BMW 2 Series

Coupe, Convertible, Gran Coupe and Active Tourer (compact MPV) · 2014 to present

The BMW 2 Series is a compact executive model sold new in the UK since 2014, originally replacing the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible. The F22/F23 generation ran until 2021 with petrol and diesel engines, after which the Gran Coupe (F44) arrived as a four-door saloon-style alternative and the Coupe continued as a separate rear-wheel-drive model. A compact MPV version, the Active Tourer, launched in 2014 on front-wheel-drive underpinnings and was fully redesigned for 2022 with plug-in hybrid options added. Across its life the range has covered diesel and petrol engines from economical four-cylinder units to sportier M240i performance variants. It competes with the Audi A3/S3 saloon, Mercedes CLA and Mercedes B-Class in the UK market, appealing to drivers wanting badge appeal with varying practicality depending on body style chosen.

Body type

Coupe, Convertible, Gran Coupe and Active Tourer (compact MPV)

Years (UK)

2014 to present

Typical engine

2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol or diesel, with some three-cylinder petrol units in the Active Tourer and Gran Coupe

Fuels available

3 options

Fuel and powertrain options

The BMW 2 Series is sold in the UK with the following powertrain options across its current and recent model years:

Petrol Diesel Plug-in hybrid

Things to check at MOT

Below are common inspection items that owners and technicians often pay attention to on the BMW 2 Series. These align with standard DVSA MOT criteria. Every individual vehicle is different, and the MOT history of a specific car can be checked on gov.uk using its registration plate.

Check for uneven wear on run-flat tyres, common on sportier Coupe and M Sport models
Inspect xenon or LED headlight alignment and condition, as corrosion can affect beam pattern
Look for corrosion on front brake discs, particularly on cars that see low annual mileage
Check exhaust mounting rubbers and heat shields for rattles or perishing
Examine front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links for wear, especially on higher-mileage examples

Frequently asked questions

What body styles does the BMW 2 Series come in?

In the UK it has been sold as a two-door Coupe, a Convertible, a four-door Gran Coupe, and as the practical Active Tourer compact MPV, with specifications and engines varying between these body types.

Is the BMW 2 Series reliable?

We cannot provide reliability scores or statistics here. The best way to assess a specific car is to check its full MOT history and advisory notes on the official DVSA or gov.uk MOT history checker.

What should I look out for on a used BMW 2 Series MOT check?

Common attention points include tyre wear from run-flat fitments, headlight alignment, brake disc corrosion, exhaust mounting condition and front suspension wear, though every car should be checked individually via its MOT history.

Does the BMW 2 Series come with a diesel engine option?

Yes, diesel engines have been offered throughout most of the model's life in the UK alongside petrol and, in the Active Tourer, plug-in hybrid power.

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