• The 2^nd-generation 2 Series Gran Coupe offers more standard equipment and a broader range of premium options.
• Refreshed styling with standard M Sport exterior design and a new tech-forward interior with the BMW Curved Display.
• Revised powertrains and standard Adaptive M Suspension improve performance and sharpen handling.
• The 228 xDrive Gran Coupe and M235 xDrive Gran Coupe will launch in March 2025, with the two-wheel drive 228 sDrive Gran Coupe arriving mid-year.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – October 15, 2024… The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe brings sportiness and elegance to the premium compact segment. And now, the second generation emphasizes these qualities even more intensely. The standard M Sport exterior design delivers a clear increase in presence and gives the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe a sportier and more dynamic appearance. Revised powertrains, standard Adaptive M Suspension, and innovative systems for automated driving and parking ensure driving pleasure. The progressive character of the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is evident in the area of digitalization, too. The user experience in the redesigned interior is defined by the new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and a wide range of digital services based on BMW Operating System 9.

Production of the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe will begin at BMW’s plant in Leipzig in the fourth quarter of 2024. The market launch is set to start in March 2025.

At launch, two models will be available in the US. The 241-hp 228 xDrive Gran Coupe will start at $41,600 plus $1,175 destination and handling, and the high-performance, 312-hp M235 xDrive Gran Coupe will start at $49,500 plus $1,175 destination and handling.

Coming in mid-2025, the two-wheel drive, 241-hp 228 sDrive Gran Coupe will start at just $39,600 plus $1,175 destination and handling.

Sporty elegance in the hallmark style of BMW. 

The exterior design of the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is defined by an expressive front section, a dynamically elongated silhouette, and a powerfully designed rear. The proportions clearly convey the sporty elegance characteristic of a BMW Gran Coupe.

The 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has increased in length by 0.7 inches to 179.2, while the wheelbase remains unchanged at 105.1 inches. The width of the vehicle is constant at 70.9 inches, while the height has been increased by one inch to 56.9. These exterior dimensions ensure the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers generous space for up to five occupants and their luggage.

The standard M Sport exterior design features a front apron with large air intakes below the wide BMW kidney grille. The headlights are drawn far back into the front fenders. Two vertically and subtly arrow-shaped LED units function as the side marker lights, daytime running lights, and turn indicators. For a striking night­time design, an illuminated kidney grille with contour lighting will be optionally available starting in March 2025.

The profile is defined by the long hood, short overhangs, long wheelbase, and a gently flowing roofline. A pronounced indentation in the transition to the rear emphasizes the athletically shaped shoulder section. At the rear of the elegantly elongated side window graphic, a discreetly embossed number 2 highlights the characteristic Hofmeister kink.

The rear derives its powerful, modern appearance from an ample surface structure broken up by just a few lines and flat taillights. Vertically aligned LED elements in the rear lights and the turn indicators echo the design of the light sources inside the headlights. The tailpipes of the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe are invisibly integrated in the rear apron, while the M235 xDrive Gran Coupe proudly displays traditional M quad tailpipes.

Roof in contrasting color and M Sport package optionally available. 

The range of exterior finishes includes one solid, eight metallic, and two BMW Individual Frozen paint finishes along with a vast range of special BMW Individual finishes. A contrasting high-gloss black finish for the roof is optionally available with certain exterior colors as part of the Premium Package.

The 2025 2 Series Gran Coupe features standard 18-inch style 975M alloy wheels with a Y­spoke design. A variety of 18 and 19-inch wheels and a choice of all-season, summer, and high-performance tires are optional.

Selecting the M Sport Professional Package for the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe enhances the exterior by adding M Shadowline Lights, a rear spoiler, and Extended Shadowline trim.

Driver-oriented cockpit in a progressive premium ambience. 

The interior of the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is entirely leather-free, with Perforated Veganza in any of four colors standard. Veganza/Alcantara trim is available with the M Sport Package and is combined with contrasting stitching for the dashboard.

Newly designed heated sports seats are standard on the 2 Series Gran Coupe, and for the first time massaging Active Front Seats with lumbar support are optional. The latest version of the standard sports steering wheel features Pearl-gloss Chrome trim and illuminated multifunction buttons.

The dynamically backlit interior trims made from milled aluminum contribute to the 2 Series Gran Coupe’s refined and athletic premium ambience. The BMW Curved Display, featuring the latest version of BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 9, and new gear selector toggle underline the modern, tech-forward character of the interior.

The progressively designed interior of the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe can be further enhanced with the optional M Sport Package, which adds details such as a choice of M Illuminated Aluminum Hexacube Matte trim or Illuminated Aluminum Graphite trim and a leather-wrapped M Sport steering wheel with shift paddles for the 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission.

Extensive standard equipment defines impressive value. 

The expanded range of standard equipment on the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe now includes BMW Live Cockpit Plus with the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps. A 12-speaker Harmon/Kardon premium sound system is newly standard, as is Comfort Access keyless entry, wireless device charging, and auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors.

Also standard for the first time in the 2 Series Gran Coupe, BMW Digital Key Plus enables the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe to be unlocked and locked via smartphone or smartwatch using security-optimized ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless technology, making a conventional key fob unnecessary. BMW Digital Key Plus can be set up via the My BMW App for suitable smartphones and smart watches with the iOS or Android operating systems and Apple Watch.

BMW Live Cockpit Professional is available in combination with the BMW Head-Up Display and Parking Assistant Plus in the optional Technology Package, which also includes Augmented View on the Control Display and the Drive Recorder.

New generation of engines for superior driving pleasure and efficiency.

A revised drivetrain portfolio ensures superior driving pleasure and excellent efficiency. The highly efficient engines in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe are from the latest generation of the Efficient Dynamics engine family. Its innovative technology not only reduces fuel consumption but also ensures strong, linear power delivery.

The 2-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine under the hood of the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe has been heavily revised. The new engine, code named B48A20O2, incorporates a Miller combustion cycle, a dual (direct and port) injection system, and a revised combustion chamber geometry. This engine makes 241 hp between 4,500-6,500 rpm, and torque has increased to a substantial 295 lb-ft between 1,500-4,000 rpm. The engine is mated exclusively to a new 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). Together, they send the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe from 0-60 mph in just 5.8 seconds.
New 7-speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Transmission. 

The latest generation of the 7-speed DCT now features fully electric actuation, a widened gear ratio spread, and greater internal efficiency.  This advanced transmission also now tailors shift strategy to the route topography and enables coasting in all drive modes except Sport.

The 7-speed DCT provides remarkably quick and smooth gear changes. It combines two sub-transmissions within a single housing, enabling it to pre-select the next gear prior to each gear change. The transmission automatically shifts into Park when the engine is switched off, and sensors can detect when the vehicle is parked on a slope and automatically engage the parking brake.

In vehicles equipped with the M Sport Package, gearshift paddles behind the steering wheel allow quick manual gear changes. The shift paddles also enable a Sport Boost function. When the driver pulls the left-hand shift paddle for at least a second, all the powertrain and chassis settings are primed to maximize their sporting responses for the most immediate acceleration possible.

Suspension technology and driving experience. Optimized balance between dynamics and ride comfort.

The new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe benefits from extensively revised suspension technology, lending a greater intensity to the driving pleasure. Agility, steering precision, and cornering dynamics are enhanced by the increased rigidity of the body structure and chassis connection as well as especially solid axle support bearings in the front section. Numerous other innovations including a 20% increase in the caster offset of the front wheels help optimize both ride comfort and sporty handling.

In addition, new shock absorber technology improves ride comfort by reducing roll during dynamic cornering, for example. With model-specific chassis components, carefully calibrated control systems, the latest generation of lateral dynamics management, near-actuator wheel slip limitation, and the integrated braking system, the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers precise and balanced handling.

Front and rear axle with newly developed components. 

Both the single-joint suspension strut-type front axle at the front and the modular three-link rear axle have been extensively revised and fitted with new components to optimize rigidity and weight. Highly preloaded anti-roll bar mounts contribute to improved body support in bends and increased roll management, while robust wheel bearings increase the steering precision of the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. In addition, the optimized kinematics of the front axle promote agile steering behavior. The model-specific rear axle is especially rigid. Combined with a rigidly connected rear axle support, this enables precise wheel guidance with high lateral acceleration.

Ride comfort in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has also been enhanced. The stroke-dependent additional damping on the front axle makes use of an additional sleeve on the shock absorber to stabilize the body in bumps, enabling a superior driving experience at all times. Standard equipment also includes Adaptive M Suspension and electromechanical rack-and-pinion steering with Servotronic. Conventional suspension is available at no cost.

Directly controlled wheel slip limitation and integrated braking system. 

The near actuator wheel slip limitation in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe ensures optimal traction on slippery roads, superior directional stability in dynamic maneuvers, and a high level of stability in curves. The system integrates traction control directly in the engine control system, making interventions up to ten times faster than in conventional systems and enabling more precise application.

The new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe also features an integrated braking system that combines brake actuation, brake boosting, and brake control of the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system in a single compact module. The required braking pressure is applied quickly and precisely by means of an electric actuator. The optional M Sport brake system (standard on M235 xDrive Gran Coupe) includes larger discs, with four-piston fixed caliper brakes on the front axle and single­piston floating caliper brakes on the rear axle. The brake calipers are available with either a blue or a red finish.

The BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe. Design and performance in hallmark M style.

With its M specific character, the 2025 BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe stands apart from the crowd more than ever before. In particular, the M design grille with horizontal bars, the black M exterior mirror caps, and the striking quad tailpipes of the exhaust system signal inspiring performance characteristics. The promise of performance is realized by means of the most powerful version of the new 4-cylinder engine and the unique tuning of the suspension technology and the xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system.

The new M235 xDrive Gran Coupe has an engine with superlative revving power that impresses with its spontaneous response and continuous power delivery. It features numerous innovations including the combustion process, the design of the intake pipes and combustion chambers, the camshaft control, the injection, the ignition system, and the exhaust gas routing.

Its M specific features include a more robust crankshaft, an optimized oil supply for the cooling channel pistons, and new main bearing shells and covers.

The current M TwinPower Turbo technology includes a power increase for the turbocharging system and charge air cooling as well as dual injection. The 2.0-liter engine achieves its maximum output of 312 hp between 5,750 and 6,500 rpm, with maximum torque of 295 lb-ft available between 2,000 and 4,500 rpm. This power and the traction provided by xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system enable a charge from 0-60 mph in only 4.7 seconds.

7-speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Transmission and M Sport Boost. 

In the new BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe, a 7-speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Transmission with standard shift paddles on the steering wheel ensures that the engine power is transferred to the road with supreme ease. It offers remarkably dynamic shifts and activates M Sport Boost for maximum sporty response when the left-hand shift paddle is pulled for more than one second.

The optimized all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive ensures variable distribution of drive torque between the front and rear axles. In combination with the mechanical differential lock for the front wheels, it also ensures excellent traction and cornering dynamics.

Extensive range of performance-oriented equipment, standard and optional. 

Standard equipment on the new BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe includes the Adaptive M suspension and sports steering. With variable, mechanically controlled and frequency­selective shock absorbers, it promotes both agility and long-distance comfort. Other model-specific performance enhancements include chassis components with optimized rigidity and a mechanical differential lock on the front axle integrated into the 7-speed Steptronic transmission.

Powerful M Compound brakes, comprising four-piston, fixed-caliper brakes with 15.2-inch drilled discs at the front wheels and single-piston, floating-caliper units with 13.0-inch discs at the rear, are optional as part of the M Sport Professional Package or the M Performance Package. Originally developed for the high-performance models from BMW M, the M Compound brakes offer comfortable braking, superb feel, and stable stopping power even under high loads. In addition, weight has been minimized and unsprung masses are substantially lower compared with conventional braking systems. The brake calipers are painted grey and bear the M logo.

Sports seats in the Veganza/Alcantara design in anthracite with blue contrast stitching and an M leather steering wheel with shift paddles lend emphasis to the sporty interior of the new BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe. Even more supportive M Sport seats with fixed headrests and an illuminated M logo in the backrest are available as a standalone option or as part of the M Sport Professional Package or M Performance Package. In addition, M-specific graphics shown on the BMW Curved Display and optionally also on the BMW Head-Up Display contribute to an intense performance experience.

Driver assistance systems. Modern systems for automated driving and parking.

The 2025 2 Series Gran Coupe offers a significantly expanded range of functions for partially automated driving and parking. The standard Active Driving Assistant includes features such as Frontal Collision Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assistant, Active Blind Spot Detection, and Speed Limit Info.  For just $500, customers can specify the optional Driving Assistance Plus Package, which adds Distance Control and Steering Assistant, which applies corrective steering to help the driver stay centered in the lane at highway speeds.

For even greater comfort on long journeys or in dense traffic, the optional Driving Assistance Professional Package further adds Side Collision Protection, front and rear Cross Traffic Warning, Lane Change Assistant, and Traffic Jam Assistant, which allows attentive hands-free driving on select highways up to 40 mph.

Parking Assistant as standard, Parking Assistant Plus optional. 

The new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comes as standard with Parking Assistant, including Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection, Rear View Camera with rear Panorama View, and Back-Up Assistant. The optional Parking Assistant Plus, part of the Technology Package, also includes the Drive Recorder and Parking View. Drivers can also use Remote 3D View to have a live three-dimensional image of the vehicle and its surroundings transmitted to their smartphone.

Intuitive operation and innovative digital services with BMW Operating System 9 and BMW Digital Premium.

The standard BMW Curved Display in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe also ensures a modern cockpit design with clear driver orientation. Comprising a 10.25-inch Information Display and a Control Display with a screen diagonal of 10.7 inches, it serves as a platform for the latest version of BMW iDrive with QuickSelect.

Based on BMW Operating System 9, the display and operating system provide optimized options for intuitive and convenient control of various functions and digital services. In addition to the touch function on the Control Display and voice control with BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, it includes multifunction buttons on the steering wheel and, optionally, the BMW Head-Up Display, which together with Augmented View forms part of BMW Live Cockpit Professional.

The navigation map is always shown on the start screen on the Control Display. On the same level, vertically arranged widgets are shown on the driver's side of the display which can be changed by means of swiping. QuickSelect enables the desired function to be accessed directly without having to access a submenu. Additional information and settings are available by swiping horizontally on the respective widget.

BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and BMW Digital Premium. 

BMW Operating System 9 provides the foundation for a selection of digital services with a wide range of customization options. Remote software upgrades can be used to integrate quality enhancements and additional functions "over the air". And there are many functions customers can try out free of charge, subscribe to short or long term, or purchase outright in the BMW Connected Drive Store via the My BMW App.

An additional highlight is BMW Digital Premium: this includes data usage for all digital services and the apps available from the BMW ConnectedDrive Store. This enables customers to subscribe to entertainment services in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, including music and video streaming, news, and gaming. Along with music apps such as Spotify and Amazon Music, the entertainment program includes a video app (powered by Xperi TiVo) with both live channels and on-demand media libraries such as the newly integrated Paramount+.

In the area of in-car gaming, the AirConsole platform also offers a constantly growing selection of casual games such as "Uno^® Car Party''. "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” and "Starlit Kart" - an ideal pastime for drivers and passengers in the stationary vehicle, whether on their own or in multiplayer mode: all you need is your smartphone, which acts as a controller, and the BMW Curved Display.

BMW Digital Premium also enables customers to add a more extensive range of functions in BMW Maps such as Satellite View and 3D building display, additional My Modes, and new variants for the Welcome and Goodbye Animation of the exterior and interior lighting.

Personalized user experience with BMW ID and My BMW App. 

Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is available as standard in the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. In order to personalize the user experience via the BMW ID and the My BMW app, one need only to log in to the vehicle for the first time via smartphone and QR code scan. The personal profile is then added, and all settings are loaded that are capable of synchronization. In addition, the vehicle is automatically added to the My BMW app.

Major standard equipment.

Adaptive M Suspension

Comfort Access keyless entry

M Sport Brakes (M235 xDrive Gran Coupe, optional on 228 xDrive Gran Coupe)

Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors

Power front seats

Sport seats

Heated front seats

LED Headlights

Active Driving Assistant

Parking Assistant

Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System

Wireless device charging

Personal eSIM 5G

Navigation

Shadowline Exterior Trim

BMW Digital Key Plus with UWB

Frontal Collision Mitigation

Lane Keeping Assistant

Option packages.

Driving Assistance Plus Package

• Distance Control
• Steering and Lane Control Assistant

Driving Assistance Professional Package

• Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go
• Side Collision Protection
• Traffic Jam Assistant

M Sport Package (228 xDrive Gran Coupe)

• M Steering wheel with shift paddles
• M Sport Brakes with blue calipers
• Choice of:
  • M Illuminated Hexacube Matte Trim
  • Illuminated Aluminum Graphite Trim
• M Sport interior elements

M Sport Professional Package

• M Sport Brakes with red calipers
  • Optional M Compound Brakes with grey calipers (M235 xDrive Gran Coupe)
• M Shadowline Lights
• M Sport seats for driver and passenger (M235 xDrive Gran Coupe)
• Rear spoiler (228 xDrive Gran Coupe)
• Extended Shadowline Trim

M Performance Package (M235 xDrive Gran Coupe)

• M Technology Package
  • Solid piston rod front damper
  • Stiffer stabilizer brackets made from aluminum
  • Solid underbody / longitudinal struts
  • Exclusive chassis tuning
• M Compound Brakes with grey calipers
• M Shadowline Lights
• 19-inch M Forged Multi-Spoke Orbit Grey wheels 1085M with High Performance Tires
• M Sport seats for driver and front passenger
• Extended Shadowline Trim
• Increased top speed limiter

Premium Package

• Remote Engine Start
• Black Roof (on select exterior colors)
• Panoramic moonroof

Technology Package

• Parking Assistant Plus
• Head-Up Display
• Live Cockpit Professional with Augmented Reality Video
• Surround View with 3D View

Specifications.

BMW Group in America

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.  Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.  The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country.  BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group global center of competence for BMW X models and assembles the X3, X4, X5, X6 and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles as well as the BMW XM. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 349 BMW passenger car and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers,146 BMW motorcycle retailers, 104 MINI passenger car dealers, and 38 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers.  BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.

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• BMW Curved Display updated with iDrive 8.5 with QuickSelect.
• New interior and exterior details freshen the appearance inside and out.
• New colors broaden the available paint selection.
• Worldwide launch to commence in August 2024.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – June 12, 2024… The BMW 2 Series Coupe is unique in the compact segment, combining unreserved sportiness, extraordinary driving dynamics, and premium features in a classic 2-door coupe body style. For 2025, new paint finishes, alloy wheels, steering wheels, and interior trim and upholstery choices add modern touches to the exterior and interior of the vehicle. The new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and innovative digital services based on the BMW Operating System 8.5 also contribute to the progressive character of the new BMW 2 Series Coupe.

The new BMW 2 Series Coupe will be launched on the market in August 2024. It will be manufactured at the BMW Group plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, alongside the new BMW M2 and BMW 3 Series.

Base MSRPs (+ $1,175 destination and handling).

2025 BMW 230i                                             $39,200

2025 BMW 230i xDrive                                  $41,200

2025 BMW M240i                                          $50,100

2025 BMW M240i xDrive                               $52,100

New paint finishes and alloy wheel designs, available M Sport Professional Package.

The dimensions, body structure, drive concept, and chassis technology of the BMW 2 Series Coupe are formulated to convey the brand’s hallmark driving pleasure in a concentrated form. The distinctive front end with individual round headlamps, the horizontal BMW grille and the power dome on the long hood, the athletically modelled surfaces of the side view, the wide wheel arches, and the short rear deck lid give the BMW 2 Series Coupe an unmistakable appearance. With the design features of the M Sport Package – standard on M240i models, optional on 230i models – the new edition of the compact 2-door model expresses its dynamic character even more intensively. The M specific design includes extra-large air intakes at the front of the vehicle, powerful side skirts and a striking rear apron with vertical reflectors and a diffuser-like insert.

The new M Sport Professional Package, available as an option for all variants of the new BMW 2 Series Coupe, complements the dynamic exterior design with M Shadow Line lights, an M rear spoiler in black, and Extended Shadowline trim. The package also includes M Sport brakes (standard on M240i models) with red or blue brake calipers on 230i models, red calipers on M240i models.

The range of paint finishes for the new BMW 2 Series Coupe has been refreshed with two new metallic shades for 230i and M240i models, Vegas Red metallic and Skyscraper Grey metallic. Two BMW Individual paint finishes, Frozen Pure Grey metallic and Frozen Portimao Blue II metallic, are also available. Zandvoort Blue, previously exclusive to the M2, is now available for the BMW M240i.

New 19-inch alloy wheel designs are available as optional equipment for all models. M double-spoke wheels Style 995M are available in either a bi-color or Jet Black finsh, and BMW Individual Style 1038i Y-spoke wheels are available exclusively in a bi-color finish.

New touches of sportiness and digitalization on the interior.

More than ever before, the interior of the BMW 2 Series Coupe offers an ideal layout for an exhilerating driving experience for the driver and three passengers. The rear roof line, the high center console, and the harmoniously blended surfaces of the instrument panel and door panels create an atmosphere of both intimacy and space.

The interior modifications focus on digitalization. The BMW Curved Display comprises a 12.3-inch Information Display and a 14.9-inch Control Display that serve as a platform for the further developed BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on the BMW Operating System 8.5. This means that the climate control functions, seat heating, and, if fitted, steering wheel heating can be operated by touch on the Control Display or by voice command. This is accompanied by a further reduction in the number of buttons and controls in the cockpit and a corresponding redesign of the instrument panel. New control knobs on the air vents in the center of the dashboard and on the driver's and passenger's side allow the direction of the airflow to be adjusted by turning and tilting.

The standard ambient lighting in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe also includes new waterfall lighting integrated into the covers of the central air vents. The color and brightness of the waterfall lighting can be adjusted to suit individual preferences, with nine colors to choose from. The individual color and brightness settings are stored in each driver’s profile. They also affect the lighting in the footwell, the storage compartment in the front of the center console and the contours of the door panels. The range of interior lighting functions also includes an atmospheric welcome and goodbye animation, including a carpet of light in the entrance area and light signals to indicate incoming calls or an open door.

New steering wheels, seat surfaces, and interior trim.

2025 BMW 230i models come standard with a new two-spoke wheel with a polygonal rim. The new M leather steering wheel, standard on M240i models and optional on 230i models as part of the M Sport Package, now features a steering wheel rim with a flat bottom, redesigned spokes, a red center marker at the 12 o'clock position, and contrasting stitching in the BMW M tricolor.

Standard heated sports seats for the driver and front passenger further enhance the driving experience in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe. Customers can now choose from four colors of perforated SensaTec, including new Tacora Red, and four colors of Vernasca leather, now featuring Black with Red Highlight.

The range of optional interior trims for the new BMW 2 Series Coupe also includes some attractive additions. M Fine Brushed Aluminum trim is now standard in M240i models. Fineline Light Open-pore and Ash Grey Blue Open pore Fine Wood trims are newly optional on all 2025 2 Series Coupes, while Carbon Fiber trim is optionally available in M240i models.

BMW Operating System 8.5 and BMW iDrive with QuickSelect.

In the new 2025 BMW 2 Series Coupe, the BMW Operating System 8.5 provides the basis for intuitive and convenient operation via the enhanced BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and the use of innovative digital services. The system is now even more consistent and can be operated using the touch function on the Control Display and natural language via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The current version of BMW iDrive features a new home screen that permanently displays the map view of the navigation system or another individually selectable display on a large surface. On the driver's side, widgets are displayed at the same level in a vertical bar and can be selected directly using the QuickSelect shortcut without having to switch to a submenu. The new, flat menu structure makes it much easier to navigate between the various functions and helps the driver of the new BMW 2 Series Coupe to concentrate on the traffic situation.

The BMW Maps navigation system, which comes as standard in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe, is based on the BMW Operating System 8.5 and offers even easier destination entry, additional information while driving, and further optimizations for fast and precise route guidance. In conjunction with the optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional, the full-color BMW Head-Up Display is supplemented by the Augmented View function. It enhances the navigation system's map display with contextual, real-time information. A live video stream from the driver's point of view is shown on the Control Display or the Information Display and supplemented with currently relevant information such as directional arrows for precise route guidance.

The new BMW 2 Series Coupe also makes it easier to link the vehicle to the customer's BMW ID and the My BMW App. A personal eSIM can be activated in the vehicle as standard. It uses the 5G mobile phone standard and allows customers to use the communication and networking features of their mobile phone contract in the vehicle - even if they do not have their smartphone with them. Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is also standard.

Specifications.

BMW Group In America

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.  Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.  The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country.  BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group global center of competence for BMW X models and assembles the X3, X4, X5, X6 and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles as well as the BMW XM. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 349 BMW passenger car and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers,146 BMW motorcycle retailers, 104 MINI passenger car dealers, and 38 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers.  BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.

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Woodcliff Lake, NJ/Las Vegas, NV – January 5, 2017 … BMW scored two category wins in the inaugural JD Power Tech Experience Index Study (TXI) for the 2016 BMW 2 Series and BMW 4 Series. The TXI Study measures the driver’s experience, usage, and interaction with driver centric vehicle technology in the first 90 days of ownership. The awards were presented in Las Vegas at CES 2017 to Klaus Froehlich, Board Member for Research & Development at the BMW Group and Hildegard Wortmann, Senior Vice President for the BMW Brand.

The JD Power Tech Experience Index Study reflects customer experience with 35 technologies grouped in six categories:

• Navigation
• Entertainment & Connectivity
• Comfort & Convenience
• Collision Protection
• Driving Assistance
• Smartphone Mirroring

The BMW brand placed second overall and took two of three awards in the premium segment. The 2016 BMW 2 Series won in the Best Small Premium category while the BMW 4 Series won for Best Premium Compact. The BMW brand’s strong finish in the inaugural TXI Study is an acknowledgement by customers of the company’s commitment to being on the cutting edge of connectivity, infotainment and driver assistance systems.

BMW will show at CES 2017 that it continues to be on the forefront of this development. The BMW i Inside Future sculpture focuses on the opportunities and challenges presented by fully automated driving. BMW HoloActive Touch fuses the advantages of the BMW Head-Up Display, BMW gesture control and intuitive touchscreen functionality with revolutionary technology to create a completely new kind of user interface for the vehicle interior of the future.

BMW Group In America

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.  Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.  The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group’s global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all X5 and X3 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 and X4 Sports Activity Coupes.  The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 341 BMW passenger car and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 153 BMW motorcycle retailers, 126 MINI passenger car dealers, and 36 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers.  BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.

Information about BMW products is available to consumers via the Internet at:

www.bmwusa.com.

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Woodcliff Lake, NJ – December 8, 2016 … Today the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the 2017 BMW X1 and 2017 BMW 2 Series a “Top Safety Pick”, continuing the company’s long-standing commitment to offering class-leading safety with each new model. In order to earn “Top Safety Pick”, a car must receive good ratings in five different crash tests — small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints, among other considerations.

The BMW X1 has been awarded for a second time in a row by the IIHS and is praised for its body and structure design, boosting its performance in the small overlap front crash test. The BMW X1 builds on the success of the previous generation by incorporating a roomier interior, greater efficiency and technology on the forefront of innovation.

Since its introduction in 2014, the BMW 2 Series has been recognized by the IIHS every year for four consecutive appearances. The 2 Series has been praised for its body structure integrity receiving a top rating in all crashworthiness tests.

The BMW X1’s and BMW 2 Series available front crash prevention system earn an advanced rating from IIHS. In the track tests at 12 mph, impact speed was reduced by an average of 10 mph. In the 25 mph test, impact speed was reduced by 7 mph. The system includes a forward collision warning component that meets National Highways Traffic Safety Administration criteria.

The 2017 BMW X1 and 2017 BMW 2 Series provide a high-level of standard safety features including BMW Assist eCall, BMW TeleService, Dynamic Stability Control, Brake Dry Assist, Cornering Brake Control and Dynamic Traction Control. Optional features such as Lane Departure Warning, Frontal Collision Warning including Pedestrian Warning and City Collision Mitigation are also available.

BMW Group In America

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.  The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country.  BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group’s global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all X5 and X3 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 and X4 Sports Activity Coupes.  The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 341 BMW passenger car and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 153 BMW motorcycle retailers, 126 MINI passenger car dealers, and 36 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers.  BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.

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Additional Featured BMW Vehicles Include BMW i8 Plug-In Hybrid Sports Car, BMW i3 Electric Vehicle, and BMW M235i Coupe.

The BMW 6 Series and BMW M6 will make their world debuts at the 2015 North American International Auto Show on Monday, January 12, at the BMW Stand at 10:50 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. at COBO Center, One Washington Boulevard Detroit, MI 48226. English and Spanish speaking BMW representatives will be available for interviews throughout the day.  In addition, BMW also will feature the plug-in hybrid sports car BMW i8, the all-electric BMW i3, BMW M235i Coupe, and other BMW vehicles at the BMW Stand.

The world debut of the 2016 BMW 6 Series and BMW M6 will be represented in Detroit by all three body styles in the form of: the new BMW 6 Series Convertible, BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, and the BMW M6 Convertible. Through three generations, the BMW 6 Series has stood for vehicles meeting the highest standard of handling, comfort, technology, and elegance.  Using state-of-the-art suspension technology, the BMW 6 Series strikes the ideal balance between agility and comfort. The two-door body of the BMW 6 Series Coupe exudes an athletic and elegant aesthetic, while its interior ambience is designed to comfortably immerse four people in the ultimate driving experience. Similarly, the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe blends the performance and elegance of a coupe with the functionality of a four-door vehicle.  The BMW 6 Series Coupe, Convertible and Gran Coupe will continue in the US in the  650i and 640i models.  The BMW 650i Coupe, Convertible and Gran Coupe are equipped with a BMW TwinPower Turbo V8 that produces 445 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque, which is mated to an 8-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission, accelerating from 0 to 60 in 4.4 seconds.  The BMW 640i Coupe, Convertible and Gran Coupe use BMW’s TwinPower Turbo inline six, generating 315 horsepower, 330 lb-ft of torque, again mated to an 8-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission, accelerating from 0 to 60 in 5.2 seconds.  All 2016 BMW 6 Series models feature full-LED headlights as standard equipment. The 2016 BMW M6 is the latest example of the unique blend of luxury and ultra-high performance that is unique to the BMW M brand. The M6 will again be represented in the three 6 Series body styles – Coupe, Gran Coupe and Convertible. In Detroit, the BMW M6 line-up will be represented by the M6 Coupe. Sporting a front end with the now standard LED headlights and defined M-specific double-bar kidney grille, the BMW M6 also includes the unique M gills, side skirts, and the exclusive forged 19-inch M light-alloy wheels, with 20-inch M light alloy wheels optional.  Using a 4.4-liter  BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine which generates 560 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque, the M6 Coupe and Gran Coupe will accelerate  from 0 to 60 mph in about four seconds (4.3 seconds for the M6 Convertible). The BMW M6 transfers the engine’s power to the rear wheels via either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission with Drivelogic.  BMW 6 Series vehicles will arrive in US showrooms Q2 2015. BMW 6 Series Press Kit.

The BMW i8 is the world’s first plug-in hybrid 2+2 sports-car from BMW Group.  It sits at the pinnacle of BMW i’s lineup of visionary vehicles which are purpose built from the ground up as electric and hybrid electric, constructed primarily from lightweight carbon fiber. Currently in showrooms and priced at $135,700, the BMW i8 features an athletic design and a sleek, low slung exterior and operates with extremely high fuel efficiency. The BMW i8 has a US EPA rating of 76 MPGe combined. It is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds on the way to an electronically governed top speed of 155 mph. BMW i8 Press Kit.

The BMW i3 is the first fully electric vehicle from BMW Group under BMW i’s growing lineup of visionary vehicles constructed from the ground up primarily from lightweight carbon fiber. With 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque hybrid-synchronous electric motor, the BMW i3 is electrified by a 22-kWh lithium-ion battery, good for approximately 80 miles of emission-free driving. The BMW i3 offers interior space comparable to the legendary BMW 3 Series on a shorter overall body. Its 32.3-foot turning circle and a relatively long wheelbase make it agile and engaging to drive, yet ideally suited to driving in dense urban areas. With a combined rating of 124 MPGe, the BMW i3 is the most electric vehicle as rated by the US EPA. The BMW i3 is the only electric vehicle that offers the option of a range extender – a small gasoline engine that can act as a generator when the battery runs low. Currently in showrooms, the BMW i3 has a base MSRP of $41,350 and the range-extender model will have a starting MSRP of $45,200. BMW i3 Press Kit.

The BMW 2 Series Coupe is offered as both a 228i and M235i, which was the first BMW M Performance Automobile to be offered in the US. The BMW 2 Series Coupe has unmistakable BMW handling attributes and impressive ride comfort thanks to rear-wheel drive, longitudinally mounted engines, near-perfect 50-50 weight distribution, and sophisticated chassis technology. Double-pivot spring strut front suspension and five-link rear suspension feature tuning tailored to each 2 Series model, while variable sport steering, M Sport braking system and Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers are all standard on the M235i in the US and optional on the 228i. The BMW 2 Series was named to Car and Driver Magazine’s list of 10Best cars in its very first year. An M Performance mechanical limited slip differential is available for the BMW M235i Coupe through the BMW M Performance Accessories range. The BMW 2 Series Coupe has a base MSRP of $33,025 for the 228i and $44,025 for the M235i, including $925 Destination and Handling fee. BMW 2 Series Coupe Press Kit

BMW will also showcase advancements made to BMW ConnectedDrive at the BMW Stand, most notably with the over-the-air automatic map updating technology. BMW ConnectedDrive aims to minimize driver distractions by eliminating the use of a phone while driving and offering navigation and traffic assistance, providing an enjoyable and individualized driving experience.

DATE:            Monday, January 12, 2015

TIME:             Press Conference: 10:50 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.; Interviews: All Day

PLACE:         COBO Center

BMW Stand

1 Washington Blvd.

BMW executives and experts available for interviews include:

• Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America

Ludwig Willisch is available to discuss overall company business and strategy.

• Hildegard Wortmann, Head of Product Management Automobiles and Aftersales, BMW AG

Hildegard Wortmann is available to discuss current and forthcoming featured vehicles and global BMW sales.

• Franciscus van Meel, President, BMW M Division, BMW AG
  Frandiscus van Meel is available to discuss the global BMW M brand, overarching strategy of BMW M, as well as the entire BMW M product portfolio. Mr. van Meel will have limited availability for interviews at NAIAS.
  
  
• Karim Habib, Head of Design, Automobiles, BMW AG
  Karim Habib is available to discuss the design elements of the BMW 6 Series, BMW M6, and other featured BMW vehicles.
  
  
• Timo Resch, Vice President, Product Management Midsize and Large Series, BMW AG

Timo Resch is available to discuss the technical specifics and details of the BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series, and BMW 7 Series.

• Laurenz Schaffer, President, BMW Group DesignworksUSA

Laurenz Schaffer is available to discuss all topics related to BMW Group Designworks USA.

• Carsten Pries, Head of Product Management BMW M Division , BMW AG

Carsten Pries is available to discuss the BMW M product portfolio as well as the technical specifications of the new BMW M6.

• Dr. Michael Gruffke, Head of Development, BMW ConnectedDrive, BMW AG
  Dr. Michael Gruffke is available to discuss BMW’s ConnectedDrive services and product portfolio. ConnectedDrive provides intelligent interaction between the driver, vehicle and external environment through its range of infotainment options, navigation systems and concierge services.

• Paul Ferraiolo, Head of Product Planning & Strategy, BMW of North America

Paul Ferraiolo is available to discuss current and forthcoming product portfolios as well as the BMW i products in the U.S.

• Christian Metzger, Project Manager for BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series, and BMW 7 Series, BMW AG
  Christian Metzger is available to discuss the technical specifics and details of the BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series, and BMW 7 Series.

• Claire Cleuziou, Project Manager for BMW i, BMW AG
  Claire Cleuziou is available to discuss the global BMW i brand, including the BMW i3 and BMW i8 in international markets.
  
  
• Kate Alini, Product Manager, BMW 6 Series and BMW 7 Series, BMW of North America

Kate Alini is available to discuss the technical specifics and details of the BMW 6 Series and BMW 7 Series.

• Jose Guerrero, Product Manager and US Product Planning and Strategy for BMW i, BMW of North America

Jose Guerrero is available to discuss the BMW i products. Guerrero can also specifically provide insight and perspective on the U.S. market in relation to these vehicles.  

• Oliver Ganser, Product Strategy and Market Intelligence Manager, BMW of North America

Oliver Ganser is available to discuss the overarching product strategy and technical specifics of the BMW 2 Series Convertible.

• Jake Mooney, Product Manager, BMW M Performance Parts, BMW of North America

Jake Mooney is available to discuss the growing line of BMW M performance parts including the BMW M Performance Exhaust System, BMW M Wheelsets, BMW M Performance aerodynamic components, and others.

• Jason Chan, Product Manager, BMW X3, BMW X4, BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW 5 Series, BMW M5, BMW X5 M, and BMW X6 M, BMW of North America

Jason Chan is available to discuss the technical specifics and details of the BMW X3, BMW X4, BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW 5 Series, BMW M5, BMW X5 M, and BMW X6 M.