2014 BMW 2 Series Convertible 228i 8AT RWD (245 HP)

Vehicle Overview

This is the only premium compact convertible on the market: the 2 Series. After introducing the 2 Series, not long after it jumped with the open-top version in 2014. The soft-top was added along with some weight and a little bit of charm.

The soft top consists of seven layers of different materials to enhance soundproofing and thermal insulation. It is electrically powered and it goes down in 20 seconds. The good thing is that the car doesn’t look bad with the roof up, as it happens with some convertibles.

Inside, the standard features are interesting, including the iDrive and the navigation system. But the interior layout leaves no doubt that the BMW engineers didn’t care too much about the rear seats, where only children could sit. But if the rear wind deflector is installed, the rear seats are cut out of the question.

Enginewise, BMW installed a range of gasoline and diesel engines, mated either with a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission. The most powerful version is the 6-cylinders M235i which offers 326 hp from a twin-scroll turbo gasoline engine.

But the 2 Series convertible is built for enjoying driving in the open air. So, with the windows up and the top down, the carmaker claims that the occupants can have a decent conversation without the need for yelling to each other. We think they it was about the front occupants.