2020 vs 2018 BMW 2 Series
Comparing the base builds — the 2020 BMW 2 Series 230i and the 2018 BMW 2 Series 230i — on price, performance, efficiency and space. Every figure comes from the build's published specifications.
2020 BMW
2 Series
From $35,300 · range $35,300 – $52,400
Base build: 230i Coupe
2018 BMW
2 Series
From $34,950 · range $34,950 – $52,050
Base build: 230i Coupe
2020 vs 2018 BMW 2 Series: the differences
- Starting priceThe 2018 model starts $350 lower ($34,950 vs $35,300 MSRP).
- HorsepowerSame for both: 248 hp
- TorqueSame for both: 258 lb-ft
- 0–60 mphSame for both: 5.3 s
- Combined MPGThe 2018 model has better fuel economy (28 mpg vs 27 mpg for the 2020 model).
- SeatingSame for both: 4
- Cargo volume (seats up)Same for both: 13.8 cu ft
- Curb weightThe 2020 model is heavier (3,386 lb vs 3,373 lb for the 2018 model).
Full specs compared
2020 BMW 2 Series 230i$35,300 | 2018 BMW 2 Series 230i$34,950 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L | 2 L |
| Displacement (cu in) | 122 cu in | 122 cu in |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Gasoline Direct Injection | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 248 hp |
| Horsepower RPM | 5,200 rpm | 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Torque RPM | 1,450 rpm | 1,450 rpm |
| Recommended fuel | Premium | Premium |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Transmission detail | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
| Speeds | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission order code | 2TB | 2TB |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| 1st gear ratio | 5:1 | 5:1 |
| 2nd gear ratio | 3.2:1 | 3.2:1 |
| 3rd gear ratio | 2.14:1 | 2.14:1 |
| 4th gear ratio | 1.72:1 | 1.72:1 |
| 5th gear ratio | 1.31:1 | 1.31:1 |
| 6th gear ratio | 1:1 | 1:1 |
| 7th gear ratio | 0.82:1 | 0.82:1 |
| 8th gear ratio | 0.64:1 | 0.64:1 |
| Reverse ratio | 3.46:1 | 3.46:1 |
| Final drive ratio | 2.81:1 | 2.81:1 |
| Limited-slip differential | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| 0–60 mph | 5.3 s | 5.3 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Fuel Economy & Range | ||
| City MPG | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Highway MPG | 32 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Combined MPG | 27 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Range (city) | 328.8 mi | 328.8 mi |
| Range (highway) | 438.4 mi | 479.5 mi |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 13.7 gal |
| CO₂ emissions | 6.6 tons/yr | 6.3 tons/yr |
| EPA size class | Subcompact Cars | Subcompact Cars |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.9 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 174.7 in |
| Width (without mirrors) | 69.8 in | 69.8 in |
| Width (with mirrors) | 78.1 in | 78.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.8 in |
| Front track | 59.9 in | 59.9 in |
| Rear track | 61.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in |
| Turning diameter (curb to curb) | 35.8 ft | 35.8 ft |
| Interior Dimensions | ||
| Seating | 4 | 4 |
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 40.1 in |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in | 41.5 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.4 in | 54.4 in |
| 2nd-row headroom | 36.5 in | 36.5 in |
| 2nd-row legroom | 33 in | 33 in |
| 2nd-row shoulder room | 53.4 in | 53.4 in |
| Cargo & Bed | ||
| Cargo volume (seats up) | 13.8 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft |
| Weight & Capacities | ||
| Curb weight | 3,386 lb | 3,373 lb |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension | Strut | Strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Steering | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion |
| Brakes | 4-Wheel Disc | 4-Wheel Disc |
| ABS | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Front disc brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear disc brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Front rotor diameter | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Rear rotor diameter | 11.4 in | 11.4 in |
| Hill descent control | No | No |
| Hill start assist | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels & Tires | ||
| Front wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Front wheel width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Rear wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Rear wheel width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Front wheel material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Rear wheel material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Front tire size | P205/50HR17 | P205/50HR17 |
| Rear tire size | P205/50HR17 | P205/50HR17 |
| Electrical | ||
| Alternator capacity | 170 A | 170 A |
| Warranty | ||
| Basic warranty (years) | 4 yr | 4 yr |
| Basic warranty (miles) | 50,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Basic warranty unlimited miles | No | No |
| Powertrain warranty (years) | 4 yr | 4 yr |
| Powertrain warranty (miles) | 50,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty unlimited miles | No | No |
| Corrosion warranty (years) | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Corrosion warranty unlimited miles | Yes | Yes |
| Roadside assistance (years) | 4 yr | 4 yr |
| Free maintenance (years) | 3 yr | 3 yr |
| Free maintenance (miles) | 36,000 mi | 36,000 mi |
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