Wider and Lower Proportions for Enhanced Sportiness

The "2 Series Coupe," now launched in Japan, is the successor to the "1 Series Coupe," which has sold over 150,000 units worldwide. It has been established as a new series, in line with BMW's new strategy of assigning even numbers to coupe models.

The new 2 Series is the only rear-wheel-drive model in the compact segment, ensuring BMW's signature 50:50 front-to-rear weight distribution. While positioned as BMW's entry-level sports model, it possesses a character befitting the "joy of driving" catchphrase, inherited from the 1600-2, the ancestor of the "2 Series," which debuted in 1966.



The wide and massive exterior design, instantly recognizable as a BMW, is characterized by dynamic character lines along the shoulder. It features a classic FR form with the driver positioned near the midpoint of the wheelbase, resulting in a highly textured appearance that can be described as sculptural. The previously vertically oriented headlights have been replaced with sharp, keen, slit-like designs, within which are embedded round four-light headlamps.

The body dimensions are announced as 4,440mm in length, 1,775mm in width, and 1,420mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,690mm. Compared to the previous "120i Coupe," this represents an increase of 70mm in length, 25mm in width, and 30mm in wheelbase, while the height has been reduced by 35mm. The low and wide impression is a result of these dimensions, making it feel even sportier than the 1 Series Coupe.



The interior adopts BMW's familiar cockpit design, with the center console angled towards the driver. Front headroom has been increased by 6mm, rear legroom by 21mm, and the space for ingress and egress to the rear seats has been widened by 11mm. Additionally, an optional 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat is available, along with a 20-liter increase in luggage capacity and a 38mm wider trunk opening. Despite being a 2-door model prioritizing design, improvements in comfort and ease of access suggest enhanced practicality.

A 6-speed Manual Transmission Also Available

The lineup includes the "220i Coupe Sport" and "220i Coupe M Sport," equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo engine producing a maximum output of 135kW (184PS) and a peak torque of 270Nm (27.5kgm), paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, there is the "M235i Coupe," featuring a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder BMW M Performance TwinPower Turbo engine tuned by BMW M, delivering a maximum output of 240kW (326PS) and a peak torque of 450Nm (45.9kgm), also paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The availability of a 6-speed manual transmission for the "M235i Coupe" is a characteristic BMW touch. A total of three models are available.



At the launch event, BMW Japan President Alan Harris stated, "In 2014, we will introduce more than 10 new models to Japan, including the"M3 Sedan" and "M4 Coupe", as well as the"4 Series Gran Coupe"which has already been unveiled in Europe, andMINI. The first of these is this "2 Series Coupe.""2 Series Active Tourer"will also be introduced to Japan by the end of the year, shortly after its European launch."



Along with the popular MINI, the BMW brand has achieved double-digit growth for three consecutive years, and motorcycle sales have also increased by 17 percent. Notably, in BMW's focus on clean diesel models, nearly half of the "3 Series" and "5 Series" are clean diesel models. For the "X5", 90 percent are equipped with clean diesel engines. BMW is now chosen by users not only as a premium brand with excellent driving performance but also for its adoption of advanced technology.

The "i Series" garnered attention as the pace car for the recent Tokyo Marathon, and with the introduction of thenew 4 Series Convertibleand the 2 Series, BMW's 2014 has truly begun. We look forward to the continued arrival of new models.

BMW M235i Coupe
Body Dimensions | Length 4,470 x Width 1,775 x Height 1,410 mm
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm
Engine | 2,979 cc Inline 6-cylinder TwinPower Turbo
Max Output | 240 kW (326 ps) / 5,800 rpm
Max Torque | 450 Nm (45.9kgm) / 1,300-4,500 rpm
Transmission | 6-speed MT, 8-speed AT (Electronically controlled hydraulic 8-speed sport AT)
Drivetrain | FR
Suspension (Front/Rear) | Strut / 5-link
Tires (Front/Rear) | 225/40R18 / 245/35R18
Brakes (Front/Rear) | Ventilated discs / Ventilated discs
Vehicle Weight | 1,530 kg (6-speed MT), 1,550 kg (8-speed AT)
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 12.0 km/ℓ (6-speed MT), 12.5 km/ℓ (8-speed AT)
CO2 Emissions | 189 g/km
Steering | Right
0-100km/h Acceleration (European spec) | 5.0 seconds (6-speed MT), 4.8 seconds (8-speed AT)
Price (incl. 5% consumption tax) | 5.84 million yen (6-speed MT), 5.98 million yen (8-speed AT)

BMW 220i Coupe
Body Dimensions |
(Sport) Length 4,440 x Width 1,775 x Height 1,420 mm
(M Sport) Length 4,470 x Width 1,775 x Height 1,410 mm
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm
Engine | 1,997 cc Inline 4-cylinder Turbo Engine
Max Output | 135 kW (184 ps) / 5,000 rpm
Max Torque | 270 Nm (27.5kgm) / 1,250-4,500 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed AT (Electronically controlled hydraulic 8-speed sport AT)
Drivetrain | FR
Suspension (Front/Rear) | Strut / 5-link
Tires (Front/Rear) |
(Sport) 225/45R17 / 225/45R17
(M Sport) 225/45R17 / 245/40R17
Brakes (Front/Rear) | Ventilated discs / Ventilated discs
Vehicle Weight | 1,450 kg
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 16.7 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 148 g/km
Steering | Right
0-100km/h Acceleration (European spec) | 7.0 seconds
Price (incl. 5% consumption tax) | 4.40 million yen (Sport), 4.68 million yen (M Sport)

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