2017 BMW 2 Series 218d 8AT RWD (150 HP)

Vehicle Overview

BMW introduced the facelifted version, or LCI (Life Cycle Impulse), in the automaker glossary in 2017, after four years on the market, and, along with the update, it revised the engine lineup.

After the successful introduction of the 1 Series in 2004, the German automaker noticed that the coupe aimed at different kinds of customers than the three- or five-door hatchback. As a result, it created the 2 Series as a two-door coupe or convertible as a different lineup. They were tuned for sport and ditched most of the practicality factor induced by its sibling. With the 2017 model, the 2 Series remained competitive, and thanks to its restyled exterior and richer interior, it became more appealing.

One of the most significant changes for the car was noticed at the front fascia, where the entire range got fresh, bi-LED headlights. In addition, the daytime running lights were no longer featured as circular lights inside headlamps but as hexagonal-shaped, similar to what its bigger siblings, the 3 Series and the 5 Series, had. In addition, the automaker offered a few options for the bumper. While the base versions were fitted with ones that featured an average-sized air intake in their lower area, the automaker also offered an M-package that brought wide air scoops on the sides that cooled the front brakes. The car’s profile was also slightly modified thanks to new side skirts, while at the rear, BMW introduced new, L-shaped, LED taillights.

Inside, customers could order the vehicle with comfortable bucket seats covered in fabric or sports seats with leather upholstery. The driver fronted an analog instrument cluster with large dials for the tachometer and speedometer that flanked a color display for various information provided by the onboard computer. In addition, BMW installed an 8.8” screen for the infotainment system that the front occupants could control via the well-known rotary knob of the iDrive system. On the 2017 2 Series, the automaker installed an upgraded infotainment unit that allowed customers to connect better with their vehicles via an integrated SIM card for the BMW ConnectedDrive service. Moreover, the navigation unit provided real-time traffic information. Last but not least, it offered Apple CarPlay connectivity but not Android Auto. In the back was a bench seat profiled for two, but with very limited legroom. The trunk volume remained the same as on the non-facelifted version and provided 390 liters (13.7 cu-ft.) of storage.

Under the hood, the automaker offered a range of seven engines, either gasoline or diesel, all turbocharged, with three, four, or six cylinders. The automaker paired these powerplants with either six-speed manuals or eight-speed automatics, but several models were available exclusively with a two-pedal setup, such as the 220i, 230i, 225d, and M240i xDrive Coupe. Depending on the engine and options, customers could order the 2017 2 Series with either rear or all-wheel-drive systems.