air bag.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the roof liner as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be sent. The one owner was notified on June 15, 2021 by telephone and the vehicle has been repaired. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Other 2021 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.